A former Rikers Island officer pleaded guilty to accepting bribes to smuggle contraband, facing up to five years in prison, with sentencing set for April 2025.

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for New York City, with gusts up to 50 mph and cold temperatures expected across the boroughs.

A former trader, Cheuk Fung Richard Ho, has been indicted for stealing trade secrets from his previous employer to benefit his own firm and could face up to 10 years in prison.

A lawsuit by JRT Realty alleges collusion between Cushman & Wakefield and a NYC official in leasing deals. A separate corruption probe involves high-level aides and is examining bribery accusations.

Subway ridership in NYC slightly rose following congestion pricing, while some drivers avoid tolls by walking. NYPD adds 200 officers for transit safety; Mayor Adams defers MTA financial issues to the state.

Governor Kathy Hochul proposes a $110 million Child Care Construction Fund for New York to build and renovate facilities, aiming to improve child care access and quality.

New Yorkers face cold and windy conditions this week, with a chance of snow by the weekend and a Gale Warning for marine areas until Thursday evening.

NYC faces a surge in norovirus cases with 1,300 reported last December, hitting a high since 2012. Nationwide outbreaks are also up, with health experts emphasizing hand-washing and surface cleaning to combat the highly contagious virus.

Mayor Eric Adams surpassed his "24 in 24" affordable housing goal in NYC, completing 26 projects ahead of the 2024 target, addressing the city's housing crisis.

The Kingsbridge Armory in the Bronx is set to be redeveloped into a vibrant community hub with event spaces and affordable housing, projecting significant economic impact and job creation.

Significant affordable housing developments occur in the South Bronx's Mott Haven with Morris Court selling for $46 million and the opening of Betances Family Apartments.

Nearly 1,000 NYC physicians may strike over contract disputes, with resumed negotiations following Mayor Adams' intervention. Concerns rise over patient care and hospital function.

NYC boroughs face chilly conditions with strong winds, as NWS forecasts sunny skies and near-freezing temperatures, but no hazardous weather warnings are in effect.