A New York holiday market was hit by a devastating fire, impacting 18 vendors. A GoFundMe campaign aids recovery while the community reflects on lost camaraderie.

NYC's St. John the Divine and St. Patrick's cathedrals held Christmas Eve services, signaling optimism and continuing long-standing traditions amidst packed pews.

The article outlines the operational schedules of NYC's services, stores, and public transit on Christmas Day, noting closures of major retailers, flexible hours for some pharmacies, and a Sunday schedule for public transit.

NYC's tourism is near a record high with 65 million visitors in 2024, boosting the economy and creating jobs, according to Mayor Eric Adams and tourism head Julie Coker.

Hundreds of Santa letters are sent to a NYC apartment, spurring the nonprofit "Miracle on 22nd Street" which connects needy families with benefactors. The mysterious tradition inspired a Tina Fey project.

The Riverside Church's Weekday School in Harlem is closing due to factors like free pre-K and low enrollment, prompting community opposition and concerns over local childcare shortages.

NYC's relative cost of living has dropped to its lowest since 2008, being only 12.5% above the national average, while inflation rates slightly decline.

A married attorney couple, Karen Friedman Agnifilo and Marc Agnifilo, are representing high-profile defendants Luigi Mangione and Sean "Diddy" Combs, respectively, in separate criminal cases.

Attorney General James warns against price gouging during Whitehall's water crisis, reinforcing consumer protection laws and urging the reporting of violations.

Attorney General Letitia James secured over $123,000 for 150 Plattsburgh tenants after resolving a security deposit dispute with landlord Thomas Latinville, who also faces $100,000 in penalties.

The NYC trans community prepares for challenges under Trump's re-election, fearing attacks on rights and safety, with increased calls to support hotlines.

The Times Square New Year's Eve Wishing Wall in NYC is back, allowing people to post wishes that will become part of the confetti during the ball drop.

The article discusses the presence of 672,000 undocumented immigrants in New York State and the tensions around some being considered 'criminal', reflecting the complex immigration issues in NYC.