NY AG Letitia James obtained a preliminary injunction against federal funding cuts for school-based mental health programs, a legal move following a lawsuit by 16 attorneys general.

Paralympic swimmer Ali Truwit is set to run the TCS New York City Marathon after overcoming a shark attack that resulted in the loss of her left foot. She now runs on a prosthetic blade and aims to change perceptions of disability.

Mayor Eric Adams announced the elimination of $135 million in medical debt for 75,000 New Yorkers, as part of NYC's $2 billion debt relief initiative.

NY Attorney General Letitia James issued cease-and-desist letters to three companies for selling skin-lightening creams with dangerous mercury levels.

Women sue Pfizer, claiming the contraceptive Depo-Provera caused brain tumors; over 1,300 lawsuits are being consolidated, suggesting Pfizer may face billions in claims.

New York Governor Hochul extends an executive order allowing pharmacists to administer the 2025-26 COVID vaccine, urging federal action on child vaccination access.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams seeks $48 million from Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family for the city's opioid crisis mitigation efforts as part of a broader $7.4 billion proposed settlement.

A 13-year-old boy named Sanjay Samuel is brain-dead and in a coma after being shot outside a Dunkin' Donuts in Queens. The suspect is at large, and officials urge public assistance in the investigation.

NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Morse faced scrutiny over the response to a Legionnaires' outbreak, discussing preventative measures and admitting to difficulty in completely eliminating risk.

New York will invest $218 million in a new EHR system for its mental health facilities, aimed at improving psychiatric care and reducing administrative burdens, with Oracle Health implementing the upgrade.

Governor Kathy Hochul has issued new COVID-19 vaccine guidelines for New Yorkers, pushing ahead of federal policy and enhancing vaccine access, including allowing pharmacists to administer vaccines.

Health officials warn of measles exposure in Manhattan following two confirmed cases, amid concerns over vaccination policies and federal scrutiny. Local authorities emphasize high vaccination rates and the importance of continued immunization.

The NESE pipeline is stirring debate in New York, potentially costing National Grid customers and clashing with the state's renewable energy goals despite being a national priority.