NYC landlords sue Rent Guidelines Board to stop rent freeze

NYC landlords sue Rent Guidelines Board to stop rent freeze

JetBlue wins auction to bring flights back to LaGuardia's historic Marine Air Terminal

JetBlue wins auction to bring flights back to LaGuardia's historic Marine Air Terminal

Upscale food hall will open in the landmarked hall of Brooklyn's Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower

Upscale food hall will open in the landmarked hall of Brooklyn's Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower

Mamdani announces major expansion of NYC coastal resilience bureau with $43M investment

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July 24, 2026

Mamdani announces major expansion of NYC coastal resilience bureau with $43M investment

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The Bureau of Coastal Resilience was established by the Department of Environmental Protection in 2023 to prepare and protect New York City's 520 miles of coastline. Since then, the agency has managed with six staff members and a budget of $1 million. As the threat of climate change, along with rising sea levels and extreme weather, only intensifies, Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Friday announced he plans to significantly expand the Bureau by investing $43.2 million to hire 69 more staff, which will include engineers, flood experts, city planners, and others, and to fund new studies on a long-term coastal resilience strategy.
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1, 2, and 3 subway riders to face five weekends of service disruptions

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July 24, 2026

1, 2, and 3 subway riders to face five weekends of service disruptions

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New York City subway riders on the 1, 2, and 3 subway lines are in for commute headaches over the next five weekends. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Tuesday announced that switch replacement work will suspend 1 trains south of 14th Street, 2 trains south of 34th Street, and all 3 train service from Friday nights through 5 a.m. Mondays through August 24. The service disruptions begin Friday, July 24, at around 9:30 p.m.
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NYC begins notifying pied-à-terre owners about new tax

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July 24, 2026

NYC begins notifying pied-à-terre owners about new tax

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New York City has begun alerting pied-à-terre owners about a potential surcharge, marking the first step toward implementing the city's new tax on non-primary luxury homes. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Department of Finance (DOF) Commissioner Richard Lee this week announced that the city has started notifying property owners by mail that they may be subject to the new tax. The annual tax, approved in May, applies to one- to three-family homes, condominiums, and co-ops valued at $5 million or more whose owners maintain a separate primary residence.
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Knicks championship trophy will be on display at Natural History Museum

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July 23, 2026

Knicks championship trophy will be on display at Natural History Museum

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When the New York Knicks said they would bring their first championship in 53 years back to the five boroughs, they meant it. Starting Monday, July 27, the American Museum of Natural History will display the NBA's Larry O'Brien Trophy, where it will remain on view through January 3, 2027. The glittering 30-pound trophy, engraved with the Knicks' championship details, joins the museum's "For the Win: Objects of Sports Excellence" exhibition, which celebrates some of the greatest achievements in sports history.
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Governors Island seeks developers to revitalize two historic buildings as arts and recreation hubs

Current exterior of Building B330. Credit: Timothy Schenck

July 23, 2026

Governors Island seeks developers to revitalize two historic buildings as arts and recreation hubs

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Two historic military buildings on Governors Island could be transformed into arts and cultural centers or public recreation facilities. The Trust for Governors Island on Thursday released a request for expressions of interest (RFEI) seeking proposals to transform the vacant properties, Buildings 324 and 330. The initiative continues the Trust's broader effort to establish Governors Island as a year-round destination by repurposing former military buildings into dining establishments, event spaces, and other attractions.
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From a waterfront park to an outdoor pool, Society Brooklyn brings resort-style living to Gowanus
July 23, 2026

From a waterfront park to an outdoor pool, Society Brooklyn brings resort-style living to Gowanus

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A waterfront park, resort-style outdoor pool, and over 500 luxury apartments have arrived on the Gowanus Canal. Society Brooklyn is a new two-tower development bringing a unique kind of Brooklyn waterfront living to one of the borough's most exciting neighborhoods. Current availabilities start at $3,321/month for a studio.
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This $9.7M Nolita loft is a luxury confection in a former chocolate factory

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July 23, 2026

This $9.7M Nolita loft is a luxury confection in a former chocolate factory

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If you're looking for a classic loft with 21st-century convenience, this corner condo at 285 Lafayette Street checks the boxes. Located at the border of Nolita and Soho, the one-time chocolate factory was among the neighborhood’s first full-service condominiums. Within, the two-bedroom loft, asking $9,745,000, has exposed original beams and columns, 10-foot ceilings, and oversized windows that frame unfettered views of Old Saint Patrick's Cathedral. This historic frame adds a backdrop of simplicity for design flourishes like Venetian plaster, statement marble, and dramatic designer lighting.
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Brooklyn’s oldest underground subway station is now accessible

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July 23, 2026

Brooklyn’s oldest underground subway station is now accessible

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One of New York City's oldest subway stations is now ADA-accessible. On Wednesday, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority completed a $106 million renovation of Downtown Brooklyn's Borough Hall station, which now has three new elevators that make all of its platforms fully accessible and flood-mitigation measures that prevent water from running down stairs and grates during heavy rain. The project also repaired a section of the station's ceiling that collapsed in 2018 and hit a woman.
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Roy Lichtenstein exhibition at the Whitney will explore the evolution of images

Roy Lichtenstein, Crying Girl, 1963. Offset lithograph: sheet, 17 3/4 × 23 3/4 in. (45.1 × 60.3 cm); image, 17 1/4 × 23 1/8 in. (43.8 × 58.7 cm). Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; gift of Scott Newman 2021.135. © Estate of Roy Lichtenstein/DACS 2026

