New York hospitals are preparing for financial strain in 2025 due to expected federal funding cuts, impacting Medicare, Medicaid, and other crucial programs.

New York City's luxury real estate market saw its second-most successful year with 278 contracts for properties over $10M and a record $11B in $4M+ contracts.

Lt. Quathisha Epps seeks reinstatement and retirement benefits after being suspended due to an overtime scandal and alleges sexual coercion by former NYPD Chief Jeffrey Maddrey. Maddrey denies the claims and is under investigation.

A woman's lawsuit accusing Jay-Z and Diddy of raping her at 13 can proceed anonymously, as Manhattan Judge Torres criticizes inflammatory defense motions.

Central Park's New Year's Eve drone show was cancelled following a drone accident in Florida that left a child severely injured. The organizers were unable to arrange an alternative event in time.

New York faces a surge in respiratory illnesses including RSV, flu, and COVID, prompting mask mandates for healthcare workers and recommendations for public precautions.

New York City is set to experience a rainy end to 2024, with forecasts warning of potential travel disruptions and hazardous weather, including a possibility of freezing rain.

Governor Hochul signed the Climate Change Superfund Act, requiring fossil fuel producers to pay billions into a fund for climate resilience in New York.

Governor Kathy Hochul stops extra surge pricing on Manhattan congestion tolls amid backlash. She ensures no 25% increase on gridlock days, aiming to balance financial relief and traffic reduction.

Good Samaritans lifted a taxi to save a mother and her son after the taxi hit pedestrians in Herald Square due to the driver's medical emergency. No fatalities were reported, and police are not suspecting criminality.

Starting January 1, New York and New Jersey will raise their minimum wages to $16.50 and $15.49 respectively, as part of ongoing efforts to match the cost of living.

NYC's Department of Sanitation encourages residents to responsibly recycle their Christmas trees, advocating for curbside composting and participation in the city's Mulchfest event.

NYC's cruise industry is experiencing growth with a record 1.5 million passengers in 2023, contributing to an economic impact of $509 million and nearly 3,000 jobs.