New York Attorney General Letitia James Spearheads Charge Against xAI for Safer AI and Demands Crackdown on Chatbot's Illicit Image Generation
AG Letitia James leads a bipartisan group urging xAI to strengthen controls on Grok to prevent creation and sharing of sexualized nonconsensual images.
Brooklyn Attorney and Ex-Mayor Adams Adviser Frank Carone Under Federal Scrutiny for Business Dealings
Federal investigators are examining the business deals of Frank Carone, a lawyer and adviser to former Mayor Eric Adams, focusing on his firm Oaktree Solutions. No charges have been filed; Carone denies misconduct and suggests bias.
Snow Day Goes Digital as NYC Mayor Mamdani Ensures Seamless Transition to Remote Learning Amid Winter Storm
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani moved K-8 schooling online to manage a snowstorm, promising no repeat of past remote learning issues, and keeping spirits high with a light-hearted approach.
New York City Braces for Cold Snap and Possible Snow Across Boroughs
New Yorkers face a cold day with low chances of snow across boroughs and wind chill values making it feel colder than actual temperatures. The rest of the week looks clear and sunny but remains cold.
NYC Public Schools to Close Monday Due to Winter Storm, Shift to Remote Learning
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani declares remote learning for public schools due to a winter storm, with preparations for safety and compliance with state-mandated school days.
Brooklyn Woman Charged With Illegal Surgery in Sheepshead Bay After Patient Suffers Severe Complications
A Brooklyn woman was charged for illegally performing a Brazilian butt lift, causing severe complications that required multiple surgeries for the victim.
Miami Executive PK Jain Sentenced to 20 Years for $35 Million Investor Fraud Schemes
Pushpesh Kumar Baid, known as PK Jain, received a 20-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to wire fraud involving fraudulent factoring and luxury goods schemes that caused investor losses exceeding $35 million.
New Law Mandates Air Conditioning in NYC Apartments to Combat Heat-Related Deaths
NYC law mandates landlords provide AC units upon tenant request, with full enforcement by 2030, aiming to reduce heat-related deaths. Costs may be passed to tenants.
School Consultant Admits to $100K Kickback Scam on COVID-Era Education Funds in Brooklyn Court
A school consultant admitted to a kickback scheme defrauding COVID-era federal programs for student internet access. He faces up to five years in prison and must forfeit over $100,000.
Kyrgyz Arms Dealer Sentenced to 39 Months in Brooklyn for Illegally Exporting Military-Grade Firearms to Russia
Kyrgyz national Sergei Zharnovnikov was sentenced to 39 months in prison for illegally exporting over $1.5 million worth of firearms and ammunition to Russia, facing potential deportation after his term.
New York City Braces for Frigid Weekend with Cold Advisory and Winter Storm Watch
A hazardous weather outlook warns New Yorkers of cold conditions and a winter storm, with heavy snowfall expected across the boroughs, impacting travel and activities.












