Could these new gate designs help stop fare evasion? @samanthaliebman.bsky.social takes a closer look at one of the gates the MTA is testing.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has appointed former emergency medical services chief Lillian Bonsignore to lead the FDNY once he takes office. Bonsignore will be the department's second female commissioner. http://specne.ws/qpWYNB 

Did you know that Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has to pay a $9 fee before taking office? Ayana Harry explains why.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced Saturday he’s endorsing Diana Moreno in the special election for his former assembly seat of District 36 representing Astoria, Queens. Read more: http://specne.ws/Kh2R1g

President Donald Trump endorsed Bruce Blakeman in the race for governor a day after Elise Stefanik dropped out of the Republican primary. Read more: http://specne.ws/oHEvL1

A series of measures that will reform street vendor regulations has passed in the City Council, opening up thousands of new opportunities to apply for a street vending license — but also implementing stricter rules. Read more: http://specne.ws/eXXTHn

Gov. Hochul vetoed legislation that would have required city subway trains to operate with at least two workers. Several transit advocacy groups supported the veto, but the Transportation Workers Union cites safety concerns. Read more: http://specne.ws/JdiVnh 

Say “FAREwell” to the MetroCard, check out unique holiday wreaths or ride on a vintage subway. Here’s our guide of things to do in NYC this weekend: http://specne.ws/qFfn53

The 110th mayor's four-year term was marked by the migrant crisis, fiscal management, a federal indictment and an uphill reelection bid. Read more: http://specne.ws/SZPK3m 

Former Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa called Mayor Eric Adams and former mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo “sore losers” and joked about the multiple trips Adams has taken since the election.

New wide-aisle fare gates were installed at two subway stations Friday, part of a pilot to help curb fare evasion at no cost to the MTA. Read more: http://specne.ws/JbZiXx 

Former Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa said Elise Stefanik was the first person to call him the day after he lost the mayoral election. “This is a woman of character, and boy, she puts a capital to the ‘L’ of loyalty," Sliwa said.

Rep. Elise Stefanik says she is dropping out of the New York governor's race, and will not seek reelection to Congress. Read more: http://specne.ws/hm9wyp

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani named two deputy mayors to his incoming administration on Friday, a day after one of his most recent appointments resigned over past antisemitic social media posts. Read more: http://specne.ws/xjYzTr 

As the era of the MetroCard comes to an official end this year, a transit YouTuber and his friend traveled the longest possible distance on a single swipe — from Putnam to Suffolk County. Miles Taylor and @jeremyzorek.bsky.social from @milesintransit.com joined NY1. Watch here: specne.ws/ns733g

Newtown High School in Elmhurst, Queens has been around for more than a century, but has never had a football team. Next season, that all changes. http://specne.ws/wHAJf1 

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has named Sherif Soliman as the next director of the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget, a role that will involve overseeing city finances and helping implement the incoming administration’s agenda. http://specne.ws/cwF34A 

The City Council could be going out with a bang on Thursday while holding its final stated meeting of the session. As many as 70 bills could be voted, with some already facing opposition. Read more: http://specne.ws/czThcX 

The New York Working Families Party ditched a longtime political ally Tuesday by endorsing an insurgent state Senate candidate — while also sending a message to moderate Gov. Kathy Hochul ahead of her 2026 reelection. http://specne.ws/NTHq7z 

Energy companies have proposed or are building 180 battery energy storage systems citywide, according to the Department of Buildings. But in Manor Heights on Staten Island, some are unhappy about where they're being built. http://specne.ws/2QM3ig 

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that she will support a bill legalizing medically assisted suicide for terminally ill adults with less than six months to live, once it is amended. http://specne.ws/8Dcxpz 

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is working on beefing up his incoming administration, with aides reportedly sorting through over 72,000 resumes to fill thousands of vacancies in city government. Read more: http://specne.ws/X68c9K 

The Hope Center in Harlem has provided New Yorkers with free therapy sessions for nearly a decade. The center is now expanding its reach. Read more: http://specne.ws/fVyc4i 

For the third time, cane in hand, former MTA train operator Myran Pollack walked into a Brooklyn courtroom to recall how his life changed on Oct. 8, 2024. Read more: http://specne.ws/zoqQHZ 

It’s been more than a month since Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has made any key appointments. But this week, incoming First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan says that’s going to change. Read more: http://specne.ws/tDHphc 

Mark Ruffalo joined NY1's Annika Pergament, weighing in on the death of Rob Reiner, who he worked with in the movie "Rumor Has it."

