Governor Kathy Hochul reported a 26% decrease in NYC subway fare evasion and a 9.1% drop in bus fare evasion, attributing this to enhanced MTA enforcement and infrastructure upgrades.

A Queens couple running a daycare were indicted for abusing nine children, including actions like hitting and endangering their welfare, after an investigation revealed disturbing footage.

A fire in Bay Shore, Long Island killed one woman and displaced others, spreading to three homes. The cause is under investigation but isn't deemed criminal yet.

New York area flights were canceled following a deadly mid-air collision in Washington D.C. between an American Airlines plane and a U.S. Army helicopter.

The NYPD is seeking six people who commandeered and vandalized a subway train in Queens, breaking windows and obscuring cameras. They recorded the incident themselves.

NYC offers various events to celebrate Black History Month, including music, poetry, food, comedy, outdoor activities, and exhibitions reflecting Black culture.

New York Governor Hochul announced a $55 million investment to strengthen emergency communications statewide, allocated through two grants to enhance first responder dispatch systems.

NYC Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Rodriguez celebrated the 500,000th pothole filled by their administration, highlighting improved infrastructure maintenance and reduced pothole response time.

A Queens man, Lamont Wilson, was indicted for the second-degree murder and manslaughter of Britney Webb in her Bronx apartment, witnessed by her child.

ICE agents arrested over 20 individuals in Manhattan and the Bronx, including a suspected gang leader, as part of a crackdown on violent crimes by undocumented immigrants.

Rex Heuermann faces multiple murder charges linking him to seven deaths, with his defense challenging DNA evidence and seeking separate trials for the charges. The DNA methods are under legal scrutiny as the prosecution maintains their validity.

New York City is allocating funds from opioid settlements to community organizations aiding drug users with services like harm reduction and addiction treatment.

Yedang, a Queens cafe, is praised for its traditional Korean tteok, handmade by 81-year-old owner Hee Soon Kim, and recognized by Eater as a top spot for Asian desserts.