NYC Council may pass a bill to double public restrooms in the city, improving access to these facilities with at least half publicly owned and an online map for easy location.

A judge has refused to halt the development of affordable housing for seniors on New York City's Elizabeth Street Garden site, despite protests from supporters and a pending appeal.

A Hudson River Park bench dedicated to a tragic love story between Jack Ciapciak and his late fiancé Jack Lorentzen has gone viral, becoming a pilgrimage site for many.

New York State illuminated landmarks for Trans Day of Visibility and the NYPD held an event underscoring transgender rights, countering recent federal limitations on gender recognition.

Marco Rubio supports continuing to revoke visas and green cards of those the U.S. deems threats, following Mahmoud Khalil's arrest for Palestinian activism.

NYC's metro population nears pre-pandemic levels, driven by immigration, despite more people moving out than in, particularly in urban areas like Brooklyn and Queens.

Federal Judge Jesse Furman grants Mahmoud Khalil's attorneys privileged calls with their client; Khalil's detainment and potential deportation for alleged Hamas support continue to incite debate.

Romer Hell's Kitchen hotel in NYC displays missed connections in its front window, offering a nostalgic way for New Yorkers to find love, a respite from digital dating apps.

Two NYC-area individuals won $50,000 each in the Powerball lottery, with tickets sold in Manhattan and Selden. The jackpot continues to grow, now at $279 million.

Hazel Dukes, civil rights leader and president of NAACP New York, has died at 92. Tributes highlight her significant influence and relentless advocacy for justice.

Governor Kathy Hochul activates the New York National Guard and offers additional overtime to staff amidst a correction officer work stoppage to ensure safety and order in state prisons.

The National Park Service has altered the language on the Stonewall National Monument website from "LGBTQ" to "LGB," prompting protests and criticism for excluding transgender and queer identities.

New York City will introduce the "465" area code in 2026 to accommodate increased phone number demand in several boroughs. Existing numbers won't change.