Heavy Rain Storm Closes In On NYC, Forecasters Warn

Heavy rain, strong winds and localized flooding are expected later this week, forecasters say.

Cyclist Killed, Teen Shot, $3.2M In Jewelry Stolen: NYC Morning Brief

Here's what made headlines in New York City Wednesday morning.

Former Illegal Hotel Reopens As Permanent Supportive Housing On Upper West Side

The $38 million renovation adds 68 permanent homes, including 54 for formerly homeless New Yorkers.

These Are The Top Elementary Schools In NY, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

A new ranking looks at the best of the best elementary schools around the state and nation.

Will Only Minority Of Boston's Registered Voters Endorse Mayor Wu's Re-election In 2025?

For evidence that a majority of Boston's registered voters support Boston mayor' re-election, Wu would need 211,001 votes in November 2025.

6 Ballot Questions Explained Ahead Of The 2025 NYC Election

Early voting in the 2025 general elections starts on Saturday. Here's what you need to know about the ballot questions.

Violent Pit Bulls Seizure, Construction Worker Plummets 60 Feet, NBA Scandal: NYC Thursday Morning Brief

Here's what made headlines in New York City Thursday morning.

After Violent Attacks, Judge Orders 2 UWS Pit Bulls Into City Custody: Court Docs

A judge said "draconian measures" were needed to protect the public after multiple violent incidents.

Only 16% Of Boston's Registered Voters Cast Ballots Supporting Wu's Re-Election As Boston's Mayor?

Did only 66,000 of the 422,000 registered voters in Boston vote to re-elect Boston Mayor Wu in that city's September 9, 2025 election?

Gun Pressed To Woman's Head Inside An Upper West Side Subway Station, Police Say

The gunman has not been caught yet.

Jacob’s Pickles Opening New Upper West Side Location: Report

The new space is nearly double the size of the Amsterdam Avenue spot.

MTA Honors Upper West Side Icon Saul Zabar With Poster At 79th Street Subway Station

For more than seven decades, he helped shape the legendary store known for its smoked fish, fresh bread, cheese and coffee.

Rents Start at $1,046​ In These 4 Affordable NYC Housing Lotteries

Here's how to apply.

Man Shot In West Harlem, Police Say

The shooter is still on the loose, police said.

Upper West Side Icon Saul Zabar Dies At 97: Report

Saul Zabar, who helped turn his family’s Upper West Side grocery into one of New York City’s most iconic food destinations, died Tuesday.

Man Followed, Groped On Upper West Side, Police Say

Police are searching for a suspect who followed a man into his building, and grabbed him in broad daylight.

Rents Start at $784 In These 10 Affordable NYC Housing Lotteries — How To Apply

Ten affordable housing lotteries are expiring in the next week.

Government Shutdown Begins: Here’s What It Means For NYC

About 750,000 federal workers, including some from NYC, are expected to be furloughed, and some potentially fired, amid the shutdown.

Early Voting Begins: Everything Upper West Siders Need To Know

Upper West Siders will have the chance to make their voices heard in city elections on Nov. 4, but early voting starts Oct. 25.

Subway, Bus Fares Will Increase To $3, MTA Says

The MTA board took a vote on Tuesday morning to approve a fare hike and several other changes.

Worker Dies After Confronting Potential Shoplifter, Police Say

"My father was a kind and hardworking man," the victim's son wrote.

Columbia U. Faculty Group's `Solidarity Forever' Song Lyrics

Columbia U. faculty group's song lyrics express opposition to Columbia administration's response to pro-BDS/pro-divestment student protests.

Man Killed By Subway On Upper West Side, Police Say

Police said the man was pronounced dead on the scene.

Amtrak Police Targeted Gay Men In ‘Stonewall Era' Arrests, NYC Lawmakers Say

The Manhattan officials said the crackdown at the Penn Station bathroom have led to more than 200 arrests.

Rents Start at $933 In These 6 Affordable NYC Housing Lotteries — How To Apply

Six affordable housing lotteries are expiring in the next week.

An Iconic UWS Eatery Looks Toward The Future After 37 Years In Business

The Italian Upper West Side staple recently revamped its menu and interior ahead of its 37th year in the neighborhood.

Rents Start at $465 In These 6 Affordable NYC Housing Lotteries — How To Apply

Six affordable housing lotteries are expiring in the next week.

Pro-Palestinian College Activist Ordered To Be Deported By Immigration Judge

A judge in Louisiana has ordered the Morningside Heights resident to be deported to Syria or Algeria.

Man Shot On Upper West Side, Police Say

The shooter fled on a Citi Bike and has not been arrested yet, police said.

Rep. Jerry Nadler's Protégé Launches Campaign To Succeed Him In Congress

Micah Lasher said Monday that he'd be running to represent District 12 in Congress.

Sleep Under The Giant Blue Whale At The American Museum Of Natural History This Fall

It probably won't come to life. Probably.

10 Fall 2025 Concerts We’re Most Excited To See In NYC

From punk shows to orchestras, music festivals and more, there's plenty of shows to check out around New York City this fall.

Rents Start at $761 In These 9 Affordable NYC Housing Lotteries — How To Apply

Don't miss your chance to apply to these nine affordable housing lotteries before they expire in the next week.

Public School Cell Phone Ban Voted On By Patch Readers: What You Decided

No more texting in class.

'Horrified': NYC Reacts After Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Shot Dead At University Event

New York political officials shared their reactions to the shooting of Charlie Kirk, who was killed on Wednesday.

7 Injured In Fire On The Upper West Side, FDNY Says

A couch caught fire in the hallway of the public housing complex.

Manhattan Has The City's Slowest Buses, New Report Finds

A majority of the Big Apple's buses are not fast or reliable, according to a new report from Comptroller Brad Lander.

Jerry Nadler Out: Here’s Who Could Succeed Him Next Year

The Upper West Sider and Democratic giant in New York politics will not run for reelection after more than 50 years in public service.

2-Alarm Fire Blazes On Roof Of Upper West Side Apartment, FDNY Says

Two firefighters were injured during the battle.

3 NASA Rockets Trailing Colorful Vapors To Be Visible In New York Monday — See When

NASA is launching colorful vapor into a turbulent layer of the Earth's atmosphere to photograph its wind patterns later on Monday.