FDNY tackles a brush fire in Inwood Hill Park and forms a Brush Fire Task Force amid a surge in such incidents and drought conditions in New York City.

AG Letitia James and 32 state attorneys general support the Kids Online Safety Act to protect minors online, enabling opt-outs from algorithmic recommendations.

A Vietnamese national has been charged in the U.S. with money laundering involving $67 million and identity theft, facing up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

NYC residents prepare for rain and strong winds; National Weather Service forecasts show a sunny day turning into cloudy evening with rain expected Wednesday night. No current hazard warnings but gales possible later in the week.

Frank Butselaar, a tax advisor, pleaded guilty to aiding in the preparation of a fraudulent tax return, involving celebrity clients and offshore income concealment.

Gov. Hochul signed a law in NY allowing dental assistants and nurses to apply fluoride treatments to children, improving access to preventive dental care.

Maurizio Cattelan's "Comedian," a banana duct-taped to a wall, is expected to sell for up to $1.5 million at Sotheby's, reflecting its status as a provocative piece in the art market.

Muhammad Asif Hafeez pleaded guilty in Manhattan federal court to conspiring to import illegal drugs into the U.S., following extradition from the U.K.

Bill Ackman is selling two luxury apartments in the Beresford building for $19.9 million, potentially at a loss from their $22.1 million purchase price.

A report reveals widespread antisemitism on U.S. college campuses, with many Jewish students feeling unsafe and universities often failing to address the issue effectively.

A box truck hit scaffolding in Manhattan, injuring three people, one critically. The incident is under investigation, with no arrests made as the driver cooperated with authorities.

New York City sees mixed economic signals; Crain's reports a 15% revenue increase among large private companies, while tourism recovery is strong but uneven, awaiting international and business travel's full return.

DA Alvin Bragg faces no clear challenger for re-election amidst controversy, while Trump seeks to overturn a Manhattan conviction following his re-election.