Gunfire erupted near a Manhattan high school, leading to a swift police lockdown. No injuries were reported despite found shell casings. The shooter fled the scene.

A federal judge ruled to resume construction of New York's Empire Wind project, previously halted by a Trump administration order over national security concerns.

A 13-year-old from Nassau County needs a kidney transplant due to a rare UVJ obstruction. His family is unable to donate, and his kidney function is critically low, requiring urgent donor matching.

Eric Adams, former NYC mayor, was recorded arguing with a woman at a Dallas airport, which led to speculation about his motives behind a failed cryptocurrency launch.

A federal appeals court reversed a lower court's release of pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil; the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court ruled the lower court lacked jurisdiction at this stage.

Nurses' strike in NYC persists as talks resume with major hospitals, focusing on demands for better staffing, pay, and safety. Outcomes are uncertain despite efforts to maintain patient care.

The Poke Court, a Manhattan Pokemon card store, was robbed by three armed individuals during a community event, stealing over $100K in merchandise. No physical injuries occurred. Store owner contemplates increased security after the incident.

A woman has been searching for her cat Tazzie Lee at JFK Airport nearly a month after it escaped, with high hopes of finding her pet before an upcoming house move.

Saks Fifth Avenue and its parent company, Saks Global, have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amidst financial struggles and owing billions to suppliers, with no immediate fire sales expected at their stores.

Verizon resolved a nationwide service disruption and apologized, stating affected customers would receive credits. New York City advised using alternatives for emergency calls.

Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg proposes a ban on 3D-printed guns in New York and the US, with regulations to prevent firearm printing on 3D printers, also targeting the distribution of digital firearm blueprints.

NYPD seeks help to identify a suspect in a series of thefts targeting the disabled in Manhattan, with incidents on December 31, 2025, and January 1 and 9, 2026.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $60 million pilot program to expand child care access in Dutchess, Monroe, and Broome counties, New York, aiming to create 1,000 new spots for young children.