Two Volkswagen engineers were indicted in Manhattan for allegedly trading on confidential Rivian‑VW joint venture talks, generating more than $300,000 in alleged profits.

New images from Nuseirat show Gazans lining up for scarce water as wells and desalination plants falter, UN and aid agencies warn.

Mayor Mamdani named Anthony Shorris NYCEDC president and Lina Khan board chair; Bronx leaders say the move could fast-track Hunts Point, Kingsbridge and waterfront projects.

Letitia James's Office of Immigrant Trust told a dozen local agencies to end ICE partnerships by Aug. 25, 2026 as new state law curtails 287(g) agreements.

The founder of a Manhattan private equity firm pleaded guilty after prosecutors say he diverted over $50M from investors who expected funds to back wellness startups.

Toronto’s Vital Infrastructure paid roughly US$89.9M for the seven‑story East New York Health Hub. Existing medical tenants and AdvantageCare’s lease will remain in place.

Amazon filed plans for a 4.2M sq ft, $1B logistics campus in Holbrook that would create roughly 1,000 jobs and add hundreds of truck trips while requiring rezoning and tax breaks.

Letitia James says renters will be reimbursed after a property manager allegedly changed locks to force evictions. The AG says restitution is coming.

A hush‑hush townhouse sale on East 55th surfaced near Extell’s big Midtown buys, raising questions about whether it’s part of a larger assemblage. Public filings remain thin.

Mayor Mamdani is directing $43 million to expand the city’s Bureau of Coastal Resilience, hiring engineers and crews to operate flood gates and shore protections. The initial FY27 funding aims to turn planning work into maintained defenses.

Jon Bon Jovi halted his July 23 Madison Square Garden performance early, citing health issues and asking fans to hold onto tickets for a rescheduled date.

UK fandom retailer House of Spells will open a 20,000‑sq‑ft Times Square flagship on July 29, promising immersive sets, late hours and rare collectibles.

Steve Woehrle, chief of the Piseco Volunteer Fire Department, died in the line of duty while responding to an alarm on July 20. County records show he became Piseco’s chief in 2024 after years with Westchester fire units.