Zelle Operator Loses Bid To Dismiss New York AG's Fraud Lawsuit
A New York judge declined to dismiss the state's lawsuit against Early Warning Services, the company behind Zelle, keeping claims that the network enabled over $1 billion in fraud alive. The company says the ruling was not a decision on the merits and that it intends to appeal.
Audit Bombshell Says New York Left $670 Million in Medicaid Cash on the Table
A batch of state audits found officials missed nearly $670M in possible Medicaid overpayments, driven largely by unreviewed residency and premium‑payment flags. The findings raise fresh budget and oversight questions for Albany and New York City.
NYC Watchdogs Warn Robotaxis Could Make Streets More Dangerous
A new Hunter College/Open Plans analysis finds robotaxis show fewer injury crashes overall but a higher rate of deaths and serious injuries per mile than NYC for‑hire vehicles. The report urges tougher data rules, fees and limits in dense corridors.
Sloth Showdown In Margate As City Slams Brakes On Strip Mall Encounter Plan
Margate commissioners and animal advocates blocked a proposed sloth‑encounter storefront by a controversial exhibitor with a troubled record, citing safety and welfare concerns. The denial follows public outrage over dozens of sloths that died at an Orlando attraction.