Members of a Queens sex trafficking ring receive prison terms of 25 to 35 years for coercive trafficking of minors.

Steven LaBianca was sentenced to 12 years for minor enticement and child pornography, following a guilty plea in September 2024 in Brooklyn federal court.

The National Weather Service issued a cold weather advisory for parts of the Northeast, with anticipated intense chill and potential snowfall, urging residents to prepare and exercise caution.

A Holtsville man was indicted for allegedly setting fire to a pizzeria in Wading River, with the DA's office charging him with arson and related crimes.

Michael Tulchiner, a lawyer, pleaded guilty to Grand Larceny, admitting to stealing over $400,000 from a real estate transaction, which led to him losing his law license and being ordered to pay restitution.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $43 million investment to expand psychiatric services for New Yorkers in crisis, including increasing inpatient and emergency program capacities.

Eric Zafra Grosso is charged with a hate crime for assaulting a rabbi in Queens on Holocaust Remembrance Day. If convicted, he faces up to 4 years in prison.

Queens man Olmedo Osorio convicted of second-degree murder for fatally stabbing Freddy Jimenez at a Woodside bus stop.

Queens DA Melinda Katz's operation "Weed Whacker" has padlocked four illegal cannabis shops, resulting in seven arrests and the seizure of over 150 pounds of cannabis products.

Long Island tax preparer Damaris Beltre pleads guilty to a $12 million tax fraud scheme, potentially facing 53 years in prison and $12 million in restitution.

A weather advisory has been issued for frigid temperatures and potential snow in New York City, affecting Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Staten Island, with precautions advised.

Reports indicate a rise in taxi scams at JFK Airport, with travelers encountering unlicensed drivers offering overpriced rides, despite NYC's stringent regulations against such practices.

New York City is preparing for cold weather, with forecasts showing a chilly week and potential snow for all boroughs. Residents are advised to dress warmly and stay updated on weather changes.