A Queens man admitted to acting as an unregistered Chinese agent, colluding with China's MSS to spy on U.S. dissidents, betraying his former pro-democracy stance.

New York City anticipates showers and thunderstorms, with a high rip current risk warning in effect. Improved weather with sunny skies is forecasted from Thursday onwards.

NY Democratic leaders are rallying behind Zohran Mamdani for mayor, with Speaker Heastie expected to endorse him following Governor Hochul's support. A Marist poll shows Mamdani leading the race.

Long Island narcotics raid yields the first regional seizure of nitazene, an opioid stronger than fentanyl, and various other drugs. Suspect Anthony Gianatiempo faces charges. DEA warns of the drug's dangers.

Cardi B announces her "Little Miss Drama" tour, her first headline arena tour, starting in Palm Desert and ending in Atlanta, with ticket presales starting September 23, 2026.

The Pencil Factory bar in Greenpoint is set to reopen under new ownership, maintaining its local charm while planning minimal changes and possibly ending DJ-led dance parties.

A man died after being struck with a baton in a Brooklyn bodega; two people were detained but not charged. The neighborhood describes past issues with the victim and suggests a possible self-defense angle.

Governor Kathy Hochul extends her lead over Rep. Elise Stefanik in New York's gubernatorial race, with a 25-point advantage, according to a Siena College poll.

Saks Fifth Avenue's holiday light show is returning to NYC this November after being absent last year. The display features thousands of lights with festive music, enhancing the city's winter charm.

A car collided with an MTA bus in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, leading to the bus crashing into an apartment building; the car driver sustained minor injuries.

Teenagers were injured in an East Harlem shootout involving NYPD, with an ongoing investigation into the source of the shots and a high-capacity gun recovered.

A judge dismissed state terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, accused of killing a CEO, due to insufficient evidence of his intent to intimidate or influence government policy. He still faces a murder charge and weapons-related charges.

New York Attorney General Letitia James introduced rules for the SAFE for Kids Act to restrict addictive social media features for users under 18 and involve public feedback.