A Queens state senator supports a plan for a casino complex near Citi Field, which involves reclassifying parkland for development and building a Skypark. The proposal, by Mets owner and Hard Rock, faces opposition but promises economic benefits.

The Now Now NoHo micro-hotel offers compact rooms in NYC for budget-conscious travelers, starting at $125 per night, with amenities and membership perks.

NY Attorney General Letitia James recovers over $5 million from Community Options, Inc. for improperly billing Medicaid for unsatisfactory developmental disability services.

NYC Planning Commission reviews Brooklyn projects, including a contentious Coney Island casino proposal, amidst local debate over community impact versus economic growth.

Wall Street bonuses hit a record high in 2024, averaging $244,700 per banker and totaling $47.5 billion, with significant economic implications for New York.

Open Box Liquidation in Long Island sells mystery pallets from major retailers, mixing commerce with the thrill of surprise for both bargain hunters and resellers.

StubHub files for an IPO despite a $2.8 million loss in 2024, with CEO Eric Baker holding over 90% voting power. The filing lacks share and price details but states the intent to use the "STUB" ticker on the NYSE.

Printemps, a French luxury retailer, has opened a 55,000 square-foot store in New York's Financial District, offering high-end fashion and French-Haitian cuisine by Chef Gregory Gourdet.

NYC's future gambling landscape is contentious, with debates on a Coney Island casino highlighting division, while Queens shows support for a proposed casino and entertainment complex at Citi Field.

PepsiCo acquires prebiotic soda brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion, aiming to expand its healthy drink options and capture more of the functional soda market.

Forever 21, facing competition and declining mall traffic, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to close all NY and NJ stores, liquidate U.S. assets, but keep international locations open.

A Columbia University study found most unlicensed NYC cannabis shops don't check IDs, potentially allowing underage purchases, highlighting regulatory challenges.

New York celebrates Maple Month, highlighting its thriving maple industry. With production up to 846,000 gallons, the state offers Maple Weekends and supports the industry with Taste NY Markets and agricultural programs.