New York schools will enforce a "bell-to-bell" smartphone ban next fall, with exemptions for certain students. Concerns arise over potential stigma and enforcement logistics.

A Bronx man was sentenced to five years in prison for assaulting an MTA employee during a confrontation at a subway station. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety for public transit workers.

NY AG's Office investigates the fatal shooting of Donnell Hogan by Syracuse Police, examining the incident where Hogan, who used a wheelchair, reportedly fired at officers before being shot.

Zachary Cota, 32, was sentenced to 292 months for receiving child pornography, using SnapChat to solicit and threaten minors. Over 900 images were found on his phone. He will also have supervised release and must forfeit the phone used in his crimes.

A former NYPD officer was sentenced to 23 years for sexually exploiting minors online. He pled guilty and used social media to deceive and manipulate children into sending explicit material.

Spring showers and seasonal temperatures are expected across New York City boroughs with consistent weather and no severe conditions forecasted for the coming week.

The NYPD is seeking a suspect for assaulting an officer during protests in Union Square Park. The officer was hospitalized in stable condition; the suspect has not been caught.

AG's report on Geoffrey Parris' death finds no NYPD charges; he was fatally shot after brandishing a BB gun, which officers mistook for a real firearm.

New York officials propose a bill to criminalize the distribution of digital blueprints for auto sears to curb the rise of 3D-printed guns and untraceable weapons.

Brooklyn man Shao Tong Lian has been indicted for the 2022 murder of Fang Chen after allegedly hiring her for sexual services and then killing her. He faces up to life in prison if convicted.

Bronx man Jeremy Cortorreal is sentenced to 20 years for manslaughter in the strangulation death of his girlfriend, according to the Bronx DA's office.

Modern Love vegan restaurant in Williamsburg is closing in June due to an unsustainable business model post-pandemic, with plans to relocate and reinvent.

Marcus Ricketts was sentenced to 25 years for a murder during a drug-related robbery in Brighton Beach, continuing a pattern of violent crimes after deportation and re-entry to the U.S.