Alina Habba, Trump's personal attorney, is appointed as the interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, a move confirmed by the White House. She replaces John Giordano and aims to tackle local corruption.

Andrew Cuomo received a mixed response in the NYC mayoral race, with a warm welcome at a Democrat forum and opposition at a memorial event for nursing home COVID-19 victims. Critics focused on his past policies, while Cuomo discussed national issues.

NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani halts fundraising, claiming to hit cap, but projections are pending Campaign Finance Board verification. Despite a pledge, he faces criticism for real estate sector donations.

Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil, arrested for pro-Palestinian activism, is facing deportation by the Trump administration, sparking protests and raising free speech concerns. His case is symptomatic of broader civil liberties issues.

Governor Hochul announced that New York issued 55,661 tickets during St. Patrick’s Day for traffic violations, including 1,224 for impaired driving. Increased patrols and checkpoints were part of the safety initiative.

A court ruled that Red Rose Rescue violated clinic access laws, blocking reproductive health services, which the NY Attorney General Letitia James hailed as a win for legal and reproductive rights.

New York taxpayers have paid $60 million for legal fees stemming from former Governor Cuomo's controversies, and Cuomo is suing to have additional legal costs covered by the state.

Mayor Eric Adams appointed Randy Mastro as NYC’s first deputy mayor, praised for his legal expertise and government service, aiming to improve the city’s quality of life.

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.

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.

The Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan in Brooklyn, approved by Mayor Eric Adams and the City Planning Commission, aims to create 4,600 homes and 2,800 jobs, with a focus on affordable housing and infrastructure.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces a fundraising challenge with competitors outpacing him, as he gathers a fraction of the previous amounts amid corruption charges and lost endorsements.

Gov. Hochul's "bell-to-bell" mobile phone ban in NY schools is facing pushback from the state Senate, which proposes a less strict limitation during instructional time, prompting discussions about flexibility and local decision-making.