Mayor Mamdani appoints Afua Atta-Mensah as NYC's Chief Equity Officer to advance racial equity, with the task to create a Preliminary Citywide Racial Equity Plan.

A federal judge ruled to resume construction of New York's Empire Wind project, previously halted by a Trump administration order over national security concerns.

Eric Adams, former NYC mayor, was recorded arguing with a woman at a Dallas airport, which led to speculation about his motives behind a failed cryptocurrency launch.

A federal appeals court reversed a lower court's release of pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil; the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court ruled the lower court lacked jurisdiction at this stage.

Nurses' strike in NYC persists as talks resume with major hospitals, focusing on demands for better staffing, pay, and safety. Outcomes are uncertain despite efforts to maintain patient care.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani signs Executive Order 11 to reduce the regulatory burden on NYC small businesses, with an inventory and cutback on fines and fees.

NY Governor Hochul and other officials criticized ICE's arrest of NYC Council analyst Bohorquez, whose legal work status is disputed, highlighting concerns over excessive immigration enforcement.

Governor Kathy Hochul's State of the State address focused on strategic moderation, targeting everyday concerns and aligning with progressives without fully endorsing their agenda, setting up her potential 2026 re-election campaign.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani nominates Midori Valdivia to lead the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission, highlighting her experience in transport and advocacy for worker rights.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji move into Gracie Mansion, planning to stay connected to citizens and add bidets as a modern upgrade.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an order to end solitary confinement on Rikers Island, mandating a plan for compliance with local laws. The move signals a potential shift towards substantive jail reforms.

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.