Jonathan Haidt's book and public push have helped move age-based social media limits from debate into law and school policy. The science is contested and young people want a voice.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced an additional $150 million in aid for New York State municipalities, increasing Temporary Municipal Assistance and offering up to $10 million for certain cities.

Manhattan D.A. announced the indictment of Germaine Parham for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in Stuyvesant Town. He faces multiple charges, including predatory sexual assault and rape.

After years of scaffolding and ownership fights, the Flatiron Building’s upper floors have been converted into private residences, marking the first time the triangular tower will be lived in. The project blends painstaking restoration with luxury interiors and deep financing.

The MTA cut the LIRR one-way ticket window from 60 days to 4 a.m. the next day and swapped round-trip fares for Day Passes — commuters are fuming.

Jeffrey Epstein’s estate agreed to pay up to $35M to resolve remaining victim claims; the deal must be approved by a federal judge in New York.

NYPD Crime Stoppers posted a wanted notice after a Feb. 13 armed robbery near 58th Street and 7th Avenue; investigators are asking for tips and video.

Four alleged repeat subway offenders were arrested in a 24‑hour span — three were released without bail, renewing scrutiny of New York's pretrial rules and transit safety.

An 88-year-old woman was shoved and had her cane stolen outside the Union Square Target; she was taken to Lenox Hill Hospital and police are investigating.

The City Council and CUNY launched a free online legal service that connects New Yorkers to immigration lawyers for document renewals, DACA, TPS and family petitions.

Domo Hospitality Group will open Konya by Konban at 235 Kent Ave in Williamsburg, taking a 1,850‑square‑foot storefront with a patio under a 10‑year lease.

NYPD released surveillance images of two men wanted in a string of 7‑Eleven robberies across Queens and Manhattan; tips to Crime Stoppers are requested.

A 68-year-old East Village employee was struck with a gallon of water during a Monday dispute; NYPD Crime Stoppers is offering up to $3,500 for information.