Newyork news
Here are some of the latest news stories from New York:
Breaking News
- A massive fire broke out in a high-rise building in Manhattan's Upper East Side, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of residents. No injuries have been reported. (Source: NBC New York)
- A suspect has been arrested in connection with a shooting that left one person dead and another injured in Brooklyn. (Source: NY Daily News)
Politics
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a new plan to address the state's growing homelessness crisis, including the creation of a new agency to oversee homelessness services. (Source: Gothamist)
- The New York City Council has passed a bill requiring all city-owned buildings to be powered by 100% renewable energy by 2040. (Source: The City)
Crime
- A man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of a 19-year-old woman who was found stabbed in a Bronx park. (Source: NY Post)
- The NYPD has launched an investigation into a string of burglaries in Manhattan's West Village, in which several homes were broken into and valuables stolen. (Source: DNAinfo)
Weather
- A winter storm warning has been issued for parts of upstate New York, with heavy snow and freezing rain expected to hit the region tonight and tomorrow. (Source: AccuWeather)
- The temperature is expected to drop to around 20 degrees Fahrenheit tonight, with wind chill making it feel even colder. (Source: NY Times)
Sports
- The New York Yankees have signed free agent pitcher Gerrit Cole to a record-breaking 9-year, $324 million contract. (Source: ESPN)
- The New York Knicks have traded away star player Kristaps Porzingis to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for a package of players and draft picks. (Source: NY Daily News)
Entertainment
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced a new exhibit featuring works by artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, which will run from February to May. (Source: Artnet)
- The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) has announced a new season of performances, including concerts, plays, and dance shows. (Source: BAM)