The NYBG exhibit "Van Gogh's Flowers" combines Vincent van Gogh's artwork with live flora, offering interactive, multi-sensory experiences and events like Starry Nights.

A severe flu outbreak in the US has led to high pediatric deaths in New York and nationwide, with health officials stressing the importance of vaccination amidst rampant misinformation.

Staten Island students are participating in an eel count, which helps monitor water quality and reflects NYC's progress in improving aquatic habitats.

The Queensboro Bridge now has a new pedestrian walkway, allowing for a separate space from cyclists, in New York City's effort to promote safety and non-vehicle transit.

A Bronx man was sentenced to five years in prison for assaulting an MTA employee during a confrontation at a subway station. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety for public transit workers.

NY AG's Office investigates the fatal shooting of Donnell Hogan by Syracuse Police, examining the incident where Hogan, who used a wheelchair, reportedly fired at officers before being shot.

Circle M Diner in Wantagh celebrates its 50th anniversary with a $5 menu, thanking the community for its long-standing support and reflecting on its history since opening in 1975.

NYC aims to improve homeless shelters by enabling nonprofits to develop and own them, exemplified by a new 95-bed facility in the Bronx. Critics worry that new shelter policies demanding accountability may increase street homelessness.

Holocaust survivor Jacqueline Kimmelstiel, 97, attended college for a day through the "Golden Wishes" program, fulfilling a dream interrupted by WWII.

Governor Kathy Hochul grants $10 million to revamp New York school food systems, focusing on local produce and enhancing food infrastructure for K-12 students.

Nelson Torres was indicted for first-degree murder after fatally stabbing Anderson Archila Martinez during a dispute over a bumped book bag in Corona.

Kevin Boodram founded Serenity Robotic Lawncare, offering quieter electric robotic mowers in Long Island, with around 70 customers favoring the noiseless lawn maintenance.

A Bronx man detained by ICE was ordered released by a judge citing due process violations; the move signals judicial pushback against the current immigration enforcement policies.