New York maintains high vaccination rates due to strict school immunization policies as students return to school, with city health services emphasizing regular checkups and flu vaccinations.

Central Park's "Furever Tree," a pet memorial, was removed due to damage from environmental stress and decorations, with new memorial options considered.

The 11th death at Rikers Island this year involves Jimmy Avila, who died shortly after arrest for murder. His death is under investigation. The Legal Aid Society criticized the DOC's handling of notification.

The NYPD seeks public help to find a suspect involved in a series of Bronx robberies, asking for tips on an individual depicted in surveillance photos.

New York's Labor Day weather will be mostly sunny with highs around 76-79°F, ideal for outdoor events, and the week continues with similar conditions, barring possible showers.

Vandals targeted the residence of NYT executive editor Joseph Kahn with red paint and anti-Israel messages; no arrests have been made. The Times condemned the attack, stressing the difference between criticism and vandalism.

The MTA's full implementation of the Queens Bus Network Redesign impacts over 800,000 daily riders with improved service, more routes, and faster speeds.

Late Friday night, a fire broke out at S&A Pizzeria in Coney Island, injuring two firefighters. The blaze began around 11 p.m. on Mermaid Avenue. Officials confirmed that the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

The West Indian American Day Carnival and Parade celebrated its 58th anniversary in Brooklyn, featuring Caribbean music, a Junior Parade, and the Panorama steelpan festival.

ICE arrests in NYC area surged by 56% over the previous year, with a focus extending beyond those with criminal history, facing criticism for targeting a wider scope of immigrants.

Bradley Vincent from Chazy, NY, is indicted for child sexual exploitation and distributing child pornography involving a 15-year-old. He faces up to 50 years in prison if convicted.

A St. Lawrence County couple admitted guilt in the assault of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Fort Covington, according to federal authorities.

NYC’s weekly forecast brings sunny skies, cooler nights, and a brief chance of showers before clear and pleasant weekend conditions return.