Gavin Lam, 18, earned the Eagle Scout rank after years of dedication, overcoming challenges to complete merit badges, leadership roles and a community service project. more

NYCHA invested over $5.1 billion to complete 800 projects across New York City, improving public housing conditions while facing funding gaps and ongoing infrastructure challenges. more

The University of Mount Saint Vincent named veteran NBA and NCAA coach Brett Gunning as men’s basketball head coach, bringing decades of experience and a strong focus on mentorship and student-athlete development. more

Students in New York and Ukraine collaborated on a powerful art exhibit showcasing children’s experiences during war, using creative expression to process trauma, raise awareness and inspire hope for peace. more

A Marble Hill senior center has reopened after a sewage leak forced a month-long closure, disrupting services for dozens of seniors and raising concerns about aging infrastructure and the need for deeper repairs. more

A new protected bike lane on Bailey Avenue aims to improve safety, but business owners say lost parking has hurt customer access and sales, sparking debate over balancing street safety and local commerce. more

New York City is set to lower speed limits near schools as part of a sweeping safety initiative aimed at reducing injuries and deaths on local streets. Under a new plan announced by Mayor Zohran … more

A Bronx photographer has released a debut book blending images and poetry to explore grief and healing, drawing on personal loss and years of photographing Van Cortlandt Park. more

NYC DOT crews began resurfacing roads in the Riverdale area, addressing thousands of pothole complaints as milling and paving operations cause temporary disruptions but aim to improve driving conditions across several neighborhoods. more

New York plans a historic subway car replacement, upgrading the 1, 3 and 6 lines with modern R262 trains to improve reliability, accessibility and service as part of the MTA’s capital plan. more