Attorney John Arthur Hanratty was convicted of fraud and money laundering, defrauding a bank and investors of over $20 million through his tax lien investment firm.

A man released bear spray on a Union Square subway train, affecting eight people, with four hospitalized. Authorities seek a suspect as the NYPD investigates the incident.

A gas leak in Washington Heights, NYC, caused the evacuation of residents from three buildings. The FDNY and Con Edison are investigating the cause, suspected to be construction work. No injuries were reported.

Eleven more NYC library branches will open on Sundays starting September 7, 2025, thanks to a $2 million investment following a $15 million increase in operational support.

A fire under a PATH train in Jersey City caused evacuations, treatment for smoke inhalation for 13 people, and service disruptions during the Monday morning commute.

Collective Retreats Governors Island in NYC opens for its 2025 season, offering serene glamping near Manhattan with various accommodation options and activities.

An NY assemblymember seeks the release of Yeonsoo Go, a South Korean national detained by ICE despite claims of a valid visa. Community support surges as her education at Purdue University is jeopardized.

NYC is experiencing warm, hazy weather with highs up to 91 degrees in Manhattan and slightly cooler in other boroughs. Sunny conditions expected to continue with no hazardous weather warnings issued by NWS.

Yeonsoo Go, a student and daughter of a priest, was detained by ICE after a visa hearing, leading to community protests and debates on the morality of immigration detentions.

A small earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 struck near Hasbrouck Heights in New Jersey, causing tremors in NYC and northern NJ with no reported damage.

New York City enjoys clear summer weather with daytime highs in the mid-80s to low 90s and comfortable nighttime lows, as per the National Weather Service forecasts.

Manhattan man pleads guilty to cocaine distribution, facing a potential life sentence. DEA and local law enforcement collaboration led to his arrest with 22 kilos of cocaine.

New York Attorney General Letitia James leads a 16-state coalition in suing the Trump administration over efforts to restrict transgender youth from accessing gender-affirming health care.