New York will fly flags at half-staff to honor the late former Representative John LaFalce, following Governor Kathy Hochul's directive for Monday, April 14.

Maria Fraterrigo, an 81-year-old grandmother, returned to NYC with her support parrot after Frontier Airlines initially barred the bird from their flight home from Puerto Rico.

NYC Council may pass a bill to double public restrooms in the city, improving access to these facilities with at least half publicly owned and an online map for easy location.

New Yorkers rally at City Hall against ICE's proposed return to Rikers Island, while City Council Speaker considers legal action against Mayor over sanctuary law violations.

New York City issued nearly 2,000 fines in the first week of enforcing new composting rules, aiming to boost organic waste separation among property owners.

Bronx community mourns the loss of teacher Jessica Hoyle, shot in her apartment, as they gather for a vigil. Her ex-boyfriend, Shannon Graham, suspected in her death, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot.

NYC residents with income limits can apply for a free air conditioner or fan through the Cooling Assistance program starting April 15. Eligibility criteria and application details are available through ACCESS NYC and HEAP.

A judge has refused to halt the development of affordable housing for seniors on New York City's Elizabeth Street Garden site, despite protests from supporters and a pending appeal.

A Hudson River Park bench dedicated to a tragic love story between Jack Ciapciak and his late fiancé Jack Lorentzen has gone viral, becoming a pilgrimage site for many.

New York State illuminated landmarks for Trans Day of Visibility and the NYPD held an event underscoring transgender rights, countering recent federal limitations on gender recognition.

NY Attorney General Letitia James warns of potential Passover-related price gouging targeting the Jewish community and vows legal action against discriminatory pricing.

Brooklyn residents protest the planned conversion of an expected affordable housing project into a homeless shelter, feeling misled by the city's decision.

Marco Rubio supports continuing to revoke visas and green cards of those the U.S. deems threats, following Mahmoud Khalil's arrest for Palestinian activism.