Challengers in NY-15 debated on a OneNYC Action livestream Monday while Rep. Ritchie Torres skipped. The forum highlighted Israel, affordability and who speaks for the Bronx.

Video shows heavy smoke at West 33rd and 10th Avenue in Hudson Yards; firefighters were on scene and no immediate injuries were reported.

A Clarkstown family with ties to the local police department lost their home in a fire; a Clarkstown PBA fundraiser has raised thousands for housing and essentials.

Delta will raise checked‑bag fees by $10–$50 as jet‑fuel costs surge. SkyMiles elites and premium cabins keep free allowances, but economy travelers face higher check‑in costs.

Windy afternoon with gusts to 40 mph. Freeze Watch late Tuesday night for Staten Island and the Bronx.

CBS is selling the 11:35 p.m. hour to Byron Allen; Comics Unleashed moves up on May 22 and Funny You Should Ask stays on after midnight.

A Brooklyn judge set $1M bond Monday for Karl Jordan Jr. after vacating his 2024 conviction in Jam Master Jay’s 2002 killing; prosecutors have days to decide on an appeal.

NYPD released footage after a 22-year-old was punched and had his phone taken near Jesup Avenue and West 170 Street; authorities are asking for tips.

A Manhattan arts teacher was sentenced to 150 months after prosecutors say he shared child pornography and sexually exploited a student.

After an appellate ruling left Seneca Meadows open, activists and lawmakers are pushing changes to stop indefinite air‑permit extensions and speed DEC reviews.

The FCC added foreign-made consumer routers to its Covered List, blocking new models from receiving U.S. authorization. Existing devices remain usable but future upgrades may slow.

City health officials have raised water‑quality and safety questions about the East River +POOL pilot, prompting extra testing and changes to the timeline. Regulators want more proof before swimmers can dive in.

NYPD Crime Stoppers posted a wanted alert after a 47-year-old was punched inside Pelham Bay Park station on March 27. A reward of up to $3,500 is being offered for tips.