Gov. Hochul's "bell-to-bell" mobile phone ban in NY schools is facing pushback from the state Senate, which proposes a less strict limitation during instructional time, prompting discussions about flexibility and local decision-making.

Trial of Nadine Menendez, wife of former Senator Bob Menendez, on bribery charges starts Tuesday, according to ABC7NY. She's accused of accepting bribes for political favors.

Three Long Island fire departments have settled over Confederate flag displays and discriminatory practices, involving fines, flag removal, and human rights training.

Authorities seek public help with new footage of a person of interest in the 2024 murder of Imam Hassan Sharif in Newark, offering a $35,000 reward for information.

NY Attorney General Letitia James and other attorneys general secured a settlement with the NCAA, allowing student athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness.

New York Attorney General leads a coalition opposing federal passport changes that could harm transgender and non-binary individuals' rights to accurate ID documents.

A Glenville man is charged with distributing CSAM; the FBI and state police investigate, while he awaits a detention hearing. Project Safe Childhood leads the prosecution efforts.

A 75-year-old man was sentenced to 15 years for sexually exploiting a child and producing child pornography while babysitting. He will also serve supervised release and register as a sex offender.

Brooklyn man, Amadou Kane, is charged with the attempted rape and robbery of a female jogger at Shirley Chisholm State Park, according to the Brooklyn DA's office.

NYC's mixed weather forecast includes sun and rain, with highs around 60 and lows in the 40s, a 90% chance of Thursday rain, and a sunny weekend expected.

PepsiCo acquires prebiotic soda brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion, aiming to expand its healthy drink options and capture more of the functional soda market.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces DFS Connect, a new digital platform for New Yorkers to report excessive prescription drug price increases and issues with PBMs.

New York Governor Hochul emphasizes AI leadership and public benefit in response to the federal AI Action Plan, highlighting IP security and collaboration with the federal government.