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nytimes.com • RealEstate • New York
A Brooklyn couple upgrades their apartment after facing challenges working from home during the pandemic, eventually purchasing a larger one-bedroom condo in a smaller building to accommodate their needs and family visits.
therealdeal.com • RealEstate • New York
Aby Rosen's RFR sold 522 Fifth Avenue in New York City to Amazon for an undisclosed price, marking another significant deal for the real estate firm amidst recent financial challenges.
therealdeal.com • RealEstate • New York
Two brothers are suing their younger sibling over a portfolio of underwater rental properties in New York City, highlighting the challenges faced by landlords under the 2019 rent law.
nytimes.com • RealEstate • New York
The New York Times lists three properties for sale in Manhattan and Queens, highlighting their features, costs, pros, and cons.
therealdeal.com • RealEstate • New York
Two Compass brokers are suing Triangle Equities for nearly $6 million in unpaid commission for brokering a Tesla lease in Queens.
newsday.com • RealEstate • New York
The nearly vacant Sunrise Mall in Massapequa, New York, is slated for demolition, with the owner seeking approval to subdivide the property for future development.
newyorker.com • RealEstate • New York
The article details the construction and subsequent leaning of 1 Seaport, a luxury skyscraper in New York City, highlighting safety violations, a worker's death, and legal battles.
web.archive.org • Transportation • New York
The MTA Long Island Bus, serving Nassau County and parts of Suffolk County and Queens, underwent significant changes including privatization and a name change to NICE in 2012.
newsday.com • Transportation • New York
Long Island Bus is switching from painting blue stripes on its buses to using vinyl decals, saving the MTA an estimated $375,000 annually and improving environmental friendliness.
nytimes.com • Transportation • New York
The Long Island Rail Road's discontinuation of direct train service to Belmont Park significantly impacts the racetrack's attendance and revenue, highlighting broader public transportation cuts in the New York region.
nydailynews.com • Transportation • New York
Governor Hochul's halting of a Penn Station expansion plan presents an opportunity to address the station's underlying management issues, which stem from a lack of unified control among multiple agencies.
newsday.com • Transportation • New York
A new study proposes a cheaper method to electrify the Long Island Rail Road using overhead wires instead of a third rail, potentially saving billions of dollars but requiring a new train fleet.
newsday.com • Transportation • New York
Facing a $26 million funding shortfall, the Long Island Bus system is slated for drastic service cuts this spring, potentially halving its routes and impacting 100,000 daily riders.
gilgocase.com • Crime • New York
This article presents a detailed chronological account of the Gilgo Beach murders investigation, highlighting key events, victim discoveries, and the eventual arrest and indictment of Rex Heuermann.
nytimes.com • Crime • New York City
New York City police are searching for a man who allegedly violated a corpse on an R train, an incident caught on surveillance cameras.
nytimes.com • Crime • New York
Two New York corrections officers face murder charges, and eight others face related charges, in the death of an inmate who was allegedly beaten by guards.
cnn.com • Crime • New York
Eleven high school lacrosse players in Syracuse, New York, face felony kidnapping charges for a hazing incident that involved kidnapping a younger teammate.
cbsnews.com • News • New York
A helicopter crash in the Hudson River near Jersey City resulted in one fatality and at least two people pulled from the water.
auburnpub.com • News • New York
Conflicting conclusions arise from state and county investigations into a fire that destroyed the Half Acre Union Church in Aurelius, New York, with the state deeming it arson while the county remains undecided.
nydailynews.com • News • New York
An FDNY ambulance accidentally struck an unconscious road rage victim in the Bronx and left the scene without providing aid, prompting an investigation.
nytimes.com • Transit • New York
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority's proposed budget cuts, including ending free student rides, face significant backlash from city officials and advocates.
curbed.com • Transit • New York
Amtrak's proposed $16.7 billion expansion of Penn Station is facing criticism for its exorbitant cost and lack of consideration for alternative, more cost-effective solutions.
nytimes.com • Transit • New York
The MTA is investing $3 million in a rebranding effort to unify its image and improve rider understanding of its diverse transportation services.
nytimes.com • Politics • New York
A proposed 'Good Cause Eviction' bill in New York aims to protect tenants from arbitrary rent increases and lease terminations, addressing the state's high rents and limited tenant protections.
nydailynews.com • Politics • New York
Governor Hochul's rejection of Amtrak's plan to seize Block 780 in Manhattan and the subsequent firing of Amtrak's CEO creates an opportunity for New York to take control of Penn Station's future and improve the Gateway project.
nytimes.com • Politics • New York City
The 2025 New York City mayoral race is highly competitive, featuring a diverse field of Democratic candidates and an independent run by incumbent Mayor Eric Adams.
therealdeal.com • Business • New York City
Joel Wiener, head of Pinnacle Group, amassed a $1 billion fortune through New York City real estate acquisitions, despite facing criticism for allegedly exploiting renters.
newsday.com • Business • New York
Sunrise Mall in Massapequa, New York, is facing redevelopment, leading to the non-renewal of tenants' leases and uncertainty about the mall's future.
nytimes.com • Urbanism • New York
An abandoned railway line in Queens, New York, is attracting attention for its unique blend of decaying infrastructure and reclaiming nature, sparking comparisons to the High Line.
newsday.com • Development • New York
The article discusses the need for Oyster Bay Town to guide the redevelopment of the dying Sunrise Mall, considering options beyond warehousing and emphasizing the potential for a mixed-use development including housing.
nytimes.com • Food • New York City
Chef Karina Garcia celebrated her 32nd birthday and Cocina Consuelo's six-month anniversary with a party featuring her homemade Mexican cuisine.