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is set to retain Jessica Tisch as NYPD commissioner. In case you’re not familiar with her, Ayana Harry gets you up to speed.

At A&C Superette on Staten Island, the sandwiches aren’t just lunch, they’re a family affair. Read more: http://specne.ws/D1edTR 

At Breads Bakery, Hanukkah means the return of sufganiyah and latkes, with the beloved fried treats drawing crowds eager to taste a holiday tradition rooted in the miracle of oil. Read more: http://specne.ws/zrFmiF 

Hundreds gathered at the world’s largest menorah in Midtown to mark the first night of Hanukkah, dedicating the ceremony to victims of a deadly antisemitic attack in Sydney and standing in solidarity. Read more: http://specne.ws/LrC225 

New Yorkers make great neighbors…even to those living in New Jersey and Connecticut! NY1 is now available in parts of NJ and CT on Xfinity (and Spectrum) internet.

New York City was blanketed by its first significant snowfall of the season Sunday, with Staten Island seeing the highest totals before frigid, dangerous cold settled in. Read more: http://specne.ws/eUkDUU 

Cheryl Wills is joined by Share for Life founder and CEO Janine Saulsbury to discuss giving back to the community, including turkey giveaways and toy drives. Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/4fgMu3 

Cheryl Wills talks to B.R.O. Experience founder Barry Cooper about the struggles of getting funding and resources needed for the community as a Black nonprofit leader. Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/eQn67Z

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced his elected advisory committee on Friday. The group includes Gov. Kathy Hochul, Brooklyn Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and state Attorney General Letitia James. Read more: http://specne.ws/tu1Sso 

As visitors explore the galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, there’s a whole team right below them preserving the museum’s historic pieces of art. Roger Clark gets an inside look from Ted Hunter, an armorer and conservator in the Arms and Armor Department.

The Upper West Side will soon have a skyscraper only 50 feet shorter than the Empire State Building. It all comes down to one rule: air rights. Annika Pergament explains.

A new report outlines changes the city could make to its half-price transit fare program. Currently, only about 37% of those who qualify are enrolled. http://specne.ws/xDpfZk 

Citing safety issues, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy threatened to withhold millions of dollars in federal funding from New York if it doesn’t comply within 30 days to DOT regulations for worker eligibility. http://specne.ws/GFcwUu

Megababe founder Katie Sturino has always said it was her dream to do “Weather on the 1s,” so today, we handed her the clicker! Watch her make her NY1 debut with a little help from meteorologist Guy Brown. 🌤️

Schools in New York state have served more than 150 million free meals since the start of the academic year in September when the practice of universal school meals went into effect, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office said Friday. http://specne.ws/gPGvYa 

Learning to play an instrument requires practicing for thousands of hours and can cost tens of thousands of dollars. While practice still makes perfect, musicians at UpBeat NYC don't have to spend a dime. Read more: http://specne.ws/WMNHHF 

The Queens district attorney says 11 of 13 defendants accused of running a theft and fencing ring targeting Home Depot stores have been arrested. They're part of what she says was the largest retail theft takedown in the borough. http://specne.ws/w7Gu3o 

Last year, Gov. Kathy Hochul promised changes at the state’s Office of Cannabis Management, leading to the resignation of the agency’s first executive director. This week, she forced out his replacement. Read more here: http://specne.ws/DUSuYw 

At the Conservation Lab for the Department of Arms and Armor at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, armorists and conservators care for some of the 14,000 artworks in the collection. NY1's Roger Clark got an inside look. http://specne.ws/fc9MBc 

Several sources told Spectrum News that President Trump called Bruce Blakeman, a challenger to Rep. Stefanik in the New York governor's race, stating that he did not feel a win was likely. Read more: http://specne.ws/DustH9

Ahead of Zohran Mamdani’s official debut as mayor on Jan. 1, businesses are assessing what child care assistance they already provide employees and are considering adding more incentives. Read more: http://specne.ws/GNKqDN 

When asked by Shannan Ferry about what didn't work during his tenure as mayor, Eric Adams mentioned…the NYPD subway robot. 🤖

Mayor Eric Adams sat down for an exclusive interview with our Shannan Ferry about his achievements, legacy and failed reelection campaign as his tenure comes to an end.

The Powerball jackpot has hit $1 billion after no winner Wednesday, marking the seventh-largest prize in the game’s history. Read more: http://specne.ws/HgyoGm