Jesse Jackson's death marks the loss of a pivotal civil rights leader who notably influenced New York politics, from David Dinkins' mayoral win to broader social movements.

Rose Freedman, the last living survivor of the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist fire, died at 107; her escape and decades of advocacy helped shape New York workplace safety.

A Bronx couple says raw sewage backed up into their Longfellow Avenue apartment for weeks, forcing daily cleanups and sending one partner to the hospital.

Relay is ending New York City deliveries on April 1, citing business concerns as the city tightens pay and deactivation rules. Thousands of riders now face a scramble for other apps.

Goldman Sachs will stop weighing race, gender and sexual orientation in board searches after a private deal with a conservative shareholder group. The change follows legal and political shifts that have weakened formal DEI mandates.

Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson passed away at 84, leaving a legacy of justice and equality. He suffered from a neurological disease and was honored for his lifelong activism.

Blue Cross Blue Shield will begin distributing payouts from a $2.67B settlement; eligible subscribers who filed by Nov. 5, 2021 should watch for May 2026 payments. Payments will vary based on premiums and plan type.

Senator Chuck Schumer proposes a bill to preserve the Pride flag at Stonewall National Monument in response to its controversial removal. He aims to recognize the flag as a congressionally authorized symbol.

Screenshots show an NYC Health Department staffer using violent anti‑Israel language, prompting calls for probes and renewed scrutiny of the agency.

DOJ files and reporting show Jeffrey Epstein gave at least $375,000 to Harvard’s Hasty Pudding between 2013 and 2019 and attended its galas after his 2008 conviction.

Couples gathered in Times Square on Valentine's Day to get married, propose, and renew vows, celebrated with a new art installation "Making Love" and Broadway performances.

State regulators are proposing rules to guarantee caseworkers, meals and child care for families housed in hotels — a response to reporting that found thousands placed in motels lacked basic services.

Tenants in two Morrisania buildings on Franklin Avenue report leaks, rats and drug activity and say management has been slow to act. City health and housing agencies are being asked to step in.