A NYC Council employee with legal U.S. residency until 2026 was detained by immigration officials, inciting criticism from city officials and calls for his release.

Mayor Mamdani appointed Rafael Espinal as New York City's new Commissioner of Media and Entertainment to support the creative community amid rising living costs.

Kamar Samuels, the new NYC Schools Chancellor, outlined his vision for improving the city's schools, focusing on integration, parental involvement, student skills in literacy and numeracy, and examining under-enrolled schools for potential mergers.

NYC Mayor Mamdani announces $4M initiative to increase public restrooms, with plans for the first facility to be built at 12th Ave and St. Clair Place.

New Yorkers protest against ICE after the fatal shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis, demanding justice and the abolition of ICE, amidst debates over the agency’s use of force.

Mayor Mamdani's public safety strategies are in question after two men with mental health issues were fatally shot by the NYPD, spurring discussions on mental health crisis response.

Mayor Mamdani stayed silent as NYPD Commissioner Tisch defended the gang database, despite its controversy and a federal lawsuit criticizing its racial bias. Tisch and Mamdani maintain communication on NYPD supervision and strategies.

A federal judge issues a temporary order to end the Trump administration's freeze on $10 billion in funding for childcare and anti-poverty programs in five states.

New York Attorney General Letitia James filed lawsuits against the Trump administration's suspension of two New York offshore wind projects, claiming the action was illegal and unsubstantiated.

A criminal investigation is examining NY Attorney General Letitia James' financial ties with her hairdresser, amidst claims of political motivations and rulings on prosecutor appointments.

Actor Michael Rapaport has announced a bid for NYC mayor in 2029, criticising current Mayor Zohran Mamdani and proposing to make the city affordable without freebies.

Democratic Socialists including Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorse Claire Valdez for a New York congressional seat, indicating the movement's growing influence in local politics.

The Egg Performing Arts Center in Albany, NY has undergone a $19.5 million renovation including improved lighting, accessibility, and aesthetics, as announced by Governor Hochul.