Rex Heuermann, charged with the murder of seven women as the alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer, attended a court proceeding focused on trial preparations, including debate over DNA evidence admissibility and the suppression of certain evidence.

300 drones lit up Brooklyn's sky to support the Children's Miracle Network, highlighting pediatric healthcare needs and promoting a $1 billion funding initiative.

Ex-NYPD officer armed with a toilet seat piece was shot and killed by police after barricading himself in a Brooklyn hospital and displaying threatening behavior.

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.