New York City will introduce the "465" area code in 2026 to accommodate increased phone number demand in several boroughs. Existing numbers won't change.

NY Governor Kathy Hochul initiates an audit of utility company management salaries to address high energy costs and ensure fair rates for New Yorkers.

A court issued a preliminary injunction against President Trump's executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship, a victory for Attorney General James and her coalition.

Mayor Eric Adams' administration in NYC achieved record production of affordable housing units for two consecutive years, focusing on marginalized groups, seniors, and the formerly homeless.

Real estate executive Kevin Feng Gao was charged with bank fraud for misappropriating $30 million from an investment in Manhattan property development.

The New York State Department of Health reported the first case of the mpox clade Ib strain, stressing public health vigilance and the availability of the JYNNEOS vaccine. No local transmission has been identified.

Annie Shi is opening a new wine bar in Chinatown focusing on Chinese cuisine, drawing from her Shanghai and Dalian roots, following her success at West Village's King and Jupiter.

Celebrity chef Marc Forgione closes Trattoria One Fifth in NYC after less than a year, with intentions to focus on other projects. He also relocated his flagship restaurant to a historic site in Tribeca.

The New York Jets are officially moving on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers after a disappointing season marred by injuries and a 5-12 record. The separation will impact their salary cap significantly.

Officials warn of a scam involving fake texts about unpaid tolls related to NYC's congestion pricing, exploiting E-ZPass users by requesting personal info and directing them to pay through non-official links.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams will meet ex-border czar Tom Homan at ICE HQ, CBS reports. They'll discuss immigration law conflicts, including a DOJ lawsuit over NY's Green Light Law.

A man was arrested in NYC after his roommate's remains were found in a suitcase in the East River. The victim was identified as 65-year-old Edwin Echevarria. The suspect, Christian Millet, has been charged with murder.

A woman gave birth to a baby girl on the W train in Manhattan, with passengers assisting in the delivery and cutting the umbilical cord. Both mother and child were taken to the hospital in good condition.