NYCHA's redevelopment in Chelsea faces pushback from senior residents and legal challenges, with Attorney General James urging a pause to ensure tenant understanding and representation.

Jury deliberation in Linda Sun's trial remains deadlocked despite the judge's request to continue, as she and her husband face charges of acting as Chinese agents and committing PPE fraud.

New Year's Eve security is tightened in Times Square due to threats, while other cities cancel festivities for safety reasons. The NYPD prepares extensively despite the trend towards private celebrations.

Holiday travel surge sees major hubs busy; AAA forecasts 120 million travelers. Advises best car travel times, notes potential congestion and high flight costs. Air travelers advised to unwrap gifts for TSA, and potential snow could cause delays.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is planning a block party for his inauguration in Downtown Manhattan, which will be held on the steps of City Hall on January 1st.

NYC's OnPoint NYC has reported nearly 2000 overdose interventions at their centers, with a potential saving of $55 million, but expansion plans are uncertain amid debate over their long-term efficacy.

Chilly, sunny start in New York City today, with snow likely tonight. Mixed rain and snow tomorrow, with some relief and higher temperatures midweek. Cloudy Christmas Day forecasted.

The defense for Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO, claims AG Pam Bondi has a conflict of interest due to past employment ties, potentially affecting the decision to seek the death penalty.

Zhu Hou, 76, was found dead with head and body trauma in her Lower East Side apartment. The community is alarmed, and the NYPD has not made arrests, ruling the case a homicide. Residents are concerned about safety despite building security.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul vetoed a bill requiring two-person train crews on NYC subways, citing safety and fiscal reasons, against union preferences.

NYC's boroughs forecast wintry weather with a high of 44 degrees and brisk winds; snow expected Monday night, with a possible transition to rain on Tuesday. Christmas may see rain with no hazardous conditions predicted through Saturday.

Operation Relentless Justice led by the DOJ resulted in 293 arrests for child sexual abuse and 205 child victims rescued, involving a nationwide collaboration of law enforcement agencies.

New York City set a record by awarding $6.9 billion in contracts to minority- and women-owned businesses, aiming to surpass the OneNYC goal of $25 billion by FY 2026.