NYC's Most Historic Places To Visit Before Fourth Of July

Plus, a preview of the tall ships, fireworks and celebrations coming to New York City.

NYC Closes Another Rikers Jail

The transfer of former jail property moves New York closer to ending incarceration on Rikers Island.

Why A Housing Voucher Fight Could Delay NYC's Budget

The budget is due Tuesday.

Knicks Street Signs Take Over NYC

Fans can follow a championship route through Manhattan as New York celebrates the team with commemorative street signs.

NYC's Free Outdoor Pools Open For The Season This Weekend

The city's 53 outdoor pools open June 27 and stay open through Sept. 13, with free sunscreen, youth lunches and swim programs.

New Yorkers Can Save Big & Give Back with Target Circle Deal Days

Guests can save on summer and back-to-school essentials while making an impact in local communities

2026 NYC Pride March This Weekend: What To Know

The march will begin on 26th Street and Fifth Avenue, officials said.

NYC Fourth Of July Fireworks Lottery Opens For Free Waterfront Viewing Tickets

Residents can apply for waterfront Fourth of July access as officials announce ticketed and public viewing zones.

NYC Rally Presses Mamdani On Police And Housing

Rallies outside City Hall highlighted disputes over NYPD staffing increases and CityFHEPS funding expansion

NYC Launches $15 Million Gender-Affirming Care Expansion Plan

New York City launches funding, hotline, and research push to expand gender-affirming care access amid federal legal and policy pressure.

NYPD Official Fired Over Alleged Time Fraud, Vehicle Misuse

A civilian NYPD director was terminated after a probe into alleged misconduct, officials said, separate from earlier harassment claims.

AARP New York Awards 2026 Community Challenge Grant to Selfhelp Community Services

The award will help strengthen disaster preparedness for older adults in Woodside.

NYC Rent Board Approves Two-Year Rent Freeze

The freeze affects rent-stabilized units across the City.

Housing Deal Delivers Nearly 2,500 Apartments Across NYC

Council-approved rezonings in Greenpoint and Hell’s Kitchen advance new homes, park upgrades and waterfront improvements.

This NYC Museum Offers Free Dog Admission

The museum will admit dogs free of charge whenever New York City opens cooling centers during extreme heat events.

NYC Subway Bathrooms Roll Out A Glow-Up

An inspector general audit finds missing toilet seats across subway bathrooms, prompting installations in multiple stations.

Harvey Weinstein Rape Charge Dropped

The decision closes the final unresolved count from the former movie producer’s New York sex crimes case.

Knicks Trash Can Theft Costs JPMorgan Executive Her Job

A woman filmed emptying a commemorative garbage can onto a Manhattan sidewalk and carrying it away no longer works for the bank.

Private Medical Records Protected For Transgender Youth, Judge Rules

A federal court barred investigators from obtaining sensitive patient files.

NYC Plan Could Cut Costs For Tenants And Landlords

A new housing insurance plan aims to reduce costs for landlords and improve affordability for renters citywide.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For New York City

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around NYC.

Fireworks Shows Set Across NYC

Fireworks shows are scheduled across New York City waterways and beaches on June 25 and 26 with multiple sponsors.

How Four NYC Artists Turned Ideas Into Full Productions

Experience the free performances debuting this week and running through July 25.

MTA Boss Accuses Amtrak Adviser Of ‘Gamesmanship’ Over Leaked Letter

MTA and Amtrak clash over Penn Station partnership.

Legionella Bacteria Found In NYC Apartment Water System

Health officials confirmed Legionella in complex serving 371 units after two Legionnaires’ cases.

NYC Home Care Workers Seek Massive Back Pay In Settlement

A federal judge is set to review a proposed settlement that could send payments to thousands of New York home care workers.

NYPD Detective Punished After Teen Street Vendor Escapes

An investigation found a veteran detective failed to assist fellow officers during a high-profile encounter.

Eric Adams Ally Arrested In Federal Bribery Case

Federal prosecutors allege a former City Hall insider accepted payments in exchange for helping secure a hotel deal.

These NYC Pizzerias Ranked Among America’s 50 Best

New York City dominated the 50 Top Pizza USA 2026 rankings, with 11 restaurants earning national recognition and rave reviews from diners.

AARP New York Awards 2026 Community Challenge Grant to JASA

Grant will Transform Outdoor Space for Older Adults in the East Village

Mamdani Allies Shake Democratic Establishment In NYC Primary Victories

Three key congressional wins endorsed by Zohran Mamdani signal a rising progressive movement in New York City.

NY-15th State Senate District 2026 Elections: Live Results

The polls closed in New York at 9 p.m. See the voting outcomes for the 15th State Senate District elections so far.

NY-12th Senate District 2026 Elections: Live Results

The polls closed in New York at 9 p.m. See the voting outcomes for the 12th Senate District elections so far.

Claire Valdez Wins NY-7 Democratic Primary: AP

The polls closed in New York at 9 p.m. See the voting outcomes for the 7th Congressional District election so far.

Brad Lander Wins NY-10 Democratic Primary: AP

The polls closed in New York at 9 p.m. Here are the results so far in the 10th Congressional District Democratic primary.

NYPD Officer Charged After Allegedly Pointing Gun At Colleague

A grand jury indicted a NYPD officer accused of drawing a gun on a coworker at One Police Plaza, prosecutors said in court filings.

Here Are The Races On The Ballot In NYC's Primary Elections

Find your sample ballot using Patch’s searchable NYC races guide.

Gambino Mobster Charged In $1.7 Million Chanel Boutique Heist

Prosecutors say Thomas Dono supervised a 10-person crew that stole $1.7 million in Chanel goods from a Manhattan flagship store.

What NYC Luxury Home Buyers Notice First: The Details That Influence Perception

Why Cohesion, Not Just Condition, Can Shape First Impressions and Influence Perceived Value in New York City's Luxury Market

The Evolution of Real Estate Language: Rethinking How We Describe Location

As New York Home Buyers Demand Greater Transparency, Listing Language Is Becoming More Objective and Data-Driven