Smithtown, Long Island, opened a Public Safety Command Center, sparking privacy concerns among residents who fear government overreach reminiscent of Orwell's "1984." Officials defend the center, stressing its role in enhancing safety, not spying.

Authorities continue to search for 15-year-old Thomas Medlin, last seen at Grand Central Station, after traveling from Long Island to NYC. No evidence links his disappearance to Roblox interactions. Public assistance is sought.

A severe winter storm has caused a record number of flight cancellations and delays in the eastern US, with American Airlines and major airports like LaGuardia facing significant disruptions.

NYPD officers shot a knife-wielding man in Queens after he charged at them; the suspect and two officers were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

LaGuardia Airport reopened after a severe snowstorm in New York, with transport slowly recovering despite ongoing delays and cancellations. Over 11,000 nationwide flights were canceled during the storm, impacting all major NYC-area airports.

New Yorkers face a cold day with low chances of snow across boroughs and wind chill values making it feel colder than actual temperatures. The rest of the week looks clear and sunny but remains cold.

Early voting for the special election to fill Zohran Mamdani's vacated New York State Assembly seat begins, with candidate Diana Moreno endorsed by Mamdani. Despite a snowstorm delaying early voting, extra hours have been allocated.

A man from Long Island was charged for pretending to be a lawyer and stealing over $15,000 from a woman. He falsely claimed he was a Columbia Law student and ceased communication after receiving payments for immigration services he never provided.

Five men linked to rival motorcycle clubs have been indicted for a violent assault involving weapons in Lindenhurst, NY, which resulted in several severe injuries and surgeries for the victims.

Nurses in NYC have been on strike for 12 days over benefit cuts and patient safety, with talks between unions and hospitals ongoing but unresolved. Financial strains affect the nurses, while officials deny proposing benefit cuts.

A Centereach woman was sentenced to 15 years in prison for running a dark web narcotics business under "MamaKnowsBrown," selling drugs and laundering money.

Nine indicted in Suffolk County for crimes including murders and sex trafficking related to the "Lowndes Block Gang."

A hazardous weather outlook warns New Yorkers of cold conditions and a winter storm, with heavy snowfall expected across the boroughs, impacting travel and activities.