Bronx Borough President Hosts Black History Month Celebration
Event at Eastwood Manor honors community leaders and trailblazers
New York's 'I BIRD NY' Challenge Kicks Off March 1
Unattended Bag Briefly Delays Staten Island St. Patrick's Parade
Weather
NYC Mayor Unveils Cold Weather Safety Plan
Expanded efforts to connect homeless to warmth and safety as temperatures drop up to 20 degrees this weekend.

Powerful Nor'easter Expected to Hit NYC with Up to 6 Inches of Snow
Prepare for slippery streets and potential travel disruptions as the winter storm approaches.
Major Winter Storm Threatens New York State
Hazardous conditions of rain, snow, and ice forecast through Saturday
Crime
NYC Pays Nearly $800M for Police Misconduct Settlements Since 2019
The city's payouts for lawsuits involving excessive force, wrongful convictions, and other misconduct have skyrocketed in recent years.

NYPD Boosts Patrols Around Jewish Centers for Purim Amid Iran War
Extra security measures come after mass shooting in Austin and amid heightened threat environment
New York City Paid $117 Million to Settle Misconduct Lawsuits in 2025
The number of settlements reached a high since 2019, underscoring the need for greater accountability, according to a legal defense organization.
Sports
How to Watch Knicks Games Without Cable in 2026
Looking to stream New York Knicks games this season? We've got you covered.

New York Ranks Among Most Winter Olympic Obsessed States
New York was one of the most engaged states during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.
Igor Shesterkin's Shootout Success Reaches Elite Levels for Rangers
The star Russian goaltender has the best shootout save percentage in franchise history.
Lifestyle
Long Island Residents Save on Energy Bills with CCE's Help
Cornell Cooperative Extension program provides subsidies and advice to reduce energy use and costs

Hunter College Professor's Remarks About Black Students Spark Outrage
Community meeting condemns professor's comments as university launches investigation
Thousands Celebrate Lunar New Year in Chinatown Parade
New York City Mayor and Governor join in festivities, reaffirm support for Asian American community
Politics
NYC Lawmakers Urge Homeowners to Speak Out Against Property Tax Hike
State Senator and Assemblywoman hold community briefing on impact of proposed 9.5% increase

NYC Extends Emergency Order to Address Jail Compliance Issues
Mayor issues new order to develop plan for Department of Correction to meet legal requirements.
Shelter Island Residents Brace for Arrival of 'Barbarians'
Longtime residents fear crackdown by federal immigration agents as island's only pharmacy is shuttered by wealthy developers.