NYC Mayor Eric Adams confirmed an $80 million investment in early childhood resources, enhancing pre-K special education and a pilot childcare program for low-income families.

NYC officials expose harsh conditions at Federal Plaza immigration court, where migrants sometimes get detained post-hearing, prompting calls for transparency and adherence to the rule of law.

Manhattan Comptroller Brad Lander and others introduced the MELT Act to prevent ICE agents from wearing masks that conceal their identity, complementing the federal "visible act" aimed at transparency.

New York State invests $1.2 billion in NYCHA infrastructure upgrades, improving living conditions for 39,000 residents with new elevators, heating systems, and facades.

Ex-Governor Paterson encourages Democrats to unite against NYC mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, as Trump calls Mamdani a "Communist Lunatic" and questions his citizenship.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for the release of Zohran Mamdani's Columbia application amid racial identity controversy; both face criticisms in mayoral race.

Gov. Kathy Hochul's press secretary Avi Small resigned amid sexual harassment allegations and a reported prior investigation into his workplace conduct.

A New York judge reinstated restrictions on solitary confinement, challenging the state's correction department's extended suspension of the HALT Act, which limits solitary confinement.

New York's street homeless population has risen slightly, with concerns increasing amid potential federal funding cuts and a statewide homelessness crisis.

NYC voters in November could decide on ballot proposals that might increase boro presidents' power, enabling them to challenge City Council decisions on land-use, according to the Charter Revision Commission.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced the closure of the Asylum Seeker Arrival Center at The Roosevelt Hotel as the city adapts to fewer arrivals and integrates services with existing infrastructure.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams signed Intro. 1050 to cap insurance coverage for TLC drivers, aiming to reduce their financial burden while maintaining passenger protection.

Harvey Epstein and Virginia Maloney won the Democratic nominations for NYC Council seats in Districts 2 and 4, respectively, under the ranked-choice voting system.