Anthony Smith has been indicted on charges of attempted rape, sexual abuse, and strangulation after allegedly assaulting a woman in Midtown Manhattan.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams and CUNY announce a $12.3 million initiative for Hostos Community College to create a life sciences facility expected to serve 5,000 students annually.

A 94-year-old man was assaulted at an Upper East Side Apple Store; Lewis Reynolds was indicted for the unprovoked attack, causing bruises and back pain.

A Bronx man, Kavon Burton, is indicted on attempted murder and other charges for a shooting during which he allegedly injured a man but no bystanders.

Victor Solis indicted for a violent stabbing at a West Harlem subway, charged with attempted murder and assault; good Samaritans and police intervened.

Manhattan expects sunny skies with highs near 80°F today, while borough forecasts show similar conditions with chances of weekend thunderstorms.

Rumors suggest NYC Mayor Eric Adams may leave the mayoral race for a Trump admin role; he has not confirmed these speculations.

President Trump plans to attend a Yankees game on 9/11, while VP JD Vance will be at the Ground Zero ceremony. Trump's schedule also includes a Pentagon event earlier. Plans are tentative and may change.

A pregnant former custodian at Barnard College alleges unfair layoff by the college, which the college denies, stressing adherence to the union contract's seniority rules. The union has filed a grievance.

A New York judge ruled advanced DNA testing admissible in Rex Heuermann's trial, marking the first use of whole genome sequencing as evidence in the state.

Nassau County Police fatally shot a man wielding a BB gun on Long Island after being called to his residence for being intoxicated and out of control.

A 27-year-old man was rescued in critical condition off Long Beach after struggling in the water; no lifeguards were on duty due to the post-Labor Day season.

New York enforces a statewide ban on cellphone use in schools, with the intention to increase student focus and reduce distractions. The policy is met with varied reactions from students, educators, and parents.