NYC and Long Island nurses may strike next Monday, as negotiations over ratios, wages, and benefits become tense. Some nurses are still trying to reach a deal, while others like those at Mount Sinai are in dispute.

A Lindenhurst man was indicted for the Christmas Day murder of a CVS employee. John Pilaccio, accused of stabbing the worker to death, faces life without parole.

Julie Menin likely to become NYC Council's first Jewish speaker, with majority backing, ahead of Wednesday's vote. She has a history of public service and plans to focus on affordability issues.

A California mother was stabbed at Macy's Herald Square while changing her baby's diaper. The indicted suspect, Kerri Aherne, claimed she was commanded by voices to kill. Her intent was to get imprisoned rather than return to a psychiatric facility.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has initiated an overhaul of NYC's migrant shelter system, directing DHS to revamp or close shelters that don't meet standard regulations, given the drop in the shelter population since their peak.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed the bike lane bump at the Williamsburg Bridge, smoothing out the hazard and receiving praise from cyclists. The action precedes a planned $70 million Delancey Street redesign set for completion in 2027.

New York vets warn pet owners about canine influenza and bird flu risks, with cases of canine flu nearby and two cats in NYC testing positive for bird flu, one of which died. A vaccine for dogs and avoiding raw food for cats is advised.

Bronx community mourns the stabbing death of beloved father, George Ennin; suspect Sean Jones faces murder charges.

NYC seeks to delay the auction of Pinnacle Group's rent-stabilized apartments to reshape tenant protections and find responsible buyers for the properties in bankruptcy.

Guatemalan national Albaro Chacon sentenced to 15-17 years for attempted assault on the mother of his children, with additional convictions for other related charges.

ElevenLabs expands in NYC, backed by Governor Hochul, investing $33M and creating 230 jobs, focusing on AI audio innovation with state support of $4.4M in tax credits.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces $67.5 million NY PLAYS grant program to build and revamp playgrounds in New York State, targeting municipalities and nonprofits, with a focus on underserved communities.

Queens man indicted for dragging dogs behind car, facing animal cruelty charges and up to a year in jail if convicted.