A horse carriage accident in Midtown NYC has reignited debate over horse-drawn carriages in the city, with calls for legislative change and references to Ryder's Law for their phase-out.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji move into Gracie Mansion, planning to stay connected to citizens and add bidets as a modern upgrade.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an order to end solitary confinement on Rikers Island, mandating a plan for compliance with local laws. The move signals a potential shift towards substantive jail reforms.

Summit Properties USA purchased over 5,000 rent-stabilized apartments from the bankrupt Pinnacle Group, leading to tenant concerns and scrutiny over familial ties within the transaction.

A Bronx building undergoing demolition partially collapsed, with debris spilling onto the sidewalk. No injuries were reported; the DOB is investigating previous safety violations.

A NYC Council employee with legal U.S. residency until 2026 was detained by immigration officials, inciting criticism from city officials and calls for his release.

A man was stabbed at a Times Square McDonald's, marking the third such incident in the area within a week. The victim is stable; no arrests have been made yet.

Governor Hochul plans to extend the Second Avenue Subway to Broadway via 125th Street, diverting from the original downtown route, with a projected cost of $7.5 billion.

Inmate Shemar Hassani-Shaw was indicted for slashing a Rikers Island officer's face last December. Charges include Attempted Assault and Promoting Prison Contraband. His bail is set, with the next court date on March 11, 2026.

New York City expects similar weather across boroughs with clouds, mild temperatures, and a slight chance of showers, as per the National Weather Service forecasts.

NY Governor Hochul's ConnectALL program allocates $36M to improve broadband access, with a focus on fiber optic construction and wireless hubs to benefit unserved areas.

Mayor Mamdani appointed Rafael Espinal as New York City's new Commissioner of Media and Entertainment to support the creative community amid rising living costs.

A Glendale resident has admitted to attacking a child and an off-duty police sergeant. The incident resulted in serious injuries, and the defendant now faces a potential 17-year prison sentence.