A 78-year-old man fell down an elevator shaft in the Bronx and is recovering; officials performed a rescue and the landlord received violations for poor maintenance.

New York City skies will feature a visible "parade of planets" after sunset, including Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn, some viewable with the naked eye.

An 18-year-old man was shot and killed in the Bronx, with the suspect and motive still unknown. New York City's overall crime has decreased, though rapes and felony assaults have risen.

NY lawmakers discuss changing the election law to possibly delay a special election for Rep. Stefanik's House seat, amid GOP concerns of Democratic power abuse.

An 85-year-old woman in the Bronx had her cart stolen with $40,000 in checks and an iPhone. The NYPD seeks the suspect last seen in a black sweatshirt.

New York DMV recovers over $11 million for victims of auto theft and fraud, safeguarding consumer rights and advocating for fairness in vehicle ownership and services.

NYC is enhancing its AI sector, with Mayor Adams and NYCEDC devising a strategy for growth, including an "NYC AI Nexus" and a partnership with OpenAI.

New York City's crime stats show a 2% decrease in major felonies, but violent crimes, such as murder and rape, have increased since Mayor Adams took office.

New York Governor Hochul announced a preliminary approval for $142 million to improve healthcare in the Bronx, aiming to bolster local medical facilities and ensure equitable care.

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.

NY Attorney General Letitia James reached a $1 million+ settlement with Netspend for illegal fees and misleading practices affecting low-income residents.

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.