Assemblymember Michael Reilly proposes the Toll Payer Advocacy and Relief Act to limit E-ZPass fines in NY, highlighting cases like Chris Zimring's, who faced $25,000 in debt from toll penalties.

Hofstra University celebrates Resa Nelson, the school's first Rhodes Scholar, who plans to pursue stem-cell research and has made advancements in biofuel from sargassum seaweed.

A fire in Auburndale, Queens, resulted in one death and minor injuries to a firefighter; over 60 personnel responded to the incident, which is under investigation.

NYC Councilmember Holden is pushing to ban horse-drawn carriages, citing animal welfare and safety, while facing opposition from workers and legal challenges from TWU against animal rights group NYCLASS.

New York City and Newark enact "code blue" to aid the homeless during freezing temperatures and wind chills, with outreach workers providing shelter access.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is showing interest in New York's gubernatorial race, potentially challenging Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026. Despite trailing in GOP polls, Blakeman is confident, touring the state to gauge and build support.

Outgoing NYC Mayor Eric Adams makes moves that could impact Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's plans, such as appointing Rent Guidelines Board members and funding police hires.

A proposal in New York seeks to require judges to make yearly visits to state prisons, aiming to connect them directly with the impact of their sentencing decisions.

Kris Roglieri, CEO of Prime Capital Ventures, LLC, pled guilty to wire fraud conspiracy, facing a 20-year maximum sentence and a forfeiture of over $55 million in assets.

Gov. Kathy Hochul began construction of 'The Morgan', a $32.5M housing project in Queens to provide 50 affordable units, particularly for individuals with serious mental illness.

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is investing $2 billion in Saratoga Springs, NY, to expand, creating 1,000 jobs and strengthening the state's biotech industry.

The NY Attorney General's investigation into Bruce Boyd's death concluded officers' use of deadly force was justified and a prosecutor wouldn't likely prove otherwise.

Manhattan D.A. announced the indictment of Joel Nieves for attempted murder and assault after a shooting at the Mexican Day Parade that injured a teen.