NYC is expanding its overweight truck crackdown on the BQE to include Staten Island-bound traffic, utilizing Weigh in Motion technology after a significant drop in overweight vehicles. The system's authorization requires renewal by December 1, 2025.

Accused shoplifter Soso Ramishvili died in NYPD custody; his death followed a theft arrest and multiple transfers. Legal groups criticized his treatment and lack of medical care.

Governor Hochul announced that New York issued 55,661 tickets during St. Patrick’s Day for traffic violations, including 1,224 for impaired driving. Increased patrols and checkpoints were part of the safety initiative.

A court ruled that Red Rose Rescue violated clinic access laws, blocking reproductive health services, which the NY Attorney General Letitia James hailed as a win for legal and reproductive rights.

AG James' OSI concluded the OCSO deputy's fatal shooting of Dhal Apet and Lueth Mo was justified, as evidence showed the vehicle posed a threat. The report also recommends body and dashboard cameras for officers.

Christopher Reese was convicted of wire fraud and unauthorized legal practice in New York. He falsely offered legal services to inmates' families, leading to significant financial gain. Sentencing is scheduled for June 26, 2025.

New York City forecasts predict variable skies and showers with highs in the 50s to low 60s, cooling at night. Rain expected Monday, with a chance of more midweek. No severe weather anticipated.

M. Wells Steakhouse reopens in Bushwick with a collaborative pop-up series at the New York Distilling Company, featuring a maple syrup-infused menu and live music, after closing in Long Island City.

Three individuals admitted to being part of a nationwide bank fraud scheme, potentially facing up to 30 years in prison, with some charges including aggravated identity theft.

A 69-year-old woman was attacked on a Manhattan subway, sustaining facial injuries. Police seek the assailant, described with short blonde hair and last seen in a beige jacket. The victim is in stable condition; public assistance is requested.

Queens actor Isaiah Stokes was sentenced to 25 years to life for the 2021 murder of Tyrone Jones, convicted of second-degree murder and weapon possession.

A Queens teen faces murder charges for the fatal Valentine's Day stabbing of 14-year-old Julian Corniell at a McDonald's, highlighting local teen violence issues.

Governor Hochul is calling for proposals to develop an affordable housing project on a vacant Clinton Hill site, aiming to turn the state-owned parcel into a mixed-use development with community facilities.