New York Attorney General Letitia James offers guidance to protect New Yorkers from charity scams following Texas floods, urging careful consideration before donating to relief efforts.

Luchese crime family captain Anthony Villani received a 21-month prison sentence for racketeering, money laundering, and illegal gambling, with a $4 million forfeiture. His operation, Rhino Sports, made at least $35 million illicitly.

NYC faces a wet end to the week, with showers and thunderstorms expected across all boroughs and high temps in the low 80s. Precipitation chances peak at 60% during the day, decreasing at night. No severe weather is forecasted.

NY Attorney General Letitia James released security camera footage from the John Bonds death investigation, promoting transparency in the case involving an off-duty officer.

NYC reports the lowest opioid overdose deaths in Q3 of 2024 since 2020, with initiatives to improve access to treatments and use of $4 million in yearly funds towards these efforts.

A 90-year-old man, Zhuo Xie, was killed by a moped in Brooklyn while crossing the street; the moped rider fled the scene, and the police are investigating the hit-and-run.

A Harlem middle school librarian was indicted for sexual abuse involving three students, spanning September 2022 to December 2024. Charges include Sexual Abuse and Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

Saniyah Cheatham died in NYPD custody, with initial police statements suggesting suicide but her family disputes this, demanding transparency and answers.

The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is celebrating 100 years of bonsai with an exhibit, featuring over 400 specimens and honoring its first bonsai curator, Frank Okamura.

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch chose not to dismiss an officer involved in the 2019 fatal shooting of Allan Feliz, despite recommendations for termination.

John Summit's Experts Only Festival is set to debut on Randall’s Island, NYC, this September, potentially becoming NYC's largest dance music festival with an expected 50,000 attendees.

The UFT endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, citing the need to protect education. Trump threatened a takeover if Mamdani wins. Mamdani focuses on affordable living and has significant support.

A young man was killed and two others injured in a violent incident in the Bronx; authorities have detained two people and the investigation continues.