An Albany man, Tymell Cooks, pleaded guilty to drug distribution and firearm offenses, facing a minimum of 10 years to life sentence for fentanyl and cocaine distribution and firearms possession.

Mayor Eric Adams and Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos opened the school year in NYC, inaugurating the first HBCU Early College Prep High School in Queens and discussing education initiatives.

Six individuals part of the "Elsmere Crew" in the Bronx face federal charges for a 2020 violent spree, including two murders and one non-fatal shooting.

Faisil McCants charged with Hobbs Act robbery and firing a machine gun, killing a 69-year-old woman in East Harlem.

The National Weather Service predicts a sunny then stormy weekend in New York, with heavy rain chances and potential thunderstorms, alongside warnings for high rip currents.

A fire at a Hell's Kitchen Citi Bike dock was reported early Thursday; authorities are seeking a man seen starting the blaze that damaged 17 bikes. No injuries occurred, and the FDNY quickly extinguished the fire.

Allegations have emerged of attempts to manipulate the NYC mayoral race, involving former Governor Cuomo and the Trump administration. Candidates have responded, denying or condemning the rumored political maneuvering. The truth remains unclear.

The Koch family is buying a 10% stake in the New York Giants for $10 billion, pending NFL approval. This values the team at $10.25 billion, the third-highest in the NFL.

A chemical spill at Hastings High School resulted in evacuation and hospital evaluation for a teacher and students; exact chemical undisclosed, Hazmat responded.

A severe house fire occurred on Taylor Street in West Brighton, Staten Island, with over 100 FDNY and EMS responders and no reported injuries. The cause is under investigation.

Twelve reputed Floss Money Ballers gang members in Queens face charges, including attempted murder, after a year-long probe into shootings and the death of Akim Cisse.

An 18-year-old was arrested in the hospital following a deadly drive-by shooting in the Bronx, which involved a car crash and left one dead. Five suspects face multiple charges, and NYC is addressing the rise in young shooters and gang activity.

A 72-year-old woman died in a fire on the 19th floor of an East Harlem building. Firefighters, hindered by non-operational elevators, took an hour to control the blaze.