Billy Joel cancels concerts until 2026 due to a brain condition, normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), affecting his hearing, vision, and balance. Ticket refunds will be automatic.

The DOJ is investigating whether Andrew Cuomo lied to Congress about COVID-19 in nursing homes. Legal experts are divided on the case, and the timing raises questions of political influence.

New York State announces an $81.5 million arts grant program to support cultural organizations and individual artists as an investment in local communities and the state's creative economy.

The National Weather Service forecasts mixed weather for New York boroughs, including showers and high rip current risk along the southeast coast, with sunny spells expected by Memorial Day.

Dominique Ansel's new bakery Papa d'Amour merges French and Asian pastries, highlighting his cultural background without offering his famous Cronut to maintain creativity.

Two individuals face additional charges in a cryptocurrency recovery scam involving their business, Coin Dispute Network, as announced by Manhattan DA Bragg.

Mayor Adams and Governor Hochul announced plans to convert office space at 5 Times Square into up to 1,250 residential units, including affordable homes, leveraging recent legislative changes and tax incentives.

An Upper West Side doorman pled guilty to embezzling over $477,000 from a retired teacher and her husband, facing 1-3 years in prison and restitution.

Concerts by Kehlani and Noname in Central Park were canceled over security concerns, sparking debates over censorship and free speech among city officials.

Kid Cudi testified against Sean "Diddy" Combs in a sex trafficking trial, detailing his past relationship with Combs' ex, Cassie Ventura, and subsequent troubling events, including a car fire. Combs has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

AG Letitia James and 38 other attorneys general urge Congress to address the funding shortfall of the World Trade Center Health Program to continue supporting 9/11 responders and survivors.

Attorney General Letitia James is advocating for the enactment of the FAIR Business Practices Act to update consumer protection laws in New York and address predatory lending, data breaches, and unfair business practices.

Manhattan criminals sentenced for a robbery and drugging scheme that resulted in two deaths and theft from nightclub-goers using drugs laced with fentanyl.