Nurses' strike in NYC persists as talks resume with major hospitals, focusing on demands for better staffing, pay, and safety. Outcomes are uncertain despite efforts to maintain patient care.

The Poke Court, a Manhattan Pokemon card store, was robbed by three armed individuals during a community event, stealing over $100K in merchandise. No physical injuries occurred. Store owner contemplates increased security after the incident.

A woman has been searching for her cat Tazzie Lee at JFK Airport nearly a month after it escaped, with high hopes of finding her pet before an upcoming house move.

Saks Fifth Avenue and its parent company, Saks Global, have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amidst financial struggles and owing billions to suppliers, with no immediate fire sales expected at their stores.

Verizon resolved a nationwide service disruption and apologized, stating affected customers would receive credits. New York City advised using alternatives for emergency calls.

Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg proposes a ban on 3D-printed guns in New York and the US, with regulations to prevent firearm printing on 3D printers, also targeting the distribution of digital firearm blueprints.

NYPD seeks help to identify a suspect in a series of thefts targeting the disabled in Manhattan, with incidents on December 31, 2025, and January 1 and 9, 2026.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $60 million pilot program to expand child care access in Dutchess, Monroe, and Broome counties, New York, aiming to create 1,000 new spots for young children.

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the conviction of James Bessell, Sr. for a $1 million Medicaid fraud scheme through his transportation company.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani signs Executive Order 11 to reduce the regulatory burden on NYC small businesses, with an inventory and cutback on fines and fees.

Manhattan DA Alvin L. Bragg, Jr. indicts James Rizzo for two unprovoked attacks on women, announcing charges including Assault and Sexual Abuse. Rizzo has prior convictions and faces further charges related to burglaries and assaults.

Mitchaux Booker was sentenced to 18 years in prison for the manslaughter of his cousin Jallen McConnie, concluding the case with other family members already convicted.

A Rikers Island officer, an inmate, and the inmate's wife are charged with smuggling contraband into the jail, including tools, drugs, and engaging in wage theft.