Nicole Torres, a GOP district leader in NYC, faces charges of bribery, fraud and extortion. Accused of illegal schemes involving poll worker payments and falsified time sheets. more

More than 100 people gathered at Bell Tower Park for a memorial service honoring Israeli hostages killed in Gaza. The ceremony included prayers and national anthems. more

The defamation lawsuit against Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz was dismissed, ending an eight-year legal battle over statements made about a school's annex closure. more

New York State Sen. Gustavo Rivera continues to push for the New York Health Act, aiming to create a single-payer system to eliminate health care costs for residents. more

Bronx residents face nearly double gas delivery charges from Con Edison compared to National Grid, sparking outrage from Rep. Ritchie Torres over alleged price gouging. more

New York City's City of Yes for Housing Opportunity plan advances, aiming to create 100,000 housing units over 15 years. The plan faces local concerns, especially regarding parking and neighborhood character. more

Co-op shareholders in New York face challenges with unresponsive boards, deteriorating building conditions and lack of financial transparency. They seek state oversight for better governance. more

Rising school supply costs strain families, prompting Bronx community leaders to organize drives. Efforts led by local figures aim to ensure every student is prepared. more

At the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center, Councilman Eric Dinowitz discussed the FY25 budget, emphasizing restored funding for education, housing and social services. The forum highlighted the challenges of community engagement and the impact of the migrant crisis. more

Mayor Eric Adams nominated Randy Mastro as NYC's corporation counsel. Mastro, a veteran attorney, vows to protect asylum seekers' rights, aligning with local community efforts. more