New York Gov. Hochul has closed live bird markets due to seven avian flu cases, enforcing a sell-down, sanitization, and additional closure. No human cases have been reported, and the threat is considered low.

Irving "Irv Gotti" Lorenzo, influential figure in hip-hop and R&B, has died at 54; remembered for his contributions to Def Jam and Murder, Inc., and fostering talents like DMX and Ashanti.

New York City child care centers face payment delays and closures; some payments initiated, but disagreement over enrollment figures and the city's fiscal responsibility continues.

A 78-year-old man fell down an elevator shaft in the Bronx and is recovering; officials performed a rescue and the landlord received violations for poor maintenance.

An 18-year-old man was shot and killed in the Bronx, with the suspect and motive still unknown. New York City's overall crime has decreased, though rapes and felony assaults have risen.

New York DMV recovers over $11 million for victims of auto theft and fraud, safeguarding consumer rights and advocating for fairness in vehicle ownership and services.

NYC is enhancing its AI sector, with Mayor Adams and NYCEDC devising a strategy for growth, including an "NYC AI Nexus" and a partnership with OpenAI.

Joe Borelli is resigning as NYC Council minority leader, prompting an inner struggle between Councilmembers Joann Ariola and David Carr for the position.

Deborah Finck, a mother from Staten Island with 3 sets of twins and social media fame, died at age 57 from cancer.

Jacob Israel Walden is charged with sexually exploiting children and possessing child pornography, using social media for enticement, and is detained pending trial.

Kyle Weiland was sentenced to 75 months for distributing methamphetamine and selling illegal pills on the dark web.

Governor Hochul announced a $180 million investment for a cancer care center in Jamaica, Queens, in collaboration with MSKCC, to improve local healthcare access.

A Queens man, Jonathan Diaz, was arrested for making "ghost guns" at home, using a 3D printer; he claims it's just a hobby and faces up to 15 years if convicted.