New York and New Jersey workers saw a minimum wage increase on New Year's Day, rising to $16.50 and $15.49 per hour, respectively, as part of their states' efforts to maintain living standards amidst inflation.

Charles Dolan, cable TV pioneer and founder of HBO and Cablevision, died at 98 from natural causes, leaving behind a legacy in media, sports, and philanthropy.

NYC's Department of Sanitation encourages residents to responsibly recycle their Christmas trees, advocating for curbside composting and participation in the city's Mulchfest event.

New York Attorney General Letitia James collects 111 firearms during a gun buyback in Bohemia, aiming to enhance community safety by reducing gun violence.

Attorney General Letitia James secured over $123,000 for 150 Plattsburgh tenants after resolving a security deposit dispute with landlord Thomas Latinville, who also faces $100,000 in penalties.

NYC sold four winning Powerball tickets; one won $100,000 and three won $50,000 each. Locations include the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn. The jackpot is now at $260 million.

17-year-old Connor Kasin died unexpectedly during a charity hockey game, deeply affecting his Long Island community.

Sarah Lin received the Future Woman of Distinction award for her efforts to make movie theaters accessible for the deaf, earning the Gold Star medal from the Girl Scouts.

The article discusses the presence of 672,000 undocumented immigrants in New York State and the tensions around some being considered 'criminal', reflecting the complex immigration issues in NYC.

NYC is closing seven more migrant shelters due to a decrease in new arrivals, affecting 1,800 rooms, even as 56,600 migrants remain in the city system.

New York City communities gear up for Thanksgiving through events providing food and clothing to those in need, reflecting a push against food insecurity.

New St. Albans National Cemetery and Columbarium unveiled in Queens to serve as a resting place for cremated veterans, accommodating 3,700 remains with interments expected in 2025.