Vandalism occurred near Ivana Trump's NYC townhouse with messages including threats and cryptic phrases; no arrests or hate crime investigations have been reported.

A state audit found New York spent $453 million on unused pandemic equipment under Cuomo's administration; the comptroller's report highlights mismanagement and lack of transparency.

A U.S. judge has ruled that Columbia graduate and activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported due to his views conflicting with U.S. foreign policy interests, sparking debate on free speech.

New York's Dominican community mourns the Santo Domingo nightclub roof collapse victims, with NYC Mayor Eric Adams planning a visit to the Dominican Republic.

A judge has allowed the "Central Park Five's" defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump to proceed, relating to his comments on their wrongful conviction case.

NYC's new mandatory composting policy is facing opposition from City Council members who seek to eliminate fines and make participation voluntary due to perceived failures and burdens.

ICE detained Mahmoud Khalil without charge, sparking debate over free speech and immigration law related to anti-Semitism. His legal team contests the use of an obscure law to justify his deportation.

New York AG Letitia James leads a multi-state lawsuit against the Trump administration for blocking access to federal education funds meant to assist with COVID-19 impacts.

New York Attorney General Letitia James urges Congress to regulate the chaotic cryptocurrency market to protect investors from fraud and instill national security.

The NYPD's Quality of Life Division aims to address daily non-emergency issues in NYC, like noise and illegal parking, to improve community relations and well-being.

Citizens Union proposes a new process in the NYC Charter to remove a mayor for misconduct, requiring City Council votes and voter approval, following critiques of current accountability mechanisms.

An audit by NYC Comptroller Brad Lander shows over 80% of schools with asbestos missed required inspections, exposing students and staff to health risks.

NYC Council is set to pass bills increasing oversight of NYPD's use of surveillance technology, following concerns about transparency in deploying tools like facial recognition and drones.