At least 500 Knicks fans turned Bennett Park into an impromptu party Saturday as celebrations rippled across New York City after Game 5 of the NBA Finals.

Registration opened June 12 for expanded free Learn to Swim classes across NYC. The program covers ages 1–17, runs July 6–Aug. 28 and offers thousands of lottery seats.

West 8th Street in Greenwich Village was officially co‑named Jimi Hendrix Way on June 10; organizers used the unveiling to launch a TeachRock lesson and honor Electric Lady Studios.

Freedom Village opened in Alphabet City with 74 deeply affordable, fully accessible apartments for survivors and older adults. The $54M project includes on-site services and a rooftop garden.

Gene Shalit, the 'Today' show's longtime critic known for his mustache and pun-filled reviews, died June 12 at 100. His family said he "passed away peacefully."

Longtime WABC anchor Bill Ritter is reportedly set to retire and disclose an Alzheimer's diagnosis on air, ending a decades-long run at Eyewitness News.

A limited 1,500-piece drop of Mayor Mamdani’s $50 World Cup jerseys drew block-long lines at the CityStore and immediate resale listings for hundreds of dollars.

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a tentative agreement with the Public Employees Federation; the union has posted a 2026–31 tentative agreement and will mail materials to members for a ratification vote.

A Manhattan condo board has sued a longtime resident and former SNL band member, asking a judge to force the sale of his unit after an alleged rampage that left neighbors afraid. The filing seeks a permanent injunction and damages.

A sinkhole on the FDR near East 120th snarled southbound traffic Saturday; officials urged drivers to expect detours and extra travel time.

The NYPD released a photo after an early-morning attempted rape in Central Park and is asking witnesses to call Crime Stoppers. Detectives are reviewing video and leads.

A West Village retail block at 403 Sixth Avenue sold for $41 million, putting a cluster of storefronts — from Chipotle to local shops — under new ownership.

Columbia will again require SAT or ACT scores, ending its run as the last test-optional Ivy.