NYC Comptroller Mark Levine reports a $2.2 billion current fiscal year shortfall, with a projected $10.4 billion by FY2027, citing spending decisions rather than economic downturn as the cause.

Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani offer different strategies to address NYC subway homelessness, with Hochul expanding involuntary commitment and Mamdani suggesting transit ambassadors and a kinder approach.

A 9-hour bankruptcy hearing focused on the potential sale of over 5,000 rent-stabilized apartments in NYC, with the city and tenants seeking repair guarantees from the buyer, Summit Properties.

Governor Hochul announces over $38 million in state funding to enhance emergency communications across 17 counties and NYC, aiming to improve the infrastructure and interoperability for first responders.

NY Attorney General Letitia James filed an amicus brief supporting a NY Times lawsuit against the DOD's press access restrictions to uphold First Amendment rights.

Building superintendent Rosalind Hernandez was convicted of grand larceny for stealing over $350,000 from a 100-year-old man for whom she was Power of Attorney.

Jimmy Connors pled guilty to manslaughter and leaving the scene of a crime for a fatal car crash in Manhattan. His sentencing is set for February 2026.

New York officials propose the "CRYPTO" Act to criminalize unlicensed crypto operations, aiming to mitigate money laundering and other related crimes.

Gunfire erupted near a Manhattan high school, leading to a swift police lockdown. No injuries were reported despite found shell casings. The shooter fled the scene.

A federal judge ruled to resume construction of New York's Empire Wind project, previously halted by a Trump administration order over national security concerns.

A federal appeals court reversed a lower court's release of pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil; the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court ruled the lower court lacked jurisdiction at this stage.

The Poke Court, a Manhattan Pokemon card store, was robbed by three armed individuals during a community event, stealing over $100K in merchandise. No physical injuries occurred. Store owner contemplates increased security after the incident.

Saks Fifth Avenue and its parent company, Saks Global, have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amidst financial struggles and owing billions to suppliers, with no immediate fire sales expected at their stores.