Mayor Eric Adams has initiated a review for a new 38-story mixed-use tower in East Harlem, New York, which would add nearly 700 homes, including affordable units, as part of the city's housing strategy.

Mayor Adams and Israeli Minister Barkat sign an intent declaration to launch the NYC-Israel Economic Council, strengthening economic ties and innovation.

Claudia Banton was sentenced to 23 years to life for murdering Delia Johnson during a ceremony in Crown Heights, after a Brooklyn DA's Office-prosecuted case.

Two cadets died as the Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtémoc hit the Brooklyn Bridge, injuring 22 crew members, 11 critically. The NTSB is investigating, with a mechanical issue being the likely cause.

A former NYPD officer was sentenced to 23 years for sexually exploiting minors online. He pled guilty and used social media to deceive and manipulate children into sending explicit material.

Marcus Ricketts was sentenced to 25 years for a murder during a drug-related robbery in Brighton Beach, continuing a pattern of violent crimes after deportation and re-entry to the U.S.

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka appeared in federal court for a hearing after being accused of trespassing at an ICE facility; a scene reflecting local-federal immigration policy tensions.

Manhattan DA has indicted Felix Rojas for attempting to sexually assault an unconscious man on the R train. The 44-year-old suspect reportedly acted when alone with the victim, who later died.

Cassie Ventura testified against Sean "Diddy" Combs, detailing alleged abuse, during his sex trafficking trial in Manhattan where he faces life if convicted.

OHNY organizes a scavenger hunt focused on NYC's waterways on May 17, encouraging teams to explore city sites without cars and use ferries, with a prize of early access to their annual event locations.

A former student stabbed another man in a Chelsea martial arts school before being subdued and arrested. The victim is in stable condition; the assailant faces charges including attempted murder.

Documents related to Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case have been revealed, showing federal suspicions of obstruction and evidence disputes over his phone's passcode and location.

New York City's weather forecast entails a sunny start to the week with increasing chances of showers and mild temperatures continuing into the weekend.