Vertical Aerospace showed off its electric air taxi in NYC, promising a 7-minute ride from Manhattan to JFK for about $300. Joby Aviation acquired Blade Air Mobility's passenger operations for $125 million to accelerate launch post-FAA certification.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani declares remote learning for public schools due to a winter storm, with preparations for safety and compliance with state-mandated school days.

Five deaths in New York City may be linked to a severe cold snap, with victims found in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Mayor Mamdani cited extreme cold in a city briefing.

Early voting for the special election to fill Zohran Mamdani's vacated New York State Assembly seat begins, with candidate Diana Moreno endorsed by Mamdani. Despite a snowstorm delaying early voting, extra hours have been allocated.

A gas explosion and four-alarm fire in a Bronx high-rise resulted in one death, injuries, and significant damage, with over 230 firefighters responding amid severe weather. The cause is under investigation, and displaced residents are receiving aid.

NY Attorney General Letitia James warns against price gouging during a severe winter storm and urges swift reporting of such violations, highlighting the state's readiness to penalize offenders.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces a $60 million child care pilot program in NY to improve accessibility and affordability, alongside a broader $4.5 billion initiative for universal child care.

A Mexican national has been sentenced to 25 years for distributing child pornography, with subsequent supervised release and sex offender registration.

Dollar Tree settles for $559,250 with NY over selling recalled lead-contaminated applesauce despite knowing about the issue, endangering children's health.

Mayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin formed a commission to review and recommend public servant salaries, ensuring transparency and accountability according to the NYC Charter.

A Brooklyn woman was charged for illegally performing a Brazilian butt lift, causing severe complications that required multiple surgeries for the victim.

A Brooklyn man was arraigned on attempted murder and assault charges after allegedly striking a woman with his vehicle in a crosswalk, prosecutors said.

A man from Long Island was charged for pretending to be a lawyer and stealing over $15,000 from a woman. He falsely claimed he was a Columbia Law student and ceased communication after receiving payments for immigration services he never provided.