Luxury Condo Owners Accuse Builders of Hiding Dangerous Defects

In a lawsuit, the condo board at 432 Park Avenue says the city and potential residents were not told about the severity of early cracks in the supertall building’s exterior.

Who Would Steal New York City’s Pigeons? Mother Pigeon Thought She Knew.

Pigeon lovers protest at a pet store. The pet store owners say they are innocent. And still the flocks seem to be shrinking without explanation.

How a $254 Billion Budget Deal Might Become a Battle Plan for Democrats

Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York insisted that the state budget, now a month overdue, include measures to increase public safety and lower taxes for all but the wealthy.

How Stacy London Spends Her Sundays

Ms. London, the former co-host of “What Not to Wear,” goes shopping, of course. But she also has a latte with friends and spends time with her dog, Dora.

Former Abercrombie C.E.O. Ruled Unfit to Stand Trial for Sex Trafficking

Michael S. Jeffries had been accused of luring male models to secret sex parties. He has dementia, and a judge ruled him to be “mentally incompetent.”

Weinstein Accuser Breaks Down in Tears During Intense Cross-Examination

Miriam Haley and a defense lawyer clashed repeatedly as the disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein’s retrial on sex crime charges continued.

‘My Heart Was in My Throat, and the Tears Were Flowing’

An emotional night at the theater, a childhood trip to Manhattan and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

Overwhelmed? Go See Some Cherry Blossoms.

The ephemeral, exquisite antidote to doomscrolling.

In Suits and Ties, Lawyers Protest Trump’s Attacks on the Legal System

The National Law Day of Action, which drew roughly 1,500 people in New York City, was organized to resist the president’s threats against judges and the nation’s jurisprudence.

How New York City Routinely Fails to Pay the Nonprofits It Relies On

The city owes at least $1 billion to nonprofits for more than 7,000 unpaid invoices, according to a new report. The organizations provide critical services to vulnerable New Yorkers.

AriAtHome Walks the Streets, Making Beats (and New Friends)

The one-man band Ari Miller creates music on the fly and invites anyone to hop on the mic. The result has become an online sensation, and a type of community.

What’s Behind the Major Delays Snarling Newark Airport?

Staffing shortages at an air traffic control center have added to the effects of a runway closure, prompting United Airlines to cut flights at the hub.

Idina Menzel’s ‘Redwood’ to Close Following Tony Nominations Shutout

The Broadway musical will play its final performance at the Nederlander Theater on May 18.

A Blind Bicyclist and His Daughter Work in Tandem

Thomas Panek and his daughter, Madeleine, will be cycling in the Five Boro Bike Tour this weekend.

Art Fairs to See in the New York City Area in May

Spring fairs on both sides of the Hudson and East Rivers are dedicated to independent and emerging artists and they are showing art in fun and accessible ways.

When Taxpayers Fund Shows Like ‘Blue Bloods’ and ‘S.N.L.,’ Does It Pay Off?

Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York has proposed an increase in the film tax credit to stay competitive with New Jersey and other states.

Overlooked No More: Joyce Brown, Whose Struggle Redefined the Rights of the Homeless

She successfully challenged her involuntary commitment to Bellevue Hospital in 1987, setting a precedent for homeless people that remains relevant today.

Mayor Adams Wants This to Be His ‘Best Budget Ever.’ Some Are Skeptical.

Mayor Eric Adams celebrated his vision for a $115 billion budget for New York City, but some experts warned that it didn’t properly account for further cuts in federal funding.

Orders to Investigate Columbia Protesters Raised Alarms in Justice Dept.

Behind the scenes, a top department official pressed employees to gather a list of activists and investigate them, people familiar with the matter said.

New York May Weaken Its Oversight Over Religious Schools

A potential last-minute addition to the state budget would amount to a major victory for Hasidic Jewish leaders.

Bobby Torre, the Soul of a Saloon, J.G. Melon, Dies at 81

His ribald one-liners, oddball knowledge and generosity helped define Melon’s, an Upper East Side fixture, where he manned the door for decades.

Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act to Deport Venezuelans

The ruling, which is limited to the Southern District of Texas, prohibited the administration from using the wartime law because the president’s claims about a Venezuelan gang do not add up to an “invasion.”

Man Arrested in Fatal Stabbing on Manhattan Subway Train

Luis Jose-Duarte was charged with manslaughter for his role in the stabbing of John Sheldon on Friday. The men got into an argument after one stepped on the other’s shoe, an official said.

At Jazz at Lincoln Center, Dave Chappelle Rallies to Keep ‘Tradition Alive’

Attendees at the organization’s gala, which celebrated Duke Ellington’s 125th birthday, shared what they listen to.

Art to See on Day Trips From New York City This Spring

Exhibitions and discoveries await in New Jersey, the Hudson Valley and the Catskills, and on the East End of Long Island.

George Clooney, Sarah Snook and Sadie Sink Get Tony Nominations

The new musicals “Buena Vista Social Club,” “Death Becomes Her” and “Maybe Happy Ending” tied for the most Tony nominations, with 10 each.

Tony Awards Nominations 2025: The Complete List

Nominations for the 78th Tony Awards were announced on Thursday. Here’s who made the list.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn

This week’s properties are in Tudor City, on the Upper East Side and in Bushwick.

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut

This week’s properties are four-bedroom homes in Briarcliff Manor, N.Y., and Greenwich, Conn.

How the Macy’s Nighttime Team Keeps the Flowers Fresh

As Mother’s Day nears, 50 varieties of plants bloom in the Macy’s Flower Show. That takes work.

Friends Call Him Z. Foes Call Him ‘Urkel.’ He Wants to Be Called Mayor.

Zellnor Myrie, a state senator from Brooklyn, was viewed as a welcome entry almost a year ago, but just weeks before the primary, has yet to take off.

‘I Have Cancer,’ the TikTok Star Said. Then Came the Torrent of Hate.

Sydney Towle’s videos have drawn an enormous audience on TikTok, where her followers praise and support her. On Reddit, an army of skeptics was determined to paint her as a fraud.

The Tiny Sidewalk Boxes That Help Make New York City’s Tap Water So Good

Hundreds of these cast-iron boxes go largely unnoticed by the millions who shuffle past.

The Tony Nominations Are This Morning. Here’s What to Expect.

Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce will announce which performers and which productions from a crowded 2024-25 Broadway season will vie for awards.