Clashes broke out outside Park East Synagogue as protesters and counterprotesters confronted each other under a heavy NYPD presence. The event tested the city’s new buffer‑zone rules.

Wrey at 222 Broadway has begun leasing with 788 units and five floors of amenities, from a rooftop pool to a screening room.

Office leasing and apartment demand remain firm in New York, but March labor weakness suggests job losses could undercut the market's resilience.

Lenders have filed foreclosure suits against four East Village rental buildings, including 441 E. 12th St., raising questions about tenant protections and management. Residents and advocates say the court process could take months.

Dallas‑born Kitchen + Kocktails is bringing its signature Southern plates, oversized brunches and 'kocktails' to Times Square this summer. The deal covers roughly 20,000 sq ft at 147–149 W. 46th St.

James Murdoch is reportedly in late-stage talks to buy New York Magazine and Vox Media’s podcast network, a potential reshape of two high-profile media properties.

Five major publishers and Scott Turow sued Meta in Manhattan, alleging millions of copyrighted books and articles were used to train Llama. The filing could reshape licensing and liability for AI training data.

Antidote opened during COVID and turned bold Sichuan flavors and shareable plates into a Williamsburg staple. The team has since opened a smaller Manhattan outpost and leans into catering and private events.

A 77-year-old rider was punched aboard a D train at Broadway–Lafayette on April 18; police say a guard in an Arrow Security uniform is being sought and tips are requested.

The Knicks blew out the 76ers 137-98 at Madison Square Garden as Jalen Brunson scored 35. New York's efficiency and depth left Philadelphia scrambling before Game 2.

Two suspects robbed a 28-year-old man outside 419 West 34th Street early May 3; NYPD Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information.

A state audit found 141 student‑data incidents and months‑long notification delays in NYC public schools, and urged the district to tighten policies as AI guidance is rolled out.

A $2 million federal grant will expand the Neighborhood Internet program and bring NYPL‑run, free high‑speed broadband into affordable housing across the Bronx and Upper Manhattan.