Wei Hou, accused of murdering his mother Zhu Hou in NYC, was previously enrolled in a drug treatment program instead of serving a full prison sentence. His early release and mental health issues lead to scrutiny of the correctional system.

Sgt. Jordan Mazur's guide encourages politeness in FOIL requests, but the NYPD still struggles with timely responses, especially for BWC footage, with an NYC Comptroller audit revealing major delays and high rates of overturned denials.

The weather forecast for New York predicts a calm week with light snow chances and no major storms, with temperatures around the mid-30s and conditions clearing throughout the day.

Nicolás Maduro's capture has provoked differing reactions from New York lawmakers, with some criticizing the lack of congressional approval and others praising it as a win for justice.

Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams vetoed 19 bills on his last day, sparking a conflict with the New York City Council over issues like street vendor licenses and ICE operations.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointed civil rights attorney Ali Najmi as chair of the Mayor's Advisory Committee on the Judiciary to increase transparency and diversity in NYC's judicial selection process.

Mayor Mamdani creates the Office of Mass Engagement, led by Tascha Van Auken, to improve New Yorkers' participation in city governance and policymaking.

Increasing clouds and temperatures in the low 30s are expected across New York, with light snow likely tonight, minimal accumulation, and a gradual warm-up throughout the week.

Professional Bull Riding (PBR) events and the New York Mavericks are set to compete at Madison Square Garden, while the NY Botanical Garden showcases a Holiday Train Show featuring plant-made NYC landmarks, providing unique New York City experiences.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announces special elections to fill legislative seats, including the 36th State Assembly district, as leaders like Zohran Mamdani transition to roles such as NYC Mayor.

The MetroCard, a staple of NYC’s transit for over 30 years, has been phased out, with the last sale on New Year's Day, as the city transitions to the OMNY tap-to-pay system.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani begins his term with two executive orders, revoking post-September 2024 orders for a fresh start and appointing five Deputy Mayors.

Mayor Mamdani of NYC signed three executive orders to enhance tenant protections and address the housing crisis, appointing Cea Weaver as Director of the Mayor’s Office to Protect Tenants.