Electrical wiring sparks 'accidental' fire at Herald Square Holiday Market: FDNY

The fire that tore through the Herald Square Holiday Market on Monday morning was "accidental", caused by electric wiring, the FDNY stated in a post on X.

Judge rejects Trump’s bid to dismiss hush money conviction because of Supreme Court immunity ruling

Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan's decision eliminates one potential off-ramp from the case ahead of Trump’s return to office next month, but his lawyers have raised other arguments for dismissal.

Who is Karen Friedman Agnifilo? Former Manhattan prosecutor to represent Luigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione will be represented by Karen Friedman Agnifilo, who was a high-ranking deputy in the Manhattan district attorney’s office for years before entering private practice.

New York enacts law ending retail sales of dogs and cats

Pet store puppies and cats are no longer for sale in New York state. The law went into effect on Sunday banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits.

Winter weather advisory in effect until Monday morning

A winter weather advisory remains in effect for our area from 10 p.m. Sunday evening to 11 a.m. Monday, the National Weather Service said.

Long Island teen transforms trash into holiday treasure with massive holiday light display

Andrew Reid, a 19-year-old from East Northport, has created a dazzling Christmas lights display called "Misfit Island," using nearly 100,000 lights and refurbished decorations donated by the community.

Will the McDonald's worker who called 911 on Luigi Mangione get a reward?

Roughly $60,000 in rewards from the FBI and NYPD Crime Stoppers was offered for tips in the CEO killing. Will the McDonald’s employee who called 911 on Luigi Mangione get it?

Hero or murderer? Luigi Mangione case sparks polarizing reactions online

From hashtags and memes to merchandise like mugs, hats and tote bags featuring slogans like "Mommy's Little CEO Killer," social media is buzzing with sympathy for Luigi Mangione.

SantaCon NYC 2024: Map, route and more on this weekend's event

SantaCon is coming to town. The annual pub crawl is set to make its return to the streets of New York City this weekend. Here's what you need to know.

Bird strike disables jetliner engine, forces emergency landing at JFK airport

Authorities say bird strike involving an American Airlines jetliner disabled one of the plane’s two engines shortly after takeoff from New York’s LaGuardia Airport.

1 dead after plane crashes onto Westchester County, NY, highway

A section of I-684 in Westchester County has been closed after a small plane crashed on the highway, according to state police.

Proposed e-bike registration bill sparks debate over impact on migrants

A proposed bill to require e-bikes and e-scooters in New York City to be registered with visible license plates is sparking controversy, as while supporters argue it would improve safety and accountability, critics say it unfairly targets migrant communities.

Video of alleged abuse inside NY group home sparks calls for oversight

A whistleblower video from the Anderson Center for Autism in Dutchess County has ignited a heated debate about abuse in group homes for vulnerable individuals.