The NYC medical examiner's office is launching a free genetic testing program for relatives of sudden death victims to prevent inherited disease deaths.

Holiday travel surge sees major hubs busy; AAA forecasts 120 million travelers. Advises best car travel times, notes potential congestion and high flight costs. Air travelers advised to unwrap gifts for TSA, and potential snow could cause delays.

NYPD Crimestoppers seeks public help to catch two men who committed an assault and robbery in the Bronx, leaving a victim with stab wounds and loss of $600 and a phone.

Chilly, sunny start in New York City today, with snow likely tonight. Mixed rain and snow tomorrow, with some relief and higher temperatures midweek. Cloudy Christmas Day forecasted.

NYC's boroughs forecast wintry weather with a high of 44 degrees and brisk winds; snow expected Monday night, with a possible transition to rain on Tuesday. Christmas may see rain with no hazardous conditions predicted through Saturday.

Rochester police fatally shot a man who opened fire, hitting officers and a civilian during a domestic violence response. Officers and the civilian are hospitalized but stable. An investigation is ongoing.

Rep. Elise Stefanik withdrew from the New York gubernatorial race, citing family reasons and avoiding a GOP primary battle, leaving Republicans to reassess their approach against Gov. Hochul.

Governor Hochul signed the RAISE Act in New York to regulate AI development with safety and transparency, establishing oversight and imposing penalties for non-compliance.

NY Attorney General Letitia James won a court order preventing HUD from imposing new funding restrictions affecting housing services for the homeless.

Frank J. Chiara retired from the Bronx DA's office after 47 years, serving under four district attorneys and leaving a legacy of diligent public service.

Jose Cesari, leader of a beer theft ring, was sentenced to 63 months in prison for organizing over thirty-six thefts in the Northeast, primarily taking Corona and Modelo beers.

The CEO of The Holtz Group and associates are charged with running a tax fraud scheme, reducing client liabilities, and inflating fees from 2014 to 2025.

The indictment of Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, leader of Tren de Aragua, for crimes such as racketeering and drug trafficking has been unsealed in Manhattan Federal Court.