Matthew Dundas of Petersburgh, NY, was sentenced to two years probation, 80 hours community service, and a $4,000 fine for issuing himself 105 fraudulent money orders, repaying the stolen $76,976.61 before his admission of guilt.

Building superintendent Rosalind Hernandez was convicted of grand larceny for stealing over $350,000 from a 100-year-old man for whom she was Power of Attorney.

Jimmy Connors pled guilty to manslaughter and leaving the scene of a crime for a fatal car crash in Manhattan. His sentencing is set for February 2026.

Elaine Antao and Manal Wasef pleaded guilty to participating in a $68 million Medicaid fraud scheme through Brooklyn adult day cares and a health care company.

New York officials propose the "CRYPTO" Act to criminalize unlicensed crypto operations, aiming to mitigate money laundering and other related crimes.

De’Ovryion Elijha Ray was extradited and arraigned for allegedly murdering his ex-girlfriend, Dashanna Donovan, in Queens. He faces second-degree murder charges.

Hyena Crips gang member Richler Morette pleads guilty to racketeering and involvement in multiple murders in Brooklyn, facing potential life sentence.

Former NY Giants cornerback Sam Beal has been missing since July. His family and authorities are searching for him; his car was found in Virginia Beach.

Gunfire erupted near a Manhattan high school, leading to a swift police lockdown. No injuries were reported despite found shell casings. The shooter fled the scene.

The Poke Court, a Manhattan Pokemon card store, was robbed by three armed individuals during a community event, stealing over $100K in merchandise. No physical injuries occurred. Store owner contemplates increased security after the incident.

A woman has been searching for her cat Tazzie Lee at JFK Airport nearly a month after it escaped, with high hopes of finding her pet before an upcoming house move.

Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg proposes a ban on 3D-printed guns in New York and the US, with regulations to prevent firearm printing on 3D printers, also targeting the distribution of digital firearm blueprints.

NYPD seeks help to identify a suspect in a series of thefts targeting the disabled in Manhattan, with incidents on December 31, 2025, and January 1 and 9, 2026.