Brown pelicans and a rare common cuckoo are spotted in New York, exciting bird-watchers and raising ecological concerns about climate change and migration patterns.

NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani faces tensions with outgoing administration and skepticism over his "Defund the Police" stance and housing policies, with particular controversy surrounding the Elizabeth Street Garden.

The NWS predicts a week of changing weather in NYC, with showers, windy conditions, and temperatures in the mid-40s to upper 50s, along with potential weekend rain.

NYU Langone Health researchers have made advancements in pig kidney transplants, potentially benefiting thousands awaiting transplants, with NYU teams led by Drs. Griesemer and Montgomery working on overcoming organ rejection.

Governor Hochul celebrated the opening of the new $160 million Studio Museum in Harlem, designed to mirror the neighborhood's character and foster arts and culture.

The NY Attorney General's Office is probing an incident where NYPD fatally shot a man who fired at them; the man had previously aimed a gun at others.

Alberto Jordan was sentenced to 2-4 years in prison for assaulting a subway security worker after being convicted of several charges, including attempted and third-degree assault.

Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul announce plans to extend the master lease for Roosevelt Island and begin a collaborative redevelopment process, including new housing, infrastructure enhancements, and revitalization of the Steam Plant site.

New York law enforcement has dismantled a Bronx-based car theft ring accused of stealing over 100 vehicles and selling them on the East Coast. Charges have been filed against eight men involved in the operation.

Thomas Doyle was charged with wire fraud for stealing a Courbet painting and selling it, with U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton highlighting the betrayal of trust in the art world.

The National Weather Service predicts varying weather for NYC boroughs, with chances of showers and thunderstorms, and a Gale Watch for coastal waters.

PATH train service will expand by 2026 with daily operations on all lines, but face annual fare hikes starting next summer to fund the improvements. Weekend and rush-hour frequencies will increase, enhancing capacity and reducing wait times.

NYC Councilmember Holden is pushing to ban horse-drawn carriages, citing animal welfare and safety, while facing opposition from workers and legal challenges from TWU against animal rights group NYCLASS.