Politics
Mayor Mamdani Restarts Bronx, Brooklyn Transit Projects
Announces new bus lanes, protected bike lanes to improve speed and safety
NYC to Restart Bronx, Brooklyn Bus & Bike Lanes
New projects aim to improve transit reliability and safety for pedestrians and cyclists
Suffolk Republicans Demand Pothole Repairs on Route 25
Local leaders call on state to fix dangerous conditions on busy roadway.
Crime
Major Transit Crimes Surge 17% in NYC as First Underground Murder Occurs in 2026
Subway robberies spike 58% and assaults rise 9% as city grapples with transit safety concerns
Westchester County Missing Child Rescue Operation Locates 43 Runaways
The three-day operation involved law enforcement, prosecutors, and social service providers to track down and assist young runaways.
Woman Apparently Crushed by Trash Compactor in Building, Police Say
Authorities believe Michelle Montgomery, 39, accidentally fell down a garbage chute and into the compactor in a Brooklyn public housing complex.
Entertainment
JUNNY Brings 2026 [null] Tour to Vancouver
Korean Canadian artist returns to hometown for North American leg of global tour supporting new album [null]
NYC Sees Massive Toilet Flush Spike After Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show
The Puerto Rican rapper's performance led to a 300,000+ increase in simultaneous toilet flushes compared to the previous year's Super Bowl.
New York Society of Women Artists Welcomes Newly Elected Members
Seven artists join the Society's historic roster through juried selection
Weather
10 States Could See Aurora Borealis On Valentine's Day
The northern lights may be visible from 10 northern states during Valentine's Day weekend.
New York Sees Waves of Winter Weather
Interactive map shows snowfall totals across the state this season.
The 5 Stages of Winter Weather in New York State
From the first snowfall to the false hope of 'Fake Spring', New Yorkers go through a predictable cycle of emotions each winter.
Sports
Mets Owner Perplexed by Diaz's Departure to Dodgers
Steve Cohen says he was surprised by star closer's decision to sign with Los Angeles
St. John's vs. Providence: How to Watch Men's Basketball on February 14
TV channel, streaming options, and game details for the Big East matchup.
St. John's Coach Rick Pitino Unfazed by Booster's Contract Suggestion
Billionaire booster Mike Repole proposed replacing Pitino's contract, but the coach says he's focused on the season.
