The MTA is expanding its bus lane camera enforcement program, imposing fines for lane violations in Brooklyn and Manhattan which has improved bus speeds but drawn criticism from drivers over excessive fines.

An 11-year-old Brooklyn girl, Amira Aminova, was fatally hit by a bus. Driver Wawa Aurelus was arrested for leaving the scene and failing to yield to a pedestrian.

NYC Mayor Mamdani begins initiative for universal child care, starting with an RFI for 2-K/3-K providers to expand early education and alleviate financial burdens on families.

Ex-NYPD supervisor, Pamela Dillard, pleads guilty to bribery, admitting to selling crash victims' data for cash. She faces up to five years in prison.

New York faces harsh winter conditions with advisories for extreme cold and high winds through the weekend; residents prepare for snow and frigid temperatures.

Megan Horne was arrested for anti-Muslim hate crimes in Brooklyn, including assaulting a 12-year-old girl. She's charged with hate crime assault and related offenses.

A school safety agent was stabbed in the calf while breaking up a fight outside a Brooklyn middle school; her condition is stable and a "person of interest" is in custody.

Arctic air is expected to bring extreme cold to New York City, with forecasts predicting low temperatures, wind chill values below zero, and potential snow and gale conditions for all boroughs.

A water main break in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, flooded homes and streets, leading to the DEP's swift response and overnight repair work. Residents faced extensive water damage.

Michael Zayas from Brooklyn has been charged with a shooting near a Manhattan school, leading to a lockdown. He faces up to 15 years if convicted for ammunition possession post-felony conviction.

Ahuva Katzin and Yitzchok Sklar were indicted for their alleged role in distributing fentanyl that led to the death of Sklar’s four-year-old son. Both face serious penalties, and the investigation is being handled by the NYPD, DEA, and U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Two Bloods gang members pled guilty to sex trafficking, with another admitting to money laundering related to the crime. They face lengthy prison sentences and forfeiture of assets.

New York City's forecast includes sunny spells, snow showers, and extremely cold wind chills for the coming week, with advice to dress warmly and monitor updates.