Midtown coffee carts are nudging up prices as wholesale bean costs, trade moves and drought squeeze vendors, pushing small cups above the neighborhood staple rate. Vendors say sales have dipped and some have cut take‑home pay.

Community Board 6 pushed DOT to install a protected bike lane on E. 17th Street, citing dozens of crashes and DOT safety data ahead of summer resurfacing.

NYC life‑sciences leasing climbed to about 377,000 square feet in 2025, but rents fell and vacancy rose. Brokers say the recovery is uneven despite recent IPOs.

Visitors to i Candy at One Times Square can enjoy a candy-filled journey through Central Park, New York City neighborhoods, and a stylized underground scene, ending with a Candy Shop offering exclusive sweets. The attraction is open to all ages, and tickets can be purchased online.

Cleveland Browns safety Ronnie Hickman was reportedly jumped in the lobby of the SIXTY LES hotel and treated at Bellevue Hospital. Police say the incident is under investigation.

"Tippy Toes" baby food is recalled due to high patulin levels; parents advised to check for affected products with a best by of July 17, 2026 and dispose of or return them.

Senator Chuck Schumer proposes a bill to preserve the Pride flag at Stonewall National Monument in response to its controversial removal. He aims to recognize the flag as a congressionally authorized symbol.

Jonathan Jones was arrested for vandalism and assault during a Valentine's Day rampage in Midtown Manhattan, targeting businesses including Uncle Jack's Steakhouse and a 7-Eleven.

The Gateway Hudson Tunnel project received $30 million of federal funding after a court order, with officials pushing for the rest of the withheld $205 million.

A tower crane has arrived at 70 Hudson Yards as Deloitte’s anchor lease and a new financing package push the all‑electric office tower toward vertical construction.

DOJ records show Long Island chef Francis Derby worked as Jeffrey Epstein’s private cook in 2012 and appears in more than 1,300 released documents. The emails detail meal planning and repeated notes about large quantities of "jerky."

NYPD Crime Stoppers released surveillance images seeking tips after a Feb. 13, 2025 assault on a 70-year-old near East 22nd and Lexington. Authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward.

A protracted bankruptcy tied to Miles Guo’s New York properties has recovered some cash but legal bills, protests and thousands of claims keep creditors waiting.