Jonathan Ruiz pleaded guilty to sex and labor trafficking charges, his accomplice Alvarez also pleaded guilty; coercion across six states is reported.

Gilead Sciences settles for $202 million over allegations of kickback schemes involving HIV medication prescriptions through illegitimate speaker programs.

A new wine bar, Consigliere, is set to open in Newark, representing part of a revitalization effort funded by the Newark Retail Reactivation Initiative.

Multi-vehicle crashes on NJ Turnpike cause injuries, traffic delays, and hospitalizations; a Ford SUV hit a guardrail and was rear-ended, leading to a fire.

New York City's allergy season arrives early and is expected to last longer due to climate change, with peak tree and grass pollen causing extended discomfort for sufferers.

A Harlem grandmother, Excencia Mette, was fatally shot by a stray bullet during a shootout. Suspect Ricky Shelby turned himself in, facing murder charges. The incident highlights gun violence's tragic impact on communities.

The Manhattan parking garage collapse in April 2023 was due to unauthorized demolition work and structural neglect, resulting in one death and seven injuries.

NYPD seeks info on a robbery at 1550 Madison Avenue, where a suspect stole $300 using a knife. The investigation is ongoing, with a reward offered for tips.

Devin Ravine was arrested in California for the sexual exploitation of a child and faces 15 to 30 years in prison if convicted.

An ex-NYC acting teacher, Samuel Gonzalez, was charged with distributing and possessing child pornography, including images of infants. He faces a minimum of five years in prison.

New York City expects stable weather with sunny skies, highs in the 70s and 80s, and a low chance of showers in the evenings across different boroughs.

The MTA expands automated enforcement to M2 and M4 bus routes in Manhattan, issuing fines to drivers blocking lanes, aiming to improve bus speeds and reduce collisions.

NY Attorney General Letitia James co-leads a coalition opposing the Trump administration's move to end TPS for Haitian immigrants, emphasizing their contribution to local communities and economy.