New Year's Eve: List of NYC street closures around Times Square

Plan on heading to Times Square on New Year's Eve to see the ball drop in person? Here's a list of streets that will be closed in the area.

Will congestion pricing start Sunday? NY, NJ disagree after judge's ruling

The rollout of NYC’s congestion pricing plan remains uncertain after a federal judge issued a partial ruling on New Jersey’s lawsuit. Both states are claiming victory over whether the toll system will begin Sunday, January 5.

Times Square gears up for New Year's Eve: Final preparations underway

As 2024 is coming to an end, final preparations are in full swing for New Year's Eve festivities in Times Square, as police implement public safety measures.

New Year's Eve: Here's who's performing in Times Square

Before the ball drops, revelers in New York City can spend the waning hours of New Year's Eve watching performers celebrate the beginning of 2025. Here's who's performing this year in Times Square.

NYC congestion pricing countdown: Map, toll information, discounts and more

The start of congestion pricing in NYC is just under a week away. Here's everything drivers need to know, including a map, toll prices, toll hours and exemptions.

Jimmy Carter dies at 100: NY, NJ leaders react to death of former president

Following The Carter Center's announcement that former U.S. President Jimmy Carter passed away on Dec. 29, 2024, New York politicians and state leaders rallied support around the Carter family and offered their condolences.

Countdown to New Year 2025: Times Square hosts confetti test run

On Sunday, organizers of the Times Square holiday tradition conducted a practice confetti drop at Broadway Plaza, between 45th and 46th Streets, to ensure the confetti meets their standards.

Charles Dolan, HBO and Cablevision founder, dies at 98

Charles F. Dolan, who founded some of the most prominent U.S. media companies including Home Box Office Inc. and Cablevision Systems Corp., has died at age 98, according to a news report.

Poll: Most Americans rate 2024 a 6 out of 10

As 2024 is coming to an end, most Americans rated the year a 6.1 out of 10, according to a Talker Research poll.

Woman dead, two injured after taxi jumps sidewalk in Queens: NYPD

One woman is dead, and two others are hurt after a taxi careened down a sidewalk in Queens on Saturday, police said.

Ex-NYPD Chief Jeffrey Maddrey denies sexual misconduct allegations

Former NYPD Chief Jeffrey Maddrey's lawyer denied allegations of sexual misconduct at a press conference, calling them retaliatory and alleging that they are tied to an internal investigation into his accuser.

Final crystal triangles installed on Times Square ball ahead of New Year's Eve

The last of the crystal triangles that make up this year’s Times Square New Year’s Eve ball have been installed, marking the first time in 10 years that all 2,688 were replaced at once.

NYC's congestion pricing begins January 5: Which drivers are eligible for discounts?

Some drivers could qualify for a discount that reduces the congestion toll by 50%, while drivers with disabilities or health conditions that prevent them from using mass transit could apply for a "disability exemption."

When does the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree come down?

Still haven't seen the Rockefeller Christmas Tree? The good news is, you'll have plenty of time after Christmas.

9-year-old boy, two adults hospitalized after taxi strikes pedestrians near Herald Square

Three people, including a nine-year-old boy, have been hospitalized after a taxi cab struck a group of pedestrians outside the Herald Square Macy's on Wednesday afternoon.