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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani ordered a citywide traffic ban and shutdown of the traffic network from 9pm Sunday to noon Monday ahead of a massive snowstorm, allowing only essential or emergency travel and urging residents to avoid nonessential trips.
A powerful winter storm has triggered blizzard warnings along the U.S. East Coast, bringing heavy snowfall, low visibility, and travel disruptions from New York to New Jersey as crews deploy plows and monitor for potential outages.
US Department of Justice emails show Metropolitan Police protection officers were told to guard Jeffrey Epstein’s New York home during a December 2010 stay for Prince Andrew, including arrangements for two officers and a temporary access code; the Met says it has not identified any wrongdoing and is contacting officers who may have information, as the case intersects with ongoing scrutiny of Andrew’s travel and his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
New York’s appellate court denied GOP appeals, allowing the state redistricting commission to draw new lines for Rep. Nicole Malliotakis’ district. The change would convert Staten Island–Brooklyn territory from a Republican stronghold to a toss-up, potentially aiding Democrats in gaining House control. Republicans are pressing the case to the Supreme Court, with petitions due as candidates file to run in the 2026 elections.
Governor Hochul dropped a budget proposal that would have allowed limited robotaxi deployments outside New York City, a setback for Waymo as legislative support never materialized; Waymo has spent millions lobbying and currently tests driverless rides in NYC under a permit that expires March 31. Current rules require safety drivers, and the state did not move to authorize broader deployment, while Waymo aims to expand to about 20 more cities in 2026 and other AV developers have faced regulatory hurdles in NYC.
Trader Joe’s is accelerating its store expansion, adding new locations nationwide (including a newly opened NY store in Miller Place and a recent Williamsville opening) and continuing to update its opening-soon page as it scouts hundreds of neighborhoods, signaling robust growth for the beloved grocer in New York and across the U.S.
New York Fashion Week’s street style shone despite snow, with standout outfits photographed outside major shows such as Calvin Klein, Proenza Schouler, Ralph Lauren, and Michael Kors. The Cut’s Chinea Rodriguez and photographer Sarah Treacher captured a lineup of editors and tastemakers delivering chic, cold-weather looks beyond the runway.
In Manhattan, Luigi Mangione erupted in court as the judge set June 8 for his state trial in the killing of Brian Thompson, while the tug‑of‑war between state and federal prosecutions could affect which trial proceeds first; federal charges with potential death penalty were dismissed (aside from stalking), and backpack evidence was ruled admissible in the federal case, with a May decision due on its use in the state case.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul gains a high-profile endorsement from NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who calls their cross‑wing collaboration a model for Democrats and touts universal childcare as a major achievement. The backing could energize Hochul’s re‑election bid, help blunt Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado’s challenge from the left, and complicate Republican opposition tied to Mamdani’s socialist positions in a general election.
President Trump's aggressive deportation drive has unsettled New York's suburban political battleground, affecting swing House districts and the governor's race as voters grow wary of ICE tactics; Republican Bruce Blakeman leans into Trumpism while Democrats like Tom Suozzi and Laura Gillen face backlash for Homeland Security votes, and Governor Hochul is framing guardrails on federal enforcement as a crime-fighting measure—highlighting immigration policy as a bellwether for suburban politics nationally.
New York lawmakers passed amendments to the Medical Aid in Dying Act, setting up a pathway for terminally ill patients with less than six months to live to request life-ending medication. Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to sign the amended bill, which adds safeguards such as residency requirements, a video or audio request, a five-day waiting period, two-doctor evaluations, and mental health screening, and imposes rules on witnesses with financial interests. A six-month implementation period for the Health Department to draft regulations accompanies the bill, potentially making New York the 14th state to legalize aid in dying.
Seven dogs from diverse breeds compete for Westminster's grand prize at the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York, with handlers grooming and presenting entrants such as an Ibizan hound and a bloodhound ahead of judging.
Nintendo has announced Pokémon Day events at its New York and San Francisco stores to celebrate the franchise’s 30th anniversary on Feb 27, 2026, including demos and photo ops; separately, the Switch 2 launch event for Mario Tennis Fever at these stores on Feb 12, 2026 will offer demos, photo ops, and a gift with purchase.
In a New York City heavyweight bout, Jarrell Miller’s hairpiece was knocked upward by a punch and sent into the crowd, as opponent Kingsley Ibeh continued trading blows during the match.
As the World Cup comes to the U.S., observers will see how America's aging infrastructure lags behind peers—highlighted by stalled Hudson River rail tunnels and aging transit hubs—amid funding cuts and political fighting. The ASCE has rated the nation’s infrastructure a C and warns sustained investment is needed, contrasting US projects with faster progress abroad.