The article discusses the high maternal mortality rates among Black women in New York City and the advocacy for more birthing centers to provide culturally competent and midwife-led care to help address this crisis.

New York residents can expect a week of varied weather, from potential thunderstorms to stretches of sunshine. The forecast calls for fluctuating conditions, so it’s important to stay prepared.

Governor Hochul and MTA announced service enhancements for 16 local bus routes in NYC's outer boroughs set for summer 2025, aiming to improve travel times and encourage mass transit use.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams signs laws to enforce the removal of unnecessary scaffolding and ensure more timely property repairs to improve sidewalks and safety.

Rasheedul Mowla from Brooklyn admitted he tried to join ISIS in 2017 by traveling to Syria. He was stopped and sent back to the U.S., and now faces up to 20 years in prison.

New York City boroughs are forecasted to have a mix of sunshine and potential showers with breezy conditions over the coming week, according to the National Weather Service.

Three gang members were sentenced for the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Devonte Lewis outside a Brooklyn charter school in 2021, with sentences ranging from 10 years to 15 years to life.

NYC's composting initiatives are expanding with free compost and bin giveaways, as the city sees a surge in organic waste collection and imposes fines for non-compliance with new composting rules.

A report reveals that Black and Hispanic families are subject to 81% of NYC child welfare investigations despite being less than half the population, and advocates decry this as overpolicing.

NYPD is searching for two people who robbed a man at Nevins Street subway station on April 9. One suspect used a chokehold while the other stole his things. A reward of up to $3,500 is offered for tips.

Ex-NYPD officer Michael McMahon sentenced to 18 months for acting as an illegal agent for China and stalked a U.S. resident as part of "Operation Fox Hunt."

Spring weather brings sunny and partly cloudy days to New York City boroughs with mild temperatures and occasional gusty winds, according to the National Weather Service.

Miriam Yarimi is being arraigned for a Brooklyn crash that killed Natasha Saada and her two daughters. She faces manslaughter charges and had numerous traffic violations. The case highlights serious road safety issues.