NYC Health + Hospitals expanded mental health services to 41 domestic violence shelters, improving therapy wait times from months to days and aiming to better serve the increasing number of shelter residents.

Brooklyn Borough President Reynoso opposes the current Brooklyn waterfront redevelopment plan, criticizing the prioritization of housing over port improvements, while property owner O'Connell calls for postponed voting pending impact studies.

NYC Mayor Adams and Schools Chancellor Aviles-Ramos will implement a new policy banning student use of personal, internet-enabled devices in public schools starting from the 2025-2026 term.

An Oregon man was sentenced to five years for bomb threats against Jewish hospitals and swatting in New York. His actions were motivated by antisemitism.

New York faces excessive heat with temperatures nearing 100°F along with potential thunderstorms, and a heat advisory in place urging caution against heat-related illnesses.

Two women were arrested for assaulting an MTA worker in Brooklyn after fare evasion. They face charges including assault and theft of services. The victim received medical care for her injuries.

New York City anticipates a heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching a 105-degree heat index, posing hazardous weather conditions later this week.

A 10-year-old boy remains in critical condition following a collision with a van in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The incident occurred on Monday evening, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Former NYPD commissioner Tom Donlon is suing Mayor Adams and Tarik Sheppard for $10 million, alleging defamation over claims of mental unfitness. He previously accused the NYPD of corruption.

The financing method for Zohran Mamdani's plan for city-owned grocery stores in NYC is disputed, as the $140m he proposed reallocating is not readily available but attracted over 12 years to City FRESH.

Ecuadorian criminal leader Villamar from Los Choneros was extradited and will face charges in Brooklyn Federal Court for drug trafficking and violence.

A man in Brooklyn was indicted for allegedly setting fire to 10 NYPD vehicles, with damages estimated at $800,000. He faces 5 to 20 years if convicted.

New Yorkers are preparing for extreme heat as the National Weather Service forecasts hot, humid weather with heat indices over 95°F, potentially hitting 105°F on Friday.