An appellate panel declared a U.S. Bank mortgage unenforceable under New York's FAPA and ordered the lien removed from Putnam County records after repeated filings dating to 2008.

Hamptons favorite Hampton Chutney Co. has opened a NoHo storefront on Astor Place. Expect giant dosas and jars of house-made chutneys to-go.

The Coast Guard's proposed rule would bar paddlecraft from key New York Harbor spectator areas during Sail4th 250, prompting pushback from local paddlers.

A federal suit filed in Manhattan says New York left parents on its child‑abuse registry for months or years, blocking jobs and hitting Black and brown families hardest. Plaintiffs want faster hearings and systemic fixes.

The MTA plans a June pilot to play 30-second audio ads in select stations at up to 75 dB, prompting riders and critics to call the move Orwellian.

Harvey Weinstein has added a high‑profile defense team with ties to Luigi Mangione and Sean “Diddy” Combs as a third New York trial approaches. The timing could complicate scheduling.

Gov. Kathy Hochul named John Kagia acting head of the Office of Cannabis Management as the agency seeks steadier leadership amid a rocky rollout.

Letitia James sued Valve, alleging loot boxes in popular games operate like illegal gambling and create real‑world value children can be lured into. The state seeks injunctions, restitution and fines.

A state audit found mold, broken fire doors and questionable spending at three Mitchell‑Lama complexes. Tenants say repairs remain slow and hazardous conditions persist.

DHS agents detained a Columbia student after allegedly misrepresenting their purpose; Mayor Mamdani says President Trump told him the student’s release is imminent.

A manhole exploded near Warren and Church in Tribeca Thursday, injuring two children and an adult while utility and emergency crews worked the scene.

Congress approved a funding fix for the World Trade Center Health Program, aiming to end years of uncertainty and keep care available to 9/11 responders and survivors. Lawmakers and unions called it a long‑sought victory.

An unidentified person was found dead under a mound of snow near the Central Park Carousel Thursday morning. The NYPD is investigating and seeking tips.