New York news · 9 November 2026
Mamdani announces $25M expansion of NYC cold-weather response
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced $25 million for an expanded Code Blue cold-weather response for homeless New Yorkers, plus changes to how the city clears snow and ice. The plan adds outreach workers, shelter beds, mobile medical teams and snowplow routes.
Mamdani expands free produce programs for SNAP recipients
The administration is expanding two produce programs for New Yorkers on SNAP. From January, Health Bucks will match up to $14 per dollar spent instead of $10.
NYC news roundup: Code Blue funding, Penn Station plan and more
A roundup of New York City headlines includes a $25 million city investment in its Code Blue outreach plan and a federal Penn Station proposal that would require buying a theater next to Madison Square Garden.
Woman dies after falling from moving SUV on BQE
A 37-year-old woman died early Sunday after falling from a moving vehicle on the BQE near the Brooklyn Bridge. The driver of a car that struck her was arrested.
NYC news roundup: Code Blue funding, Penn Station plan and more
A roundup of New York City headlines includes a $25 million investment in the city's Code Blue outreach plan and a federal proposal for Penn Station that would require buying a theater next to Madison Square Garden.
Queens Public Library network down after ransomware attack
A ransomware attack on Wednesday caused a network outage at the Queens Public Library that continued into Thursday, officials said. All branches remain open, but several services, including the website and on-site computers, were unavailable.
Judge orders city to give ICE names of some Bronx shelter residents
A federal judge ruled the Mamdani administration must give ICE the names and birthdates of certain male residents at a Bronx shelter. The order is limited to people with serious criminal histories, as identified by a special master.
Hochul doesn't rule out tax increase after re-election
Days after winning re-election, Gov. Kathy Hochul said she would find a path to more revenue if a "very specific need" arises, such as funding universal child care. She did not say a tax increase would definitely happen.
Lawmakers question Education Department hiring after Brooklyn jogger's killing
New York lawmakers are questioning the Department of Education's hiring after the man charged in the killing of jogger Katie Suarez was found to have been working as a teacher's aide despite earlier documented mental health concerns. Some are calling for an investigation, and the DOE says he has been suspended.