NYC Considers Law Requiring Landlords to Provide Free Internet
Landlords in New York City are already on the hook for their tenants’ heat and hot water. A City Council proposal would add internet service to that list.
New Pandemic Record Set For Subway Riders In NYC
A new pandemic-era subway ridership record of 3,236,904 customers on Thursday, October 14, surpassing the previous high set on October 7 by nearly 50,000 riders.
More Than a Dozen Businesses Fined for Flouting NYC’s Vaccine Mandate
So far, just 14 businesses — out of 27,500 inspected — have been hit with fines by the city for disobeying new vaccination rules.
Former NYC DOE Senior Official and Three Others Charged with Extortion Conspiracy and Bribery
A former NYC DOE Senior Official and three others were charged with extortion conspiracy and bribery in a contract for pay scheme that fed NYC’s schools contaminated foods.
DOI Report: Mayor de Blasio Misused Security Detail, NYPD Official Tried to Cover It Up
New York City’s Department of Investigation found Mayor Bill de Blasio misused his security detail and the NYPD official who runs the detail allegedly tried to obstruct the investigation, according to a nearly 50-page report released Thursday.
NYC is Offering Low-Income, First-Time Homebuyers $100K Toward Down Payments
With the goal of making the home buying process in New York more equitable, the city is expanding its existing down payment assistance program by more than double.
FBI raids NYPD’s Sergeants Benevolent Association Headquarters
The FBI raided the home and office of the controversial head of the NYPD’s Sergeants Benevolent Association in connection with a long-term investigation Tuesday morning.
The Crown Heights branch of the Brooklyn Public Library.
New York City’s Three Public Library Systems Eliminate Late Fines
New York City’s three public library systems will no longer charge late fines on books and other circulating materials.
Three Current and Former NYPD Officers Charged with Bribery
Two NYPD officers and a former officer from the 107th Precinct were arrested and charged with a bribery scheme involving cash kickbacks.
SUNY Downstate Cancels Surgeries, Other Services Due to Staff Shortage Following Vaccine Mandate
A Brooklyn hospital is canceling surgeries and other services due to a staff shortage following the implementation of the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for hospital workers.
NYPD Launches Precinct Greeter Program to Improve Customer Service
As the NYPD continues to work on improving customer service and neighborhood relations, the department has launched a new greeter program featuring “community guides.”
The New York Lottery today announced one second-prize ticket for the September 28 Mega Millions drawing was sold in Manhattan. The ticket is worth a guaranteed $1,000,000.
Mega Millions Ticket Worth $1,000,000 Sold in Manhattan
The New York Lottery today announced one second-prize ticket for the September 28 Mega Millions drawing was sold in Manhattan. The ticket is worth a guaranteed $1,000,000.
Credit: NYC Sheriff’s Office
Vans Operating as Illegal Airbnbs in NYC Impounded by NYC Sheriff’s Office
Seven vans were impounded in Manhattan this week after investigators discovered they were being used as illegal Airbnb rentals, according to the NYC Sheriff’s Office.
New York State Department of Education
NYC Vaccine Mandate for Teachers, DOE Staff Temporarily Blocked by Federal Judge
A federal appeals court judge on Friday temporarily blocked New York City’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for Department of Education staff, just days before the requirement was set to go into effect.
Have An Environmental Control Fine From NYC? There Might Be a “FAIRER” Way to Pay
The City of New York is offering a temporary program geared toward allowing you to pay a reduced amount for eligible Environmental Control Board judgments. The program is called “FAIRER”, Fines and Interest Reduction Enabling Recovery.
MTA Mask Blitz Adds $50 Fine For The Unmasked
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is advising customers that beginning Thursday, September 23, MTA officers will be stepping up mask enforcement throughout the system and those who do not comply with mask requirements will be more likely to face a $50 fine.
Did you buy a Mega Millions ticket in Midtown Manhattan for Tuesday’s drawing? Check your numbers because you might just be $432 million richer.
Winning $432M Mega Millions Jackpot Ticket Sold in Midtown Manhattan
Did you buy a Mega Millions ticket in Midtown Manhattan for Tuesday’s drawing? Check your numbers because you might just be $432 million richer.
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