Michail McKen was convicted of sex trafficking and interstate prostitution by a federal jury, following a trial in Central Islip for running a multistate sex trafficking ring.

The Michelin Guide has added 19 restaurants to its New York City list, ahead of the star-awarding ceremony on December 9, showcasing a range of cuisines and potential future star recipients.

The body of an unidentified man was found on Coney Island beach with no apparent injuries. Authorities are investigating the cause of death and his identity.

A proposed 10-story building near Brooklyn Botanic Garden is nearing approval after a seven-year debate, promising 355 apartments and some union-backed jobs.

Verizon customers on the East Coast experienced a service outage, affecting internet and landlines and prompting dissatisfaction and compensation demands.

NYC has introduced new rules for trash bins to combat rat problems, requiring secure lids on bins in buildings with 1-9 residential units. Violators face fines post-grace period until January 2025.

The Jennings Creek wildfire on the NY-NJ border is 20% contained, with resources and personnel fighting the spread amidst a risk of further escalation due to weather conditions.

A Brooklyn man, Kerry Lewis, is charged with murdering a woman and her elderly father, with their bodies found by a family visitor. Community mourns the unexpected loss.

An 18-year-old New York State Parks Department member died fighting a wildfire in Sterling Forest, being struck by a tree. Fire crews continue to battle the blaze, and a GoFundMe supports the victim's family.

Iconic Brooklyn seafood restaurant Lundy's is set to reopen in Red Hook by hospitality veteran Sandra Snyder, aiming to recapture the nostalgia of its historic dining experience.

An air quality advisory is in effect for NYC and the Hudson Valley until midnight due to smoke from New Jersey wildfires affecting air quality and posing health risks.

A Brooklyn man was arrested for attempting to kidnap a child from his father; a history of arrests and the incident caught on video prompted charges of kidnapping and endangerment.

New Yorkers experienced cloudy Veterans Day mornings that cleared to sunny afternoons, with highs near 68°F, followed by a sunny week with cooler temperatures ahead.