A cold snap in NYC has caused 18 deaths, with Mayor Mamdani urging shelter use and the city expanding warming resources. Hypothermia, snowstorm effects, and transportation delays impact the city.

The NYC nurses' strike enters week five with some contract gains at Montefiore and ongoing talks at Mount Sinai, despite slow progress and the recent arrest of 13 nurses.

Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn plans to offer human composting, starting in 2027, as an eco-friendly alternative to burials and cremation. However, some religious groups oppose the method.

Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann spoke at Brooklyn's Middle School 447 about combating hate, following an initial rejection of his visit due to political concerns.

Archbishop Ronald Hicks takes over from Cardinal Dolan as the leader of New York's archdiocese, marked by a symbolic ceremony at St. Patrick's Cathedral.

NYC Mayor Mamdani announced free tax preparation services for eligible residents to avoid high fees, emphasizing protection from predatory practices. The program supports those earning under $97,000 and includes various assistance options.

Mayor Mamdani opens a Safe Haven shelter in Lower Manhattan, managed by Breaking Ground, to aid 106 vulnerable citizens, accelerating the response to the winter emergency.

Salt used to de-ice Brooklyn streets has damaged underground power cables, causing outages for about 2,000 residents in neighborhoods like Boerum Hill and Park Slope.

NYC's efforts to provide warmth for its homeless amidst a deadly cold snap saw complications, as warming buses at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal went unnoticed by those in need and city workers.

A gas explosion at Boston Secor Houses in the Bronx resulted in one death, injuries, and displacement, with residents demanding accountability from Wavecrest Management and NYCHA, amidst safety concerns.

New York restaurants and activists are joining a general strike against ICE raids, with some closing in solidarity and others hosting events to support immigrant rights organizations.

Brooklyn residents at 2342 Atlantic Avenue suffer from no heat, inconsistent hot water, and rat infestations, leading to high electric bills and difficult living conditions.

Brooklyn resident Allan Dabrio Marrero is set to return home after being detained by ICE for over two months following a green card interview error. His release on bond was uplifted by his husband and church community's support and advocacy.