The US Open offers a free 'Fan Week', new food options, and a record $90 million prize pool. Top seeds and iconic players like Venus Williams are set to play, with NYC venues featuring tennis-themed offerings.

An unlicensed battery repair operation in a Queens home caught fire, prompting an FDNY response to extinguish about 100 lithium-ion batteries. The homeowner was summoned for illegal storage and fire code violations. No injuries were reported.

A suspect was arrested after leaving a harmless but suspicious package in Times Square, causing an evacuation. He faces charges including making terroristic threats.

Community debate intensifies over proposed 'Caesars Palace Times Square' casino amid concerns and hope for economic benefits, with decision due by December.

Hurricane Erin threatens NYC coast with high waves and dangerous rip currents, posing risks for swimmers, while officials warn against ocean activities. Beach safety and rip current recognition are emphasized.

A fifth death linked to the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem has been reported, with cases reaching 108. Affected cooling towers have been cleaned, but inspections had declined.

Rep. Ritchie Torres, previously a harsh critic of Gov. Kathy Hochul, publicly expressed his support for her, signaling a political pivot and urging Democratic unity.

NY Governor Hochul opposes ICE's detention of a 7-year-old Ecuadorian girl and her mother, advocating for their release and reunification in New York.

A Gloversville man, Todd Austin, was sentenced to 78 months for distributing meth, with co-defendants also receiving prison terms. This is part of an effort to combat drug trafficking in Upstate New York.

Governor Hochul announced GE Vernova's $41 million investment in Schenectady, NY, creating 50 tech jobs and updating facilities, with state tax credits supporting the initiative.

NY Attorney General Letitia James leads a lawsuit against the DOJ to maintain VOCA funding without tying it to federal immigration enforcement cooperation.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams expands NYPD's Quality of Life Division to Staten Island, aiming to address issues like illegal mopeds and public drug use, and improve residents' well-being.

Six unauthorized cannabis shops in Queens were closed following Operation Weed Whacker, resulting in four arrests and the seizure of illegal substances.