Astoria resident Jerald Bethea was sentenced to 20 years in prison for the 2020 manslaughter of NYCHA worker Darrian Ramdial, killed by a stray bullet during a dispute.

Fifth Avenue's retail vacancies are filling up, with brands like Eden Gallery and Skims moving in, and IKEA anchoring a new tower, signaling a post-pandemic recovery.

Gov. Kathy Hochul is committed to New York's congestion pricing plan, which is opposed by the Trump administration and faces potential legal battles, but which continues to generate significant revenue for the MTA.

A 16-year-old was stabbed near John F. Kennedy High School in the Bronx; NYPD found him wounded but stable. No arrests yet; the incident is under investigation.

A fatal crash in Queens, NY, left a 24-year-old man dead and the driver of a Mercedes in custody with charges pending after their vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard.

A Brooklyn McDonald's requires under-20s to show ID and be with a parent to dine in, after local youth caused disturbances, leading to frequent police calls. Mixed community reactions and inconsistent policy enforcement are reported.

Luigi Mangione, charged with murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, receives fan mail in jail and asks for fewer photos, pleading not guilty and facing life imprisonment while gaining surprising public support and funds.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams has requested dismissal of his corruption case, citing prosecutorial misconduct and leaked DOJ communications, affecting his presumption of innocence. His trial is currently on hold.

Raymond Santana of the Exonerated Five announced his candidacy for New York City Council's 8th District, focusing on rejuvenating his community and improving public safety.

Former NY Governor Andrew Cuomo is rumored to be preparing for a NYC mayoral run amid an ongoing probe into his professional conduct that could affect his law license.

A fire at the 191st Street subway station in Washington Heights injured 18 people, caused delays on the 1 train, and led to temporary service suspensions. The FDNY handled the situation, and normal operations resumed after repairs.

The trial of ex-detective Hector Rosario, accused of aiding the Bonanno mafia in a fake raid against the Genovese family, began, with the prosecution citing a betrayal of trust.

A cyclist died after being struck by an MTA bus in the Bronx; no charges against the bus driver have been reported. Another fatal traffic accident occurred in Queens.