New York City surpassed one million early voters with Brooklyn leading in turnout. Voters expressed the importance of civic duty, with some viewing early voting as a way to combat busy schedules.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams initiated a drought watch due to low rainfall and drying reservoirs, calling for immediate water conservation among city agencies and residents.

The National Weather Service predicts clear skies and moderate temperatures for Manhattan with highs in the 60s to 70s, and a frost advisory early Sunday morning.

A woman was struck and killed by a car on Staten Island; the 44-year-old victim died in the hospital. The driver was an 18-year-old man who remained at the scene; no charges were filed.

Manhattan experienced unseasonably warm weather with temperatures 10-20 degrees above average, alongside a Red Flag Warning for high wildfire risk due to strong winds and low humidity. Conditions are expected to cool with a clearer weekend forecast.