Best Things to Do in NYC This Weekend April 17-19
From oyster shucking at Pier 57 to the Greenwich Village Literary Pub Crawl, here are the best things to do in NYC this weekend.
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MoMA PS1's 50th Anniversary Block Party Draws 8,000
Over 8,000 people celebrated MoMA PS1's 50th anniversary at Long Island City's biggest free block party, featuring art, music, and the Greater New York exhibition.
NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax May Miss Ultra-Luxury Condos
NYC's new pied-à-terre tax targets $5M+ non-primary residences, but a broken assessment system may let trophy properties worth tens of millions escape.
NYC's Pied-à-Terre Tax Won't Fix the Housing Crisis
Governor Hochul's proposed pied-à-terre tax on luxury non-resident homeowners won't raise $500M as promised and could hurt NYC's finances.
Roosevelt Island Residents Fight Steam Plant Demolition
Residents of Roosevelt Island are fighting a rushed demolition of the old steam plant, citing health concerns over open debris trucks passing homes and schools.
Pacha New York Faces Skepticism Over Brooklyn Mirage Revival
Community Board 1 members grilled Pacha New York's leadership over safety failures, drug deaths, and noise issues tied to the former Brooklyn Mirage.
NY Lawmakers Vote on Pension Reforms They'll Personally Benefit From
74 of 213 New York state legislators stand to personally gain from Tier 6 pension reforms backed by Gov. Hochul and legislative leaders in Albany.
Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard Gets Safety Upgrades and Bus Lanes
NYC DOT will redesign Linden Boulevard in East New York with bus boarding islands, new signals, and center-running bus lanes to cut injuries and boost transit.
New York's Climate Law Failure and Fossil Fuel Dependence
As Iran war spikes gas prices, New York's 2019 climate law remains unmet. Can the state finally move beyond fossil fuel dependence?
Mamdani at 100 Days: NYC Faces $5.9B Budget Gap
Mayor Mamdani hits his 100-day mark as NYC confronts a $5.9 billion structural budget hole and warnings from bond rating agencies.
McGuinness Boulevard Redesign Boosts Cyclists, Cuts Cars
NYC DOT data shows cyclist counts doubled and vehicle delays stayed minimal after McGuinness Boulevard's partial redesign, supporting a full northward expansion.
NYC Doorman Strike Averted as Union Reaches Deal
32BJ SEIU and the Realty Advisory Board reached a tentative agreement Friday, averting a strike by 34,000 NYC doormen and porters.
Nassau County Police Collude With ICE Beyond NYC Sanctuary
Nassau County police are routinely handing immigrants over to ICE after traffic stops, exposing a pattern of local law enforcement cooperation beyond NYC's sanctuary protections.
NYC Council Bills Would Limit Kids' Social Media to 1 Hour
NYC Council bills capping children's social media use at one hour daily face First Amendment challenges from civil liberties attorneys.
NYC Council Visits Rikers Island Over Treatment of Pregnant Women
NYC Council members toured Rikers Island's women's facility, raising concerns about pregnant inmates scattered across the jail instead of near the nursery.
NYC 2026-27 School Year: Late Start and Calendar Quirks
NYC public schools will start Sept. 10, 2026—the latest in years—with a Monday year-end raising attendance concerns. Here's what parents need to know.
NYC Public Urination Complaints Soar 48% in 2026
Public urination complaints in NYC have jumped nearly 50% compared to last year, prompting lawmakers to push for tougher criminal penalties.
UNITE HERE Local 100 Endorses Blake Over Torres in NY-15
UNITE HERE Local 100's 17,000 members back Michael Blake in his primary challenge against incumbent Rep. Ritchie Torres in New York's 15th District.
Man Fatally Struck by Queens 7 Train at Junction Blvd
A man died Tuesday after falling onto the tracks at Junction Blvd station, causing MTA to suspend and restrict 7 train service during morning rush hour.
Greenwich Village Fights 31-Story Affordable Housing Tower
Community groups push back against the Hudson Mosaic project at 388 Hudson St., citing developer Camber Property Group's housing violation record.
