NYC introduces housing lotteries in the Bronx and Queens offering affordable units for seniors, with rent as low as $0 based on income and eligibility criteria, including amenities and supportive services.

Valencia Bakery in the Bronx gained attention after appearing in Bad Bunny's "NUEVAYoL" music video, leading to a surge in popularity for the family-run business.

Governor Hochul announced the return of "Summer Saturday" discounts for LIRR and Metro-North passengers, allowing monthly pass holders to bring guests for $1 on Saturdays.

A man was detained for an alleged attempted kidnapping of a 6-year-old boy in Coney Island; the child sustained minor injuries but is expected to recover. No charges have been filed yet.

Ex-Governor Paterson encourages Democrats to unite against NYC mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, as Trump calls Mamdani a "Communist Lunatic" and questions his citizenship.

A BMW hit a divider on the Belt Parkway in Queens, causing injuries to six people and involving two other vehicles.

Sean "Diddy" Combs was acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering but found guilty on lesser prostitution-related charges. Despite the mixed verdict, he was denied bail and faces a potential prison sentence.

A man was slashed in the arm outside a Manhattan bar; police are searching for the suspect. The victim, stable at Bellevue Hospital, was injured after an argument. No arrests have been made yet.

Two recent illegal fireworks incidents in Brooklyn raised safety concerns; an unauthorized display in Greenpoint injured a woman, and a $250,000 seizure in Flatbush led to an arrest.

A man was critically wounded in a Bronx shooting near Crotona Park, with no suspects or motive identified. Despite this, the NYPD reported a relatively safe July 4th weekend.

A fire in Marble Hill forced residents to evacuate and hospitalized three firefighters, with the Red Cross assisting displaced households. The cause is under investigation.

Mayor Eric Adams's administration in NYC plans to enforce e-bike regulations with 45 new officers and a proposed 15 mph speed limit, drawing criticism over safety, economic impact, and potential targeting of immigrant workers.

Shark sightings at Rockaway Beach prompted closures over the Fourth of July weekend; no injuries were reported and officials used drones for monitoring.