Former employees of Bright Horizons Day Care in Manhattan face charges for allegedly abusing toddlers, with DA Alvin Bragg announcing indictments that include Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Assault, and Strangulation.

Rayvon Phillip was sentenced to 21 years in prison for the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Akim Cisse outside a Springfield Gardens fast-food restaurant.

Wilfred Cruz is indicted for shooting at an ex's partner's store and possessing numerous weapons, including guns and machetes; the Manhattan DA's Office reports. Charges include weapon possession and criminal mischief.

Sherry Xue Li pleaded guilty to leading a $30M investment fraud scheme and illegally selling access to U.S. politicians to foreigners. She must forfeit $31.5M and faces up to 20 years in prison.

Isaiah Gurley faces charges for killing and burning a dog in South Ozone Park, as announced by the Queens DA. He was arrested after a tip and could face up to two years in prison if convicted.

A Flood Watch is in effect for New York City due to heavy rains and potential thunderstorms, with up to two inches of rainfall expected across all boroughs.

Four New York area hospitals are recognized in the U.S. News & World Report national rankings, highlighting their excellence in various medical specialties.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced a plan involving a public-private partnership to revamp the 14th Street corridor with a focus on public spaces and pedestrian experiences, supported by a $3 million budget.

A 65-year-old e-bike rider was critically injured in Manhattan after a hit-and-run by a driver who was later arrested.

Titan Foods' grand opening in Astoria is delayed due to a technical issue, with a new date set for August 1st. The Greek market looks forward to a fresh start at a new location.

The MTA plans to increase transit fares and bridge/tunnel tolls, eliminate MetroCards for OMNY, with a maximum $36 spend on subway/bus fares per week. Public hearings will precede a fall vote on changes.

A federal audit is reviewing the FAA's decision to move air traffic controllers from New York to Philadelphia after reports of major operational issues in Newark's airspace.

New York cannabis dispensaries are in a bind over a state error measuring their distances from schools, potentially leading to closures or relocations.