1. In 1966, the New York Knicks won their first game at Madison Square Garden. This was a historic win for the Knicks as they defeated the Baltimore Bullets with a score of 121-114. The Knicks went on to win the NBA championship in 1970 and 1973.

2. On January 13, 1910, the Bronx Zoo in New York City unveiled the world's first public exhibit of a living giant panda. This exhibit introduced the giant panda to the western world for the first time and helped raise awareness about the endangered species.

3. In 1991, a major snowstorm hit New York City and surrounding areas, dumping up to two feet of snow in some areas. The storm caused widespread transportation disruptions and power outages, and resulted in several deaths.

4. On January 13, 1928, groundbreaking ceremonies were held for the construction of the 102-story Empire State Building. The building, which was completed in 1931, was the tallest in the world at the time of its opening and remains an iconic symbol of New York City to this day.

5. On January 13, 1842, the first documented instance of anesthesia being used in a surgical procedure in New York City took place. Dr. Valentine Mott performed surgery on a patient while they were under the influence of ether, marking a major breakthrough in the field of medicine.