Joel David Forney was convicted for sex trafficking and coercing a minor into prostitution in East New York, with a possible sentence of 15 years to life.

A federal inmate at FCI Otisville was convicted of first-degree murder for killing another prisoner using a lock tied to a belt. He faces a mandatory life sentence.

Rain is expected across New York City boroughs with a 20% chance post-2pm, alongside temperatures in the low 80s. A Hazardous Weather Outlook warns of strong surf and rip currents from Hurricane Erin.

Bojangles is expanding to New York City after a long hiatus, with plans to open 85 locations across New York and New Jersey, starting with Brooklyn this winter.

A Bronx man was reunited with his stolen dog Roc after four days apart. The dog was taken while the owner slept on the D train. The NYPD is seeking the suspect.

"Mamma Mia!" returns to Broadway at the Winter Garden Theater with enthusiasm and a cast debut of 25 performers, including Christine Sherrill and Amy Weaver.

A fire erupted at an Upper East Side apartment building in Manhattan, injuring three firefighters and a superintendent, with the cause currently under investigation.

An evacuation occurred at 26 Federal Plaza, NYC, due to white powder in letters, later identified as non-dangerous boric acid. The incident is under investigation.

The fourth death from a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Central Harlem has been reported, with cases reaching 99. Legionella bacteria were found in several government building cooling towers, including Harlem Hospital which treated many patients.

The Red Hook public pool in NYC is set to reopen after being closed due to a broken water line since late June. Repairs were delayed by the need for specially fabricated parts for the 1930s pool.

The MTA has installed benches at Grand Central Madison designed to prevent lying down, a move that has sparked debate over "hostile architecture" and the need for more seating.

NYPD seeks public help to identify suspects in a daylight armed robbery in the Bronx and urges tips to assist the investigation.

New York Governor Hochul announces a $10 million investment in the state's parks and recreation through the MPR Grant Program for various local projects.