Suitcase‑sized plug‑in batteries are being installed at NYC shops for free, trimming peak charges that can make up a big portion of commercial electric bills.

Neighbors in Seaford report daytime rat sightings and dozens trapped, and county health inspectors say they will investigate while town crews prepare pest control visits.

A viral TikTok shows a delivery of boxed croissants at Le Parisien while a customer says she paid $12 for a pistachio croissant, spurring a debate about transparency. The bakery’s menu lists the item at $12 and Costco sells a 12‑pack for about $6.80.

New Castle County police arrested the operator of Crystal Spa after a July search that identified three women as alleged trafficking victims. Detectives say the owner is still being sought.

Andrew Durand will lead the Public Theater’s North American premiere of the Olivier‑winning Benjamin Button this fall, with previews starting Oct. 8. The Public’s Newman Theater hosts the limited run.

A 28-year-old New York City runner was killed Friday in Water Mill after being struck on Deerfield Road. Police have closed the road and are asking witnesses to call.

Relatives of 9/11 victims have launched a Change.org petition asking that Mayor Zohran Mamdani be barred from the 25th‑anniversary ceremony at Ground Zero.

Slate and RiseBoro closed financing to build 312 affordable apartments in Williamsburg, with 60% reserved for formerly homeless New Yorkers.

Mayor Mamdani pledged to make every NYCHA child‑care center lead‑free this fall and said the city will invest more than $10 million to inspect and abate hazards. The move spotlights long‑running safety concerns at public‑housing childcare sites.

Attorney General Letitia James joined Neighborhood Defender Service picketers in Harlem, backing workers pressing for better pay and health coverage. Her post on X underscored broad labor pressure across the city.

A 20-year-old scooter rider, identified as Ajpop Walter, died after a minivan struck him near 14th Avenue and 77th Street in Dyker Heights. Police say the driver remained at the scene and the NYPD is investigating.

A 29-year-old man was found unresponsive in a Bronx Criminal Court holding cell and later pronounced dead; the DOC says the death is under investigation.

H&M will eliminate 76 corporate roles at its Fifth Avenue office as the company continues store closures and an organizational reshuffle. The moves follow recent public filings and a WARN notice.