NY state budget includes cellphone ban for students during school day

As part of the newly passed state budget, Governor Kathy Hochul is implementing a statewide ban on student cellphone use during the entire school day, beginning this fall.

Mayor Eric Adams petitions to run on 'EndAntiSemitism' ballot line

Mayor Eric Adams is petitioning to appear on two new ballot lines in the upcoming general election — "EndAntiSemitism" and “Safe&Affordable."

NYC Paramedic Alison Russo's accused killer deemed unfit for trial, lawyers say

A lawyer for Peter Zisopoulos told the judge Tuesday that two doctors have deemed the suspect unfit for trial following a psychological evaluation.

NY bill would require repeat offenders to install speed-limiting devices

A NY state senator is sponsoring legislation that would require drivers who have a series of speeding tickets to install a device in their vehicle that prevents them from driving above the speed limit.

Petros Krommidas missing: Police search for Nassau County legislature candidate

Police on Long Island are asking for the public's help finding Petros Krommidas, a Democratic candidate for the Nassau County legislature who's been missing for nearly a week.

Fake Queens doctor accused of botched cosmetic surgery death appears in court

Authorities say a man posing as a plastic surgeon has been indicted on manslaughter charges after he allegedly did a cosmetic procedure on a woman that led to her death.

Is New York City’s nightlife starting to slow down?

New York City has long been known as "the city that never sleeps," — but some residents say its nightlife is slowing down.

Gov. Hochul announces tentative deal on $250B NY state budget

The budget will include an increase in payroll taxes on large companies to fully fund the MTA's capital plan, and introduce a bell-to-bell cell phone ban for most students during the school day.

Long Island teen’s AI food app rakes in millions, X post goes viral after Ivy League snubs

Long Island teen Zach Yadegari’s AI food app is earning millions, but Ivy League schools rejected him — sparking a viral debate over entrepreneurship and college admissions.

Rep. Mike Lawler considering 2026 run for NY Governor

Lawler says that he plans to make a decision by June on whether or not he will launch a campaign for governor, potentially joining a growing field including Bruce Blakeman and Elise Stefanik.

Trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs set to begin amid jury selection challenges

Six hundred men and women are now filling out jury surveys to determine if they will be selected to decide the fate of Sean "Diddy" Combs.

FDNY orders ambulances to take patients to closest hospital, sparking backlash

Emergency service crews in New York City must transport patients to the closest hospital. Some doctors and patients are frustrated by the new policy.

Man charged with rape of corpse aboard NYC subway train

The man accused of engaging in a sexual act on a corpse aboard a New York City subway train has been arrested, police said.