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There were many charged emotions Thursday night, just only hours after chaos erupted both inside and outside the for-profit ICE facility. Homeland Security and the FBI are offering a $10,000 reward to find four detainees who investigators said were arrested on criminal charges but managed to escape the Newark center after apparently busting through a wall. NBC New York’s Adam...

Early voting polls open at 9 a.m. Saturday for New York City’s Democratic primary for mayor. On Friday, candidates Zohran Mamdani and Brad Lander cross-endorsed each other’s campaigns in the ranked-choice election, part of an effort to topple frontrunner Andrew Cuomo. NBC New York’s Melissa Russo reports.

The final tribute for the trailblazing Harlem lawmaker known as the “Lion of Lenox Avenue” took place Friday morning at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The funeral service for former congressman Charles Rangel drew big names and everyday New Yorkers who wanted to pay their respects. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.

A juror in the sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs was dismissed Friday, casting doubt on the future of the jury. The man allegedly had given different answers to questions about where he primarily lives — in NYC or in New Jersey with his girlfriend. It came after a chaotic courthouse cameo from the rapper Ye, formerly known as...

A stay-at-home mom, a former teacher, and a social worker are among the organizers for Saturdays “No Kings” protests across Long Island. In all, at least thirteen are planned across the island, from Port Washington in Nassau County to Orient in Suffolk County. Organizer believe the protests will be peaceful, but police in both counties still promise to be out...

Bodega cats are integral parts of NYC, and their owners say they put in important work to keep rodents away. The felines are part of New York’s culture, but technically they’re not allowed by law and businesses can be fined. A Manhattan city councilman will look to change that, and legalize bodega cats. NBC New York’s Jessica Cunnington...

It was likely the last time the Democratic candidates for New York City mayor will face off before the primary, so how did Andrew Cuomo, Zohran Mamdani and the rest use their time? NBC New York’s Melissa Russo reports.

As the temperature rises, so does the frustration of people on the Jersey Shore. Starting this weekend, parts of a popular beach in Bay Head are closing down—right before the busy summer season. It’s part of a construction project. NBC News 4 New York’s Adam Harding reports.

Today, police crushed hundreds of illegal mopeds and scooters on Staten Island. Detectives say they’re sending a message to people who are using the bikes to commit crimes. NBC News 4 New York’s Marc Santia reports.

The Tri-State is buzzing with excitement ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Several matches will be played at MetLife Stadium next summer. Today, a mini-tournament was held in Harlem—aiming to build enthusiasm among young people. NBC News 4 New York’s John Chandler reports.

Now to the race for New York City’s next mayor. There are just 12 days to go until the Democratic primary—and the gap appears to be closing between the two apparent front-runners, Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani. This, as the candidates get ready to square off tonight in another debate. NBC News 4 New York’s Melissa Russo reports.

Tens of millions of people visit Atlantic City every year. More than 30,000 people call it home. And now, the city wants to clean up its image by tackling the high number of vacant storefronts. NBC News 4 New York’s Ted Greenberg reports.

There was more dramatic testimony Thursday in the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sex trafficking trial. An ex-girlfriend known as “Jane” was back on the stand, painting a violent picture of her relationship with Combs, claiming it was fueled by drugs and jealousy. NBC New York’s Sarah Wallace reports.

A traffic stop is causing outrage, after a young man born and raised on Long Island was pulled over and searched by ICE agents. He said it was simply because he’s Latino. When ICE found out he’s a U.S. citizen, they let him go, but the damage was already done. NBC New York’s Pei-Sze Cheng reports.

NBC News reported the Justice Department sent out a memo to immigration judges, which basically tells them to allow federal lawyers to make motions to dismiss the cases orally and then move quickly to dismiss those pending immigration cases. Once the cases are dismissed, the immigrants in question are at risk of being deported. NBC New York’s Melissa Colorado...

A business on Long Island is on a mission for change. The owner of Melville Sock Company, which employs people with various challenges, is calling on lawmakers to right a major wrong. He says state law allows companies to pay people with disabilities as little as five cents an hour. NBC New York’s Greg Cergol reports.

A New Jersey high school was closed on Thursday after the entire building was vandalized. Did the senior prank by South River High School’s Class of 2025 go too far? NBC New York’s Pat Battle reports.

Prosecutors are pledging to retry Harvey Weinstein after the jury foreman said he couldn’t continue because of alleged threats from other jurors. That forced the judge to declare a mistrial on the rape charge against the former movie producer. Jurors already gave their verdicts on the other charges against Weinstein on Wednesday. NBC New York’s Chris Glorioso reports.

In Brooklyn, 11 NYPD cruisers caught on fire and possible explosive devices were found, too. It all happened steps away from the 83rd precinct stationhouse in Bushwick. An arson investigation is underway. NBC New York’s Gaby Acevedo reports.

There were tense moments on Capitol Hill as Gov. Kathy Hochul defended New York’s immigration policies to congressmembers, as she and other governors were grilled over sanctuary state laws. It included an uncomfortable back-and-forth with a potential future political rival: Rep. Elise Stefanik. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.