Which FIFA World Cup teams will be playing group-stage games in New York, New Jersey?
The New York/New Jersey region is among the premier host sites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and, importantly, has been selected to host the final match — making it the centerpiece location for the culmination of the world’s biggest soccer tournament.
The New York/New Jersey region is among the premier host sites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and, importantly, has been selected to host the final match — making it the centerpiece location for the culmination of the world’s biggest soccer tournament.
Mamdani plans to end NYC homeless encampment sweeps, despite Adams' protests
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani plans to bring an end to homeless encampment sweeps in New York City.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani plans to bring an end to homeless encampment sweeps in New York City.
Man charged nearly 30 years after murder of ‘Peaches,’ whose remains were found near Gilgo Beach
Tania Denise Jackson, once known as "Peaches," was identified along with her daughter Tatiana, who was known as Baby Doe at the time, in a case long linked to the Gilgo Beach investigation.
Tania Denise Jackson, once known as "Peaches," was identified along with her daughter Tatiana, who was known as Baby Doe at the time, in a case long linked to the Gilgo Beach investigation.
Brooklyn Pop Warner team headed to national championship in North Carolina
The Mo Better Jaguars finished their season a perfect 14-0, and are now headed to North Carolina for the national championship.
The Mo Better Jaguars finished their season a perfect 14-0, and are now headed to North Carolina for the national championship.
Moped-riding thieves wanted for at least 8 robberies across NYC: police
The thieves have targeted people with necklaces across Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens, police said.
The thieves have targeted people with necklaces across Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens, police said.
18-year-old charged after allegedly setting man on fire inside Penn Station subway train
Police said Hiram Carrero walked onto a 3 train, set a man on fire, then walked off.
Police said Hiram Carrero walked onto a 3 train, set a man on fire, then walked off.
Man and woman stabbed to death at A & A Italian Deli on Long Island, police say
The Homicide Squad is leading the investigation, and authorities have not yet released further details about the victims or what led to the incident.
The Homicide Squad is leading the investigation, and authorities have not yet released further details about the victims or what led to the incident.
These New York laws take effect in 2026
NY's minimum wage will rise, and several new laws will take effect. Here’s a breakdown of the major changes taking effect throughout the year.
NY's minimum wage will rise, and several new laws will take effect. Here’s a breakdown of the major changes taking effect throughout the year.
Is the USA in the World Cup?
The United States will have a chance to compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's what you need to know.
The United States will have a chance to compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's what you need to know.
Instacart sues NYC over new worker pay laws
New laws coming in 2026 would increase grocery delivery worker pay, establish tipping standards and change how workers are paid, among other things.
New laws coming in 2026 would increase grocery delivery worker pay, establish tipping standards and change how workers are paid, among other things.
F and M trains swap routes starting Monday: What you need to know
Starting Monday, your commute between Manhattan and Queens may look a little different.
Starting Monday, your commute between Manhattan and Queens may look a little different.
NYPD agrees to stricter practices on immigration enforcement post Department of Investigation probe
New York City's Department of Investigation (DOI) found that the NYPD, overall, complies with sanctuary city laws.
New York City's Department of Investigation (DOI) found that the NYPD, overall, complies with sanctuary city laws.
Arctic air warning: Dangerous ice, slick roads, snow in Northeast
A blast of Arctic air moving through the East Coast could create hazardous icy conditions in parts of the region, including areas near New York City, as subfreezing temperatures settle in behind recent rain and wintry weather, according to FOX Weather.
A blast of Arctic air moving through the East Coast could create hazardous icy conditions in parts of the region, including areas near New York City, as subfreezing temperatures settle in behind recent rain and wintry weather, according to FOX Weather.
New York drivers will get more points on their license for breaking these laws in 2026
Starting in February, New Yorkers will face increased penalties for certain traffic violations.
Starting in February, New Yorkers will face increased penalties for certain traffic violations.
Trump administration considering withholding SNAP payments from certain Democrat-led states
The Trump administration said that it will withhold SNAP food aid from recipients in most Democratic-controlled states starting next week.
The Trump administration said that it will withhold SNAP food aid from recipients in most Democratic-controlled states starting next week.
Winter storm brings mix of snow and rain to parts of NY, NJ
A messy winter storm swept across New York and New Jersey Tuesday, bringing a mix of heavy rain and wet snow.
A messy winter storm swept across New York and New Jersey Tuesday, bringing a mix of heavy rain and wet snow.
2 men in custody for allegedly firing gun in Times Square subway station: NYPD
Two men are currently in custody for allegedly firing a gun inside the Times Square subway station, according to the NYPD.
Two men are currently in custody for allegedly firing a gun inside the Times Square subway station, according to the NYPD.
Snow forecast for NYC-area: NJ declares partial state of emergency
Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency for Northwestern New Jersey due to a significant winter storm that will hit tomorrow.
Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency for Northwestern New Jersey due to a significant winter storm that will hit tomorrow.
Over $1M in merchandise stolen from SoHo jewelry store: NYPD
Four suspects stole $1 million in merchandise from a SoHo jewelry store, according to the NYPD.
Four suspects stole $1 million in merchandise from a SoHo jewelry store, according to the NYPD.
Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting: Date and time, street closures
The annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is only days away, marking an unofficial start to the holiday season in the city.
The annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is only days away, marking an unofficial start to the holiday season in the city.