John Lithgow’s Olivier‑winning turn in Giant has brought Roald Dahl’s long‑running controversy back to the Music Box stage, forcing audiences to weigh art against ugly public statements.

Federal prosecutors say SantaCon organizer Stefan Pildes diverted more than half of about $2.7M raised for the event into a private slush fund; he was arrested in Manhattan and indicted.

Controversial streamer Sneako was struck and dragged to the pavement while live‑streaming in Manhattan on Tuesday; video circulated online and police opened an investigation.

Cleo, from the team behind Margot and Montague Diner, opens in the West Village on April 17 with 24‑hour marinated rotisserie chicken, small plates and cocktails.

A former Vornado leasing executive went on trial in Manhattan after prosecutors alleged he siphoned more than $9.5M through phony brokerages. Jury selection began this week.

Blank Street is opening a large flagship at 32 Sixth Ave in Tribeca, replacing a former Starbucks and expanding its matcha-forward menu.

A Manhattan ruling in February has spurred law‑firm advisories and contract changes after judges found consumer AI chats can be discoverable. Lawyers are urging enterprise tools and stricter prompts.

A brush fire burned in Central Park Tuesday night, video shows. FDNY says the blaze occurred during the spring brush‑fire window and has deployed detection cameras.

Council Majority Leader Shaun Abreu urged the city to reactivate ferry service from West 125th to Edgewater before the World Cup, saying piers are ready and federal grants are available. The proposal aims to ease Hudson crossings and tap a May 11 funding deadline.

An MTA worker was punched inside Rockefeller Center station early Tuesday and taken to Bellevue Hospital. Police say a 49‑year‑old suspect was detained and charges are pending.

A 68-year-old man was assaulted near West 47th Street and 5th Avenue Monday evening. NYPD Crime Stoppers posted a wanted alert seeking information.

Hochul has pitched an annual surcharge on NYC second homes worth $5M+, setting off mayoral support and industry pushback as Albany eyes next steps.

Manhattan prosecutors say Matthew "Mister" Richardson coerced an 18-year-old into prostitution with threats, violence and a claimed $10,000 debt.