Six Flags set to close iconic Kingda Ka roller coaster: Here's what's replacing it

Kingda Ka, the world's tallest roller coaster, will be among the rides removed from Six Flags Great Adventure to make way for a "multi-record-breaking launch coaster" that will open in 2026.

New NYC congestion pricing plan unveiled; drivers can once again expect tax

The program, which would charge drivers a fee for entering Manhattan south of 60th St., aims to ease traffic in central Manhattan, reduce pollution and raise funds for public transit improvements.

NY, NJ wildfires latest: When will the fire danger subside? Updates, forecast

On Wednesday, FDNY firefighters worked around the clock to contain multiple wildfires in Manhattan and Queens as dry conditions continued to fuel the flames.

Woman slashed in face repeatedly, shoved onto NYC subway tracks

A woman was slashed in the face repeatedly, and then shoved onto the subway tracks last week at a station in Harlem, the NYPD said.

Long Island residents brace for higher electric bills with LIPA rate hike

Long Island residents should brace for yet another increase in their electric bills as the Long Island Power Authority plans a 3.9% rate hike for 2025, adding roughly $7 to monthly bills.

NYC Council bans broker fees for renters

Under a system that exists in New York and almost nowhere else in the country, tenants are often forced to pay the commission of a real estate agent before moving into an apartment, even if that agent was hired by the landlord.

Gov. Hochul set to relaunch NYC congestion pricing with reduced $9 toll

After initially pausing the congestion pricing plan last June, just weeks before its planned rollout, Hochul is now moving forward with renewed urgency following the election of Donald Trump.

Firefighters battle stubborn wildfires in Queens and Manhattan

New York City firefighters are working around the clock to contain multiple wildfires in Manhattan and Queens as dry conditions continue to fuel the flames.

NJ wildfire update: When will the fire threat end? Updates, forecast

High fire danger impacting millions of people across New York and New Jersey is forecast to last through the weekend, as the region remains bone-dry with little to no rain on the horizon.

Giuliani's lawyers seek to exit defamation case citing disagreement

Attorneys representing Rudy Giuliani filed a motion Wednesday to withdraw from his defense in a high-profile $148-million defamation case in federal court.

Trump calls to 'disband' the Department of Education

President-elect Donald Trump repeatedly mentioned "disbanding" and "de-powering" the Department of Education during his campaign. What does that mean for you?

NYPD seeks suspects in series of subway robberies and assaults across NYC

Police are searching for the suspects who robbed and assaulted people inside multiple subway stations in separate incidents across the city.