Julie Menin Becomes New York City Council Speaker
Menin says it's "an honor of a lifetime" to serve in the role.
Johanna (Joan) Mary Gormley, Longtime Belle Harbor Resident, Dies at 91
NYC Sanitation Officers Join Muslim Prayer with Mayor Mamdani
Lifestyle
Manhattan's Oldest Italian Restaurant Barbetta to Close After 120 Years
The iconic eatery, founded in 1906, will serve its final meal on February 27 following the passing of longtime owner Laura Maioglio.

New Yorkers Can Get Up to $996 in Heating Assistance
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is now open for applications to help low- and middle-income residents and seniors with heating costs.
Philly Fashion Week Empowers Local Designers
Annual event provides platform for homegrown talent to shine on regional and national stages.
Politics
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to Meet Trump at White House After State of the Union Jab
The surprise visit follows Trump's criticism of Mamdani during his State of the Union address.

Hunter College Professor Placed on Leave Over Offensive Remarks
Allyson Friedman made controversial comments during a Zoom meeting about systemic racism in education.
New York City Names Erin Dalton as Social Services Chief
Dalton brings decades of experience in expanding access to housing and strengthening social services for vulnerable populations.
Sports
Former Mets Gold Glove Winner Juan Lagares Retires
The defensive standout spent 10 seasons in the major leagues, mostly with the New York Mets.

Rangers Get Key Lineup Boosts with Shesterkin, Fox Returns
Goaltender and defenseman back after missing time due to injuries
Mets to Host Bobby Valentine Disguise Night
Team to give away 15,000 fake mustache-glasses to fans in honor of former manager's iconic dugout look.
Business
Amazon Slashes Hundreds of New York Jobs in Latest Layoffs
The e-commerce giant continues restructuring efforts, citing efficiency gains from AI as a factor.

New NYC Rule Aims to Overhaul Debt Collection Practices
The 'SHIELD' rule will give consumers more ways to dispute medical and other debt with collectors.
KTLA Fires Top Reporters, Including Ellina Abovian, on Her 40th Birthday
Veteran anchors and meteorologists also let go amid station restructuring
Crime
NYPD Arrests Man in Washington Square Park Assault on Officers
Gusmane Coulibaly charged with assault after allegedly throwing snow and ice at police

NYPD Seeks Suspects in Bushwick Robbery Pattern
Detectives release surveillance images of two men wanted for robberies targeting young teens
NYC Police Arrest Man After Snowball Fight Incident
Officers were pelted with snow and ice during a chaotic scene in Washington Square Park.