Velázquez Endorses Carl Wilson in Manhattan District 3 Race
Retiring Rep. Nydia Velázquez backs Carl Wilson in Manhattan's District 3 special election, widening her split with Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
NYC's 14,000 Job Vacancies: An $800M Budget Crisis Move
NYC has nearly 14,000 government job vacancies. City Council is banking on $800M in savings from unfilled roles amid a $5.4B budget shortfall.
36 Brooklyn Gang Members Indicted in Operation Crossfire
Prosecutors indicted 36 alleged Wooo and Choo gang members for nearly three years of shootings across Brownsville public housing in Brooklyn.
Green-Wood Cemetery Opens $43M Visitor Center in Brooklyn
Green-Wood Cemetery unveils a $43 million visitor center inside a restored Victorian greenhouse in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, over a decade in the making.
Brooklyn Pride Turns 30: A Fifth Avenue March Tradition
Brooklyn Pride celebrates its 30th anniversary in June 2026, with the borough's iconic twilight march along Fifth Avenue expecting its biggest crowd ever.
Mamdani Defends Luxury Second Home Tax, Shrugs Off Trump
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defended a proposed surcharge on luxury second homes worth $5M+, dismissing Trump's attacks while citing broad public support.
LGBTQ Representation at Stake in NYC District 3 Special Election
Carl Wilson fights to keep District 3's LGBTQ streak alive in a crowded special election featuring Boylan, Law-Gisiko, and Boghosian Murphy.
Poll Shows Espaillat at 42% in NY-13 Democratic Primary
An internal poll shows Rep. Adriano Espaillat with soft support in NY-13, trailing challenger Darializa Avila Chevalier after positive messaging.
NYC's Hidden Crisis: Residents and Income Fleeing the City
A new Citizens Budget Commission report reveals NYC is losing $68B in taxable income and residents despite strong job growth and GDP numbers.
NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin's 2026 Agenda: Housing & Childcare
NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin outlines her 2026 priorities: affordable housing, universal childcare, lower health care costs, and budget reform.
Home Care Workers Hunger Strike to End 24-Hour Workday
Dozens of home care workers launched a hunger strike outside NYC City Hall, demanding legislation to end grueling 24-hour shifts for aides.
NYC Building Workers Vote to Strike Over Wages and Healthcare
Thousands of 32BJ SEIU members authorized a strike against residential building owners as their contract expires, demanding wage hikes and free healthcare.
Hochul Pushes 25-Foot Worship Buffer With Hate-Crime Funding
Gov. Hochul renewed her push for a statewide 25-foot protest buffer around houses of worship, pairing it with $35 million in hate-crime security funding.
Mamdani Allies Push Veto of Protest Buffer Zone Bill
Allies urge Mayor Mamdani to veto a City Council bill creating protest buffer zones around schools, warning its broad language could restrict demonstrations citywide.
NYC Launches Insurance Plan for Rent-Stabilized Housing
Mayor Mamdani unveils a city-backed insurance program targeting 100,000 rent-stabilized homes by 2030, as premiums have tripled since 2017.
Home Care Workers Launch Hunger Strike Over 24-Hour Shifts
Fifteen home health aides began an indefinite hunger strike outside City Hall after the City Council failed to advance a bill banning 24-hour work shifts.
Mamdani Endorses Boylan in NYC District 3 Council Race
Mayor Mamdani endorsed Lindsey Boylan in Manhattan's District 3 special election, shaking up the race just as early voting begins Saturday.
Public-Private Partnerships Fast-Track NYC Subway Access
The MTA is leveraging private funding from Columbia University and developers to accelerate subway accessibility upgrades across New York City.
Affordable Senior Housing Lottery Opens in Brownsville, NYC
A lottery for 47 affordable apartments at the Gail P. Duke Senior Residence in Brownsville is open to New Yorkers 62 and older with income restrictions.