July 22, 2026

Roy Lichtenstein exhibition at the Whitney will explore the evolution of images

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The Whitney Museum of American Art is set to host a career-spanning exhibition this fall celebrating legendary pop artist Roy Lichtenstein, featuring more than 130 works exploring the evolution of his artistic career. Opening October 11, "Roy Lichtenstein: Like New" will examine the artist's engagement with mass culture and his belief that no work is ever truly "stable," but instead exists in a constant state of duplication, reproduction, and being "made new." The featured works span from the early 1940s through the 1990s and offer a reconsideration of Lichtenstein's relationship with image culture at a time when images are endlessly "cropped, filtered, reposted, and recirculated."
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Find your new favorite from 600 dining spots during this summer’s NYC Restaurant Week

Jue Lan Club, Flatiron District. Photo: Lanna Apishukh

July 22, 2026

Find your new favorite from 600 dining spots during this summer’s NYC Restaurant Week

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New York City's NYC Restaurant Week Summer 2026 is on, offering a chance to sample top culinary offerings throughout the five boroughs for a fraction of regular restaurant prices. It's no secret that NYC's Restaurant Weeks stretch well beyond seven days, so if you're ready to leave stadium beer and hot dogs behind, you're in luck: More than 600 dining destinations will offer prix-fixe lunches and dinners for $30, $45, and $60 through August 16.
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World Cup brought billions in economic impact to NYC region

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July 21, 2026

World Cup brought billions in economic impact to NYC region

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially come to a close, bringing hundreds of thousands of soccer fans to the New York-New Jersey area for eight matches at MetLife Stadium. Now, city and state officials are assessing whether the projected economic impact of hosting the tournament materialized. While the region’s overall economic impact goals will likely be met, some projections, including a boost in hotel occupancy, fell short of expectations.
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Mamdani launches campaign to help tenants organize for safer housing

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July 21, 2026

Mamdani launches campaign to help tenants organize for safer housing

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Monday launched a new canvassing effort to connect tenants living in buildings with housing code violations with resources and information on organizing for better living conditions. The "Talk to Tenants" campaign will deploy volunteers with the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement who will inform residents about advocating for safe and well-maintained homes, as well as forming tenant unions. The initiative will begin in East Harlem, Washington Heights, Inwood, and Flatbush before expanding to communities across the five boroughs.
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Long-vacant East Harlem lot to become 140 mixed-income homes

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July 21, 2026

Long-vacant East Harlem lot to become 140 mixed-income homes

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New York City is seeking a developer to transform a city-owned site in East Harlem, vacant for nearly 20 years, into 140 homes. The city's Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) on Monday released a request for proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment of an empty lot known as "B-East," located on Second Avenue between East 125th and East 126th Streets, that presents a "significant opportunity" to deliver mixed-income housing, retail, and other community uses. Upon redevelopment, the lot, a key component of the 2008 East 125th Street rezoning, is estimated to deliver roughly 140 housing units.
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This Brooklyn playground features paths made of recycled wine corks from NYC restaurants

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July 20, 2026

This Brooklyn playground features paths made of recycled wine corks from NYC restaurants

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A first-of-its-kind playground, crafted from hundreds of thousands of wine and champagne corks sourced from New York City restaurants, has opened at a public housing complex in Brooklyn. Unveiled last week at Gravesend's Marlboro Houses, "Village Vibes" delivers custom play features, stormwater mitigation measures, and soft, accessible pathways made from roughly 450,000 recycled corks. The installation is the first initiative from the Cork Collective, which seeks to repurpose the material for civic improvement projects across the country.
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Lottery opens for 169 affordable apartments in Morris Heights, from $777/month

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July 20, 2026

Lottery opens for 169 affordable apartments in Morris Heights, from $777/month

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Applications are currently being accepted for 169 affordable apartments in the Bronx. As part of the second phase of the two-building Starhill development in Morris Heights, 51 Featherbed Lane includes 244 residences, including 74 supportive housing units for formerly homeless individuals and families with on-site supportive services. New Yorkers earning 40, 50, and 60 percent of the area median income can apply for the units, priced from $777/month studios to $2,142/month three-bedrooms.
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Asking $26M and $33M, a pair of Tribeca penthouses top a Ralph Walker Art Deco palace

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July 17, 2026

Asking $26M and $33M, a pair of Tribeca penthouses top a Ralph Walker Art Deco palace

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Designed in 1927 by legendary Art Deco architect Ralph Walker and given new life as 21st-century condo residences, One Hundred Barclay remains an icon of New York design. Asking $25,950,000 and $32,950,000, a pair of duplex penthouses offer the opportunity to breathe the rarified air of turnkey penthouse living in dramatic Paris Forino-designed style at the zenith of this Tribeca landmark.
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Where to watch the FIFA World Cup final in NYC
July 17, 2026

Where to watch the FIFA World Cup final in NYC

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It might be hard to believe, but the 2026 FIFA World Cup is nearly over. Soccer fans have been captivated by what many are calling one of the most exciting tournaments in recent memory, while cities around the globe, including New York City, have welcomed travelers from near and far to celebrate the beloved event. This Sunday, the tournament will come to an end in New Jersey, which will host the final between Argentina and Spain. The third-place match between France and England takes place on Saturday. Ahead, here are some of the best places across the five boroughs to watch the match, from a free free screenings on Governors Island and in Hudson Yards to under the Blue Whale at the American Museum of Natural History.
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Renderings reveal Greenwich Village’s tallest building, a 30-story condo with 34 homes

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July 17, 2026

Renderings reveal Greenwich Village’s tallest building, a 30-story condo with 34 homes

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New renderings released this week provide a first look at the tallest building in Greenwich Village. The condominium planned for 11 West 13th Street will rise roughly 530 feet, about 200 feet above the neighborhood's current tallest building. Designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF), the tower, officially branded as the Greenwich Spire, will contain just 34 residences across 30 floors, offering exclusive living in one of Manhattan's most sought-after neighborhoods.
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For $3.8M, this Queen