New York City's Broker Fee Ban to Commence, Shifting Financial Burden from Tenants to Landlords
A federal judge in NYC has cleared the way for a broker fee ban, set to start on June 11, that will shift the fee from tenants to landlords unless renters hire the broker themselves.
Attorneys General from 27 States, Led by Letitia James, Sue 23andMe Over Plans to Sell Bankrupt Firm's Genetic Goldmine
Attorneys General from 27 states, led by Letitia James, are suing 23andMe to prevent the sale of customer genetic data following the company's bankruptcy.
New York City Strikes Deal to Increase Affordable Housing in Hudson Yards West
NYC Mayor Eric Adams secured a deal with Related Companies for 625 affordable homes in Hudson Yards West, up from 420. This part of a $12 billion project includes public space and possible infrastructure funded by tax revenues.
Sexual Wellness Guru Nicole Daedone and Sales Head Rachel Cherwitz Convicted in Brooklyn for Forced Labor Conspiracy in Twisted Tale of Abuse
Nicole Daedone and Rachel Cherwitz were convicted in Brooklyn federal court for forced labor conspiracy, associated with their sexual wellness company OneTaste.
Brooklyn Man Convicted of Murder Amidst Sex Trafficking Crackdown on "Penn Track"
Omari Scott was convicted of murder in the course of sex trafficking and sex trafficking itself on Brooklyn's "Penn Track.” He previously pleaded guilty to related charges and now faces 15 years to life in prison.
New York Crypto Kingpin Charged in $500M Laundering Scheme Evading Russian Sanctions, Say U.S. Feds
Cryptocurrency company founder Iurii Gugnin was charged with a 22-count indictment by the U.S. Department of Justice for laundering over $500 million and evading sanctions.
Grand Central Smoke Condition Causes Widespread Disruptions for Long Island Rail Road Commuters
A smoke condition at Grand Central Station disrupted LIRR service, affecting multiple branches. Emergency responders attended the scene, with the cause under investigation.
Family Bound and Robbed at Gunpoint by Suspects Posing as Delivery Driver in Whitestone Home Invasion
Two armed men, one disguised as an Amazon delivery person, invaded a Queens home, binding the family with zip ties and duct tape. They robbed the home and fled using the family's car. The suspects remain at large.
Worker Killed During Unauthorized Brooklyn Building Demolition as DOB Issues Violations and Seals the Site
Worker José Luis Moreno Ramírez died in a Brooklyn building collapse while installing refrigeration units; no permits were filed for the work, prompting a DOB investigation.












