Venus, Saturn, and the crescent moon will align to form a 'smiley face' in the sky on April 25, visible shortly before sunrise if conditions are clear.

NYC Mayor Adams and NYCEM Commissioner Iscol introduced a simplified signup to Notify NYC alerts via text, adding zip code-specific information for residents.

House Republicans are urging to prosecute ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo for allegedly lying to Congress about COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes. He denies wrongdoing, but evidence suggests involvement; his political standing remains robust.

Harvey Weinstein's retrial has begun in Manhattan, where he pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges. The case revisits the #MeToo movement as Weinstein faces allegations from three women.

NYC's Department of Transportation created "microhubs" on the Upper West Side to streamline deliveries and reduce vehicle pollution, with plans for more hubs citywide to manage a forecasted surge in goods movement.

A 61-year-old woman was fatally shot in the head as a bystander during a Harlem street dispute, and a 23-year-old man was also shot in the foot and taken into custody.

Mayor Eric Adams criticized Senator Chris Van Hollen for a meeting with a mistakenly deported Maryland resident, echoing Trump-era rhetoric and emphasizing his tough immigration stance amid local and federal collaborations.

NY Governor Hochul has revised her "masked harassment" crime proposal to only increase penalties if a crime is committed while masked, amid concerns over potential misuse against protesters.

Governor Hochul announces a $60 million investment in Green Resiliency Grants to support New York's flood-risk communities, funded by the Environmental Bond Act.

Manhattan talent agency KMR and its president face a 40-count indictment for allegedly stealing $1.8 million from actors and not depositing $26,000 into employee 401(k)s.

I'm donut?, a Japanese doughnut shop, opened in Times Square, offering both sweet and savory flavors, with minimalist Japanese-inspired decor and vegan options.

The Radio City Rockettes are auditioning dancers for their 100th anniversary, drawing hopefuls nationwide to join the historic kickline, while maintaining its legacy of precision dance.

Dr. Noor Abdalla gave birth without her husband, Mahmoud Khalil, who remains in ICE detention in Louisiana amid pending deportation proceedings linked to his activism and alleged omissions on his green card application.