A coalition, including NY AG Letitia James, won a lawsuit against the DOE, successfully challenging a policy that would cap state energy program funding, which the court ruled unlawful.

The NYC mayoral race intensifies with attacks between Democrat Zohran Mamdani and ex-Gov. Cuomo, focusing on past policies and current accusations. Republican Curtis Sliwa faces bribery claims, while Jim Walden endorses Cuomo.

Eric Adams exits NYC mayoral race, citing concerns about political extremism; this shifts focus to candidates like Sliwa, who's under pressure to drop out, and Cuomo, facing socialist Mamdani.

Several states sued the HHS over changes to sex education funding terms that exclude gender identity, which could impact public health and LGBT youth well-being.

Letitia James and other attorneys general sued the HHS over forced removal of gender identity from sex education, defending funding for crucial programs against potentially discriminatory guidelines.

New York is issuing inflation refund checks of up to $400 to eligible residents to alleviate high living costs, without the need for applications, as part of a broader financial relief strategy.

President Trump attended the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black on Long Island, marking his first trip there in his second term and the first presidential attendance at the event.

A NYC Department of Correction officer shared immigrant data with federal agents, breaching sanctuary laws. An audit is requested, and corrective measures are being implemented.

Several NYC immigration judges, including David Kim and Carmen Maria Rey Caldas, were fired amid a case backlog and national judge dismissals since Trump's return to office.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced $85 million in grants for New York's 911 systems to support Next Generation 911 technology in 57 counties, enhancing emergency response and public safety.

Three Manhattan casino proposals were rejected by local panels mandated by a 2022 New York law, emphasizing community decision-making over developer interests.

French President Macron called Trump after being stopped by NYPD due to Trump's motorcade, during his visit to NYC. Despite the delay, Macron continued diplomatic efforts and interacted with the public.

Police arrested 50 protesters near the UN during Trump's speech; they had attempted to block Second Avenue and received summonses for disorderly conduct.