The NYC Council approved the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan, the largest rezoning in 20 years, to create 12,000 homes with 4,200 affordable units and bring 7,000 jobs and $413 million in community improvements.

A 16-year-old has been indicted for the murder of a 13-year-old outside a Queens Dunkin' Donuts following an argument, with potential life imprisonment.

A former NYC Department of Correction employee was indicted for not reporting over $135,000 received from inmates' associates and faces tax fraud charges.

The National Weather Service predicts varied weather for New York, with initial sunny skies turning to rain from Saturday night into Columbus Day, and potential strong winds in Queens and coastal areas.

Federal prosecutors deny that DOJ social media activity affects Luigi Mangione's fair trial rights regarding his charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO.

A family claims to have found a blade in their hot dog at Nathan's in Coney Island, which they shared in a viral TikTok video. The incident is under investigation by NYC Health Department.

An 11-year-old boy was found shot dead in Newburgh, New York, triggering a school lockdown. Police are investigating the incident with no further details released.

A fire in Downtown Hicksville damaged businesses and a church. It started in a basement, was not caused by a gas leak, and resulted in no civilian casualties but one minor firefighter injury. The cause is under investigation.

Twelve people were injured in a Bronx apartment fire, with local heroes rescuing some trapped residents before firefighters arrived. The cause is under investigation.

NYPD Chief John Chell retired, and Chief Michael LiPetri was appointed as interim Chief of Department. LiPetri will continue his previous role while taking on new duties.

New York Comic Con 2025 has kicked off at the Javits Center with a mix of cosplayers, stars, panels, and city-wide events, including an immersive One Piece exhibit. Tickets for Friday to Sunday sold out quickly.

A New York appellate court temporarily blocked Nassau County's law banning transgender girls from county-sponsored sports, amid ongoing legal battles.

NYPD seeks a suspect for a stabbing that occurred on Broadway in Brooklyn, where a man was stabbed in the throat during an altercation. The public is asked to provide tips.