Rite Aid is closing over 800 stores across 11 US states, amid financial struggles and a second bankruptcy within two years. The chain aims to secure liquidity and meet financial goals through store closures.

Police found a 60-year-old man dead with head injuries at his Brooklyn home; his cause of death is under investigation, and no arrests have been made.

Halley Chambers and Kip Green are set to open Cleo Downtown, a rotisserie restaurant in Manhattan's West Village, in spring 2026, expanding their Brooklyn success to new borough.

A young moped driver named Joel Mota died in a collision with an intoxicated driver, Leslie Moreno, in Brooklyn. Mota's passenger was injured but stable.

NYPD seeks suspect for a violent assault in Brooklyn's 66th Precinct; a woman, followed by an unknown man, was escorted by two men, who were subsequently attacked.

NYPD is seeking a suspect for a robbery and assault at the Chauncey Street subway station in Brooklyn. The attack took place early on June 22, where the victim was slashed, punched, and robbed.

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for New York City, with temperatures soaring to the high 90s and heat index values reaching over 100 degrees.

NYPD seeks a suspect for a robbery at Flushing Avenue subway, where a woman was attacked and injured. They urge public help, ensuring tipster anonymity.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces a $10 million grant to improve food access in New York, focusing on aiding underserved areas and supporting local agriculture.

An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for New York City, with temperatures reaching 100°F, prompting public health concerns and advisories to stay cool.

The Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island with thousands expected for the aquatic-themed event, featuring floats and costumes. It starts at 1 p.m., with street closures in place.

The NYPD's Quality of Life division is cracking down on illegal vehicles in Coney Island, while also facing critiques for handling of homeless and drug issues. The program is set to expand citywide despite some questioning its effectiveness.

NYC public schools are expanding translation services to include Albanian, Uzbek, and Ukrainian to boost inclusivity, following a settlement from a lawsuit revealing deficiencies in language support for non-English-speaking families.