New Yorkers struggle with soaring summer heat, rising Con Edison rates, and increased disconnections, affecting the financially vulnerable amid the climate crisis.

A Brooklyn woman was sentenced for fraudulently obtaining over $69,000 in COVID-19 small business grants by submitting false records. She pleaded guilty and must perform community service and repay the funds.

New York City's weather forecast predicts stable conditions with sunshine, occasional clouds, and slight chances of showers towards the weekend. Temperatures will be near 78 degrees with cooler evenings.

Backpack giveaways with school supplies are underway in NYC to help kids prepare for the academic year with local community events supporting the initiative.

A Brooklyn woman was shot by her neighbor following a dispute in Prospect Heights. Identified as David Nurse, the alleged shooter is sought by police after the victim was hospitalized in stable condition.

Zohran Mamdani pledges to revive shelved street redesigns for safety in NYC mayoral race, amidst allegations of bribery against a former adviser of Mayor Adams. Mamdani criticizes Adams' focus on business growth over safety.

New Jersey brothers indicted for scam targeting elderly women, involving fake officials and misinformation about compromised bank accounts, with nearly $400,000 stolen.

Sinaloa Cartel co-founder "El Mayo" Zambada pleads guilty to multiple charges including leading a criminal enterprise, with a life sentence and $15 billion forfeiture agreed upon.

The National Weather Service predicts a mix of sunshine and potential showers for New York, with highs in the low 80s and a chance of rain increasing toward the weekend. No significant hazardous weather is expected.

Police seek a man who touched a woman at a Prospect Heights subway; he fled the scene. The incident adds to rising transit crime in the area. NYPD requests tips via their hotline or online.

An explosion in a Brooklyn basement caused property damage but no injuries; officials suspect it was gas-related.

Several injured in an early morning MTA bus and car collision in Flatlands, Brooklyn; two initially reported in stable condition at Kings County Hospital.

New York City's forecast shows mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures with highs in the mid-80s and lows in the mid-60s. A high rip current risk alert is active for parts of southeast New York. No severe weather expected from Tuesday to Sunday.