Goop Kitchen Opens First NYC Location in Midtown West
Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop Kitchen expands to New York City with its first location in Midtown West, offering delivery-only service starting April 20.
20 Ways to Spend 4/20 Weekend in New York City
From dispensary deals to free food and competitions, here's how to celebrate 4/20 weekend across New York City's five boroughs.
Brooklyn Borough President Reynoso State of the Borough 2026
Antonio Reynoso highlights housing, schools, and maternal health care gains in his fourth State of the Borough address at the Brooklyn Museum.
Judge Slams NYC in Gay Couple IVF Discrimination Lawsuit
A federal judge says she is 'very, very troubled' by NYC's handling of a class-action suit over IVF benefits denied to gay male employees.
Trump Admin Releases Frozen Second Avenue Subway Funds
The Trump administration agreed to release $58.6M in frozen Second Avenue Subway funds minutes before a federal court hearing on the MTA's lawsuit.
Bjarke Ingels 27-Story Gowanus Tower Moves to Construction
Construction fencing is up at 175 3rd Street in Gowanus as Charney Companies and Tavros Capital advance a 1,071-unit, BIG-designed tower in Brooklyn.
Mamdani Proposes City-Backed Insurance for Rent-Stabilized Buildings
Mayor Mamdani unveils a city-backed insurance program to cut costs for rent-stabilized buildings, targeting 100,000 apartments by 2030.
Hochul Proposes Luxury Second Home Tax Surcharge in NYC
Gov. Hochul wants a property tax surcharge on NYC non-primary residences worth $5M+, potentially raising $500M yearly to close a budget gap.
Michelin Guide Adds Nine New NYC Restaurants in 2026
Nine NYC restaurants joined the Michelin Guide, with Brooklyn outpacing Manhattan. Stars and Bib Gourmands will be revealed at an upcoming ceremony.
How the New York State Budget Works in 2026
Albany lawmakers missed New York's April 1 budget deadline, leaving $260+ billion in spending on health care, housing, and climate policy unresolved.
Menin Backs Mamdani's DOI Pick Nadia Shihata
Council Speaker Julie Menin endorses Nadia Shihata for DOI commissioner ahead of a crucial confirmation vote, citing her prosecutorial experience.
Man Stabbed on NYC Subway 4 Train Near Wall Street
A 27-year-old man was stabbed aboard a Brooklyn-bound 4 train near Wall Street station during an apparent robbery attempt on April 14, 2026.
NYC Council Pushes Rikers Island Voting Reform
Only 335 of 6,000 eligible Rikers Island detainees voted in last year's election. The City Council is now pushing legislation to fix the broken system.
Queens Lawmaker Pushes MTA to Add Elevators to 7 Train Stops
Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas urges the MTA to install elevators at four Queens 7 train stations, citing major accessibility gaps for disabled riders.
MTA Begins Fining Drivers Who Block Buses on 2 Queens Routes
The MTA's ACE camera enforcement program expands to the Q17 and Q27 bus routes in Queens, fining drivers $50–$250 for blocking buses or bus stops.
Wall Street Hits Record 209K NYC Jobs Despite Tax Fears
Securities firms employ a record 209,000 workers in NYC as RXR files permits for a $6.5B, 95-story tower — defying predictions of a corporate exodus.
NY Senate Drug Discount Plan Fails Low-Income Patients
New York's 340B Drug Discount Program sends 71% of funds to higher-income areas while hospital assets soar and charity care collapses.
G Train Service Changes: MTA Signal Upgrades Cause Disruptions
The MTA is overhauling G train signals this month, causing weekend suspensions and shuttle bus replacements between Court Sq and Bedford-Nostrand Avs.
Free Subway & Bus Fares for Low-Income New Yorkers
NYC Council leaders push to expand Fair Fares, offering free transit to residents earning up to 150% of the federal poverty level.
15 Best Pizza Spots in NYC Loved by Locals
From coal-fired pies at John's of Bleecker to $5 slices at Joe's, discover the 15 best NYC pizza spots that locals actually swear by.
