Manhattan judge dismisses severe charges against Luigi Mangione, removing death penalty and murder and firearms allegations, but retains two stalking charges.

A rideshare driver was fatally shot in the Bronx on New Year's Day, marking the suspected first homicide of 2026. Suspect Ehinel Troncoso is wanted by NYPD.

A Ridge, NY man pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the killing of his ex-girlfriend, admitting the crime stemmed from a financial dispute, according to prosecutors

A Level 2 sex offender, Andrew Edick pleaded guilty to producing child sexual abuse material involving two minors. Sentencing is set for May 29, 2026.

John McClure and Sarah Chambers of Granville were convicted of contractor fraud, scamming homeowners out of over $1.5 million. They advertised home improvement services but often didn't complete the work, spending the money on personal items instead.

Manhattan DA announced the sentencing of Larry Atkinson to 40 years-to-life for the 1994 murder of Sarah and Sharon Roberts, solved with DNA advances.

A New Jersey man was indicted for a hit-and-run in Queens that seriously injured a motorcyclist; he faces charges including assault and driving with a suspended license.

Members of a Queens sex trafficking ring receive prison terms of 25 to 35 years for coercive trafficking of minors.

Anthony Curcio was convicted for a fraudulent trading card operation, involving fake grades of sports and Pokémon cards, with a potential sentence of up to 20 years per charge.

Steven LaBianca was sentenced to 12 years for minor enticement and child pornography, following a guilty plea in September 2024 in Brooklyn federal court.

Start-up CEO Gökçe Güven is charged with securities fraud, wire fraud, visa fraud, and identity theft for deceiving investors and falsely obtaining an O-1A visa.

A deadly fire in a cluttered Brooklyn apartment claimed one life and required over 70 firefighters for control. The Red Cross is assisting displaced residents.

Samuel Calderon was arrested for murder and other charges after allegedly causing a fatal Bronx fire by dismantling a stove, resulting in one death and one critical injury.