Governor Kathy Hochul announced on June 16 that approximately 2.78 million New York homeowners and seniors will receive $2.1 billion in property tax relief this summer and fall through the state’s School Tax Relief (STAR) program. For New York City, the rollout means 474,000 households are in line for
Governor Kathy Hochul announced on June 16 that approximately 2.78 million New York homeowners and seniors will receive $2.1 billion in property tax relief this summer and fall through the state’s School Tax Relief (STAR) program. For New York City, the rollout means 474,000 households are in line for
Few New York laws are broken as openly, or as often, as the one that makes honking a car horn illegal. Under the city’s Noise Code, a driver may sound a horn only as a signal of imminent danger, yet the blare of impatient traffic remains a constant on
New York answers to several nicknames, but none has traveled as far as “The Big Apple.” The phrase appears on souvenirs, in song titles, and across tourism campaigns, yet its origin has little to do with fruit and everything to do with the early twentieth-century horse-racing circuit. The story
Every region in America has a ghost story tied to a road, but few have proven as durable as the vanishing hitchhiker. The basic version, told in some form across nearly every state in the country, goes like this: a driver picks up a young woman on a quiet
Long Island Rail Road service returned to North America’s busiest commuter rail system on Tuesday, May 19, after the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and five labor unions reached a tentative agreement late Monday night, ending the first LIRR strike in 32 years. The shutdown, which began just after midnight on
Mark Zuckerberg’s company is making its East Coast retail bet official. Meta Platforms has signed a 10-year lease with Vornado Realty Trust for the entire 15,000-square-foot, five-story townhouse at 697 Fifth Avenue, converting what began as a blue-painted pop-up last November into the company’s first permanent flagship store on
New York City health officials are closely monitoring two separate viral concerns this week, even as they continue to reassure residents that the public risk remains low. Health Commissioner Dr. Alister Martin confirmed Friday that the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is tracking both a rare hantavirus outbreak
For the thousands of city employees who clock in every morning at the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building in Lower Manhattan, childcare has long been one of the most persistent financial pressures of working life in New York. The city that never sleeps has never been cheap — and
Central Park is one of the most recognized urban green spaces in the world, drawing more than 40 million visitors a year to its 843 acres in the heart of Manhattan. Yet the park that today serves as New York City’s most beloved outdoor refuge began as a controversial
The city’s latest public health push meets young New Yorkers where they are — on social media, at corner delis, and on the streets they walk every day. New York City is taking its fight against youth vaping directly to the sidewalks, screens, and storefronts where teenagers spend their
On Wednesday afternoon, thousands of doormen, porters, superintendents, and handypersons packed Park Avenue on the Upper East Side and held up signs reading “Yes.” The message was unmistakable. Members of 32BJ Service Employees International Union approved a strike authorization by voice vote, if contract negotiations fail to yield a
Mayor Zohran Mamdani approaches his first 100 days in office on April 11 with a mixed but notable operational record, a split public verdict, and a budget battle that will define the next phase of his tenure. New York City’s 112th mayor entered office on January 1, 2026, as
A vacant newsstand near City Hall Park has been transformed into a first-of-its-kind infrastructure hub for the workers who keep New York City fed — and it only took a change in city leadership to make it happen. For years, the men and women who pedal through rain, snow,
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced the city’s first free, on-site child care program for municipal workers, a pilot that will open applications on April 30 and begin serving families this fall at the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building in Lower Manhattan. The program marks a concrete
A new report from State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli confirms that New York’s small business economy is among the largest in the nation — but also one of the slowest growing. The data points to a structural problem two decades in the making, and policymakers are finally moving to address
Effective leadership is the cornerstone of any successful organization, shaping not just team performance but the workplace culture and long-term achievements. Those who step into leadership roles must balance a variety of responsibilities, ranging from guiding day-to-day tasks to inspiring vision and fostering collaboration. As Rafael Amaral notes, the
Times Square is one of the most famous landmarks in the world, known for its bright lights, bustling crowds, and larger-than-life billboards. But this iconic destination wasn’t always the commercial and cultural hub it is today. From the days when horse-drawn carriages traversed its streets to its current status
The Midtown South office market in New York City is showing strong signs of recovery and strength. BXP, one of the largest office owners in the country, recently announced that it signed more than 230,000 square feet of new and expanded leases at its building located at 360 Park
Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration has launched a sweeping policy offensive to dismantle New York City’s “forest of steel,” targeting the thousands of sidewalk sheds that have become semi-permanent fixtures of urban blight across the five boroughs. The initiative aims to flip the financial script for property owners by shortening
Families in New York City received some hopeful news this week. Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani shared a major update on their plan to provide free child care for every two-year-old in the city. This project, which they call 2-K, is moving from a campaign promise to
The rise of food trucks has changed how people eat in cities across the world. What started as a simple way to get a quick meal on a street corner has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry. These mobile kitchens offer a unique blend of high-quality cooking, convenience, and
Motorsports, a realm long dominated by male athletes, has seen significant change over the past few decades. Increasingly, women have carved out spaces for themselves in this challenging arena, driven by their determination to compete and excel at the highest levels. Yet, the progression of women’s representation in the
By: Benjamin Carter Fifty years later, the memories of Rutgers’ 1975–76 basketball season remain vivid for Jeff Kleinbaum. In his new book, Unforgettable Knights: A Player’s Account of the Legendary Rutgers Final Four Season, he revisits the team’s historic run, offering readers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the players,
A massive winter storm known as a bomb cyclone brought New York City to a standstill on February 24, 2026. The storm moved quickly up the East Coast, bringing heavy snow, powerful winds, and freezing temperatures to all five boroughs. In response to the dangerous conditions, Mayor Zohran Mamdani
The Women Who Built New York: A Legacy of Courage and Change New York City has always been a place for people with big ideas. While the tall buildings and bright lights often get the attention, it is the people who truly shaped the city. Throughout history, women in
Anastasia Cramer is taking a thoughtful look back at one of the most defining moments of her fashion journey, releasing a collection of never-before-seen behind-the-scenes photos from her appearance at last year’s Cannes Film Festival. More than a showcase of a beautiful gown, these images capture the mood, preparation,
In a sign that New York City’s real estate dynamics are shifting beneath the surface of its vaunted skyline, Manhattan recorded its highest number of residential foreclosure filings in at least 15 years in 2025 — a startling 28% year-over-year increase that has investors, lenders, and urban economists taking
Red Settlement (Qırmızı QÉ™sÉ™bÉ™), Azerbaijan – On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Museum of Mountain Jews opened a special exhibition dedicated to the Holocaust, marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz on January 27, 1945. The exhibition reflects on one of the gravest tragedies of modern history and
Winter brings beauty to northern cities, but it can also bring emotional strain. Short days, freezing temperatures, and long hours indoors often affect mood and energy. Mental-health specialists say these seasonal pressures are real and deserve attention, especially in dense urban environments where sunlight and social space may be
QUEENS, NY — After more than four decades as a vibrant hub of community life and cultural activity, the Jamaica Colosseum Mall has closed its doors for good — marking the end of an era for one of New York City’s most iconic neighborhood landmarks. The shopping center, which
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