NY Bar Bigwigs Push To Guarantee Lawyers For Detained Immigrants
The New York State Bar Association backed bills to give detained immigrants lawyers and urged more state funding to expand representation. The association cited large gaps in counsel.
Bjarke Ingels Canal Colossus Brings 1,000 New Apartments To Gowanus
The City Planning Commission approved a 27‑story, roughly 1,000‑unit development at 175 Third Street with canalfront park space and about 25% permanently affordable units. Developers say the plan also includes retail, artist space and elevated design to address flooding.
Feds Slap IBM With $17 Million Tab In D.C. DEI Showdown
The Justice Department said IBM will pay $17,077,043 to resolve allegations that some DEI programs improperly weighed race or sex in hiring, promotions and bonuses tied to federal contracts.
Fort Greene Manse Denied Protection As Demolition Looms
The Landmarks Preservation Commission found 158 South Oxford ineligible for landmarking, and demolition approvals plus new‑building permits make teardown likely. The mid‑19th‑century Italianate house now faces redevelopment pressure.












