Two Eastern European organized crime leaders are convicted for a murder-for-hire plot targeting journalist Masih Alinejad, on orders from the Iranian Government.

Six individuals have been indicted for attempting to steal $80 million through an extensive check fraud scheme targeting COVID-19 relief funds and other government programs.

Gale warnings are in effect for New York coastal areas due to high winds. Manhattan and neighboring boroughs will experience gusty conditions, with winds calming tonight and milder weather expected next week.

A Federal Air Marshal, Dior Jay-Jarrett, is charged with wire fraud for abusing his military privilege to get free or discounted flights after retiring from active duty.

A man is sought for robbing a Harlem funeral director after feigning interest in planning a funeral, and later assaulting the director and stealing his belongings.

Columbia University is considering a deal with the Trump administration to restore $400 million in funding, which may involve concessions such as banning masks and cracking down on protests.

Andre Butts received an eight-year sentence for drugging and robbing LGBTQ club-goers in Manhattan, after pleading guilty to robbery and conspiracy charges.

The Barracuda Lounge in Chelsea, an iconic LGBTQ+ bar known for its drag performances and nightlife, is closing due to damage from nearby construction.

New York's highest court ruled that a local law allowing noncitizen voting in New York City is unconstitutional, blocking the enfranchisement of over 800,000 noncitizens.

New York City is set to experience a week of varied weather, including cloudy conditions, patchy drizzle, fog, and chances of showers across its boroughs, with slight improvements over the weekend.

Masih Alinejad, an Iranian dissident, testified in a Manhattan trial about her activism and a murder plot against her, allegedly orchestrated by Iran.

A Schenectady man, Omar Wynn, 32, received a 5-year prison sentence for distributing fentanyl and cocaine. He must also serve 4 years of supervised release and forfeit $3,000.

Cary Brown and Marcos Vega-Pagan were sentenced for a hit-and-run that killed Joel Quintana, a father of six, on the Henry Hudson Parkway. Both men received prison sentences after pleading guilty.