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People born in New York City who do not identify their gender as either male or female would have the option of choosing a third category for their birth certificates under a new proposal.

Cellphones are still absent from most U.S. schools but new data shows them steadily gaining acceptance as administrators bow to parents' wishes to keep tabs on their kids and teachers find ways to work them into lessons.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo seems amused by suggestions that former "Sex and the City" star Cynthia Nixon's apparent interest in challenging him in a Democratic primary is being backed by New York Mayor Bill de Blasio.

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says he would like Amazon to open its second headquarters in New York, adding that he has never purchased anything from the online retailer and prefers shopping in stores.

NEW YORK (AP) — Salty fare from sandwiches to salads will soon come with a first-of-its-kind warning label at chain restaurants in New York City.

Public school students in New York City will have another day off about which to celebrate.

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Police Commissioner William Bratton is urging his employees who attend a slain officer's wake and funeral to refrain from making political statements.

NEW YORK (AP) — A speech at the United Nations. A spot next to Al Gore leading a massive climate change march. A prime speaking slot at a political conference in England.

America's favorite weatherman is not happy with New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio after the mayor decided to keep public schools open during the latest blast of winter weather.