Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver

Closing arguments for both defense and prosecutors took place Monday in the Silver corruption trial.

Former State Sen. Malcolm Smith was found guilty of bribing some Republican leaders, reports say.

Watch US Attorney Bharara’s finest lines from his most recent speech on public corruption.

After years of complaints from parents and advocates, the DOE has agreed that more seats are needed.

Officials gathered in Albany for New York's first-ever "Yogurt Summit" Wednesday.

State Assembly Speaker considers putting casino near Citi Field; Coney Island also an option.

The field at Seward Park High on Essex Street will be reopened to the general public from July 30.

The bill, which follows a crackdown on Chinatown buses will create curbside stations and a permit system.

Basketball courts and a shoe store for tiny feet are some of the recent additions to the neighborhood.

Assembly Speaker Shelly Silver said that, while he has concerns about the plan, he won't block it.

Assemblyman Keith Wright held a hearing in Harlem on a proposal to increase the minimum wage.

Legislators are set to announce a deal Monday on new regulations for Chinatown and other intercity buses.

The Tennessee tourist allegedly brought a loaded gun to the 9/11 Memorial.

State lawmakers passed a tax overhaul plan that increases taxes on millionaires.

After two weeks without gas, 16 families at Smith Houses will have service in time for Thanksgiving.