Q&A With Council Member Carmen De La Rosa of District 10
Council Member Carmen De La Rosa discusses housing, immigration, and constituent services in Washington Heights, Inwood, and Marble Hill.
NYC Cooling Tower Rules Tighten to Fight Legionnaires' Disease
New York City's stricter cooling tower testing rules take effect May 8, requiring monthly Legionella testing and higher fines for non-compliant building owners.
NYCHA Offers Senior Housing Option to Chelsea Holdouts
24 elderly tenants are blocking NYCHA's $1.2 billion Chelsea redevelopment. Now the authority is offering seniors-only housing transfers to break the deadlock.
NYC Restaurant Closures April 2026: Omakase Mekumi Shuts
Sushidokoro Mekumi, the Hudson Square omakase from Hajime Kumabe, closed after just six months among several NYC restaurant closures in April.
New York's Fossil Fuel Illusion and Its Climate Law Failure
As the Iran war spikes gas prices, New York's ambitious 2019 climate law remains unmet. Can the state finally move beyond fossil fuel dependence?
Mamdani's 100 Days: NYC Faces $5.9 Billion Budget Gap
Mayor Mamdani hits his 100-day mark as NYC confronts a $5.9 billion structural budget hole and warning signs from bond rating agencies.
Mamdani's 100-Day Rally: Socialist Pothole Politics in NYC
Mayor Zohran Mamdani held a 100-day rally at the Knockdown Center, declaring democratic socialism means fixing potholes and filling grocery stores.
Top Chef Winner Danny Garcia Plans Latin Halal Bodega
After Top Chef's Season 21 win and the closure of Time and Tide, Danny Garcia is building Only Goods, a Latin halal bodega rooted in his heritage.
ICE Racial Profiling Lawsuit Filed in New York
A coalition of civil rights groups sued DHS, alleging ICE is arresting New York immigrants based solely on appearance and language spoken.
Bronx Food Pantries Brace for SNAP Cuts Crisis
Bronx food pantries face a crisis as $186 billion in federal SNAP cuts loom, threatening the borough with the city's highest hunger and poverty rates.
Can Mayor Mamdani Reform the NYPD? 100 Days In
Zohran Mamdani promised sweeping NYPD reforms, but 100 days into his mayoralty, the department looks largely unchanged. What's holding him back?
NYC Affordable Units Sit Empty for Over a Year Amid Housing Crisis
New NYC affordable apartments sit vacant 439 days on average before occupancy—nearly 3x the national median—as thousands await stable housing.
Chris Banks on Seniors, NYCHA, and East New York in 2026
Brooklyn Council Member Chris Banks outlines his 2026 priorities: more DFTA funding, NYCHA reforms, and cleaner streets for East New York and Brownsville.
Q&A with NY Gaming Commission Chair Brian O'Dwyer
NY Gaming Commission Chair Brian O'Dwyer on illegal gambling markets, three new NYC casinos, and Belmont Park's transformation.
NYC Council LGBTQIA+ Caucus Hires First Executive Director
Yanery Cruz, an Afro-Latina trans woman and LGBTQ advocate, becomes the first executive director of NYC Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus as of April 8.
Flatbush Avenue Bus Lane Construction Resumes in April
NYC DOT will resume Flatbush Avenue bus lane construction in late April, bringing center-running lanes and boarding islands to serve 132,000 daily riders.
Congestion Pricing Funds Air Quality Fixes at Hunts Point
Governor Hochul announces congestion pricing revenues replaced 20 diesel refrigeration units at Hunts Point Market, cutting particulate emissions by 99.7%.
NYC Green Cabs Hit Record Low as Uber and Lyft Dominate
New York's Boro Taxi fleet has collapsed 93% since 2015, with only 539 active green cab drivers remaining as ride-share apps reshape city transit.
NYC Resumes Flatbush Avenue Bus Lane Construction
NYC DOT will resume Flatbush Avenue bus lane construction in late April, bringing center-running lanes and boarding islands to Brooklyn's busiest corridor.