Disputed tax credit aimed at revitalizing Downtown Manhattan is likely to be renewed, according to sources
Real Estate Tax Update in Manhattan Faces Uncertainty The effort by real estate professionals to revise certain controversial tax credits crucial for the revitalization of downtown Manhattan has turned into quite the suspenseful situation, but it seems to be heading towards approval. Programs like the Citywide Relocation and Employment Support Programs, specifically the LM-Reap, offer […]
ICE detains immigrants attending required hearings at Lower Manhattan courthouse
On Wednesday, ICE agents detained a group of undocumented immigrants who had been summoned for their appointments in Lower Manhattan. There was also an attempt to arrest a Venezuelan shoplifter connected to one of the defendants, but a state judge intervened to prevent that. Norveiro Vera Ordnes’ lawyer requested that he be sent to Rikers […]
Final statements start in Harvey Weinstein’s trial for rape in Manhattan
Weinstein’s Defense Claims of Victimhood Harvey Weinstein, the controversial film producer, has become emblematic of cancellation culture, according to his defense attorney’s impassioned remarks during the closing arguments of his retrial. The attorney asserted that Weinstein is, in fact, the victim, countering claims made by a woman who accused him of rape. “These women exploit […]
New York City has a path without cars that links Manhattan, the Bronx, and Randall’s Island.
New Cycling Path Opens on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge The Robert F. Kennedy Bridge has unveiled a new cycling and pedestrian path, officially opening on Monday. This development allows New Yorkers to bike or walk between Manhattan, the Bronx, and Randall’s Island. During the ribbon-cutting event, MTA officials celebrated the path’s launch, following the completion […]
Former Manhattan prosecutor Diana Florence aims to challenge DA Bragg
A seasoned prosecutor from the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office is challenging the current DA, Alvin Bragg. Diana Florence plans to run as an Independent on the “Safer Manhattan” platform, targeting the incumbent Democrat Bragg in a predominantly Democratic borough. She sharply criticized Bragg’s “first day memo” issued in January 2022, which directed prosecutors to refrain […]
40-year veteran of Manhattan DA’s Office was ‘harassed’ and demoted while caring for dying parents: suit
The 40-year veteran of the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office faced brutal discrimination and retaliation at work while caring for his sick elderly parents, the new lawsuit alleges. Joan Davila, the key extradition office head of the demoted office, suffered from years of “discrimination, retaliation and harassment of caretakers.” Joan Davila, who worked in the Manhattan […]
DOT boots Manhattan lawyers from congestion pricing case after internal memo mishap
WASHINGTON – The Department of Transport announced Thursday that it was a prosecutor on the sidelines that it claimed “very unlikely” to be successful in the agency’s move to eliminate crowd pricing in New York. The Manhattan lawyer was then replaced by others in the Department of Justice’s civil division. A Dot spokesperson said the […]
U.S. Defense Leaders Lay Out ‘Manhattan Project-Scale’ Vision For Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Project
US military personnel are working on a Patriot missile system at Turkish military base in Gaziantep (Killick/AFP, bulging through Getty Images) OAN Staff Break Wolf9:07am – Sunday, March 23, 2025 US defense leaders have begun conceptualizing plans to develop a “Golden Dome” defense system that can protect the country from long-range missile strikes. advertisement President […]
Gary Barnett finally snags holdout lot to build Fifth Ave. tower — and bring Ikea to Manhattan
It took me a decade to put it all together, but Extel boss Gary Barnett finally locked up the site of his dreams. This is the entire block front of 5th Avenue between West 46th and 47th Avenue. Real Estate Titan purchased a holdout lot at 576 Fifth Avenue, next to 576 Fifth Avenue, from […]
FACT CHECK: No, The Tesla Showroom In Manhattan Has Not ‘Closed Permanently’
Virus Posting Share in thread The Manhattan Tesla showroom claims to be “closed forever.” Verdict: False A spokesman for the Tesla Man Hattan showroom denied the validity of the claims on a call to lead the story. Fact check: New York City Tesla drivers are reportedly charged up to $1,000 a month to park their […]