Former NY Governor Andrew Cuomo, now running for NYC mayor, is under a DOJ investigation regarding his pandemic-related congressional testimony. His campaign continues despite this scrutiny.

Mayor Adams and Israeli Minister Barkat sign an intent declaration to launch the NYC-Israel Economic Council, strengthening economic ties and innovation.

NYC Councilmembers propose banning pedicabs near Broadway theaters due to noise and congestion issues, with mixed responses from industry stakeholders.

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka appeared in federal court for a hearing after being accused of trespassing at an ICE facility; a scene reflecting local-federal immigration policy tensions.

A court-ordered set of reforms for Rikers Island jail has been announced, with U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton supporting the appointment of a remediation manager to address the facility's numerous systemic issues and improve conditions.

NY Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition suing the U.S. DOT over directives tying federal transportation funding to immigration policy compliance, alleging it's unconstitutional.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams establishes the Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism to address rising hate crimes against Jews, led by Jewish Liaison Moshe Davis.

Andrew Cuomo received $1.5 million in public funds for his mayoral campaign, but $622,000 was withheld due to alleged improper coordination with a super PAC. The CFB is investigating the campaign's potential violation of finance rules.

Columbia University suspended over 65 students following a pro-Palestinian library protest, with the interim president calling in NYPD due to the "substantial chaos" caused.

Unsealed documents in Mayor Eric Adams' dismissed federal corruption case reveal investigation details, including allegations of illegal donations and a scheme involving a Turkish consulate.

Lander and Cuomo are at odds in NYC's mayoral race over approaches to antisemitism and Israel, with Lander accusing Cuomo of politicizing Jewish concerns.

The New York Legislature passed a $254 billion budget focused on inflation, education reform, a new misdemeanor charge, and a controversial cellphone ban in schools.

A judge halted Trump administration's attempt to impose new conditions on federal housing and transit grants, impacting major cities like NYC, due to potential constitutional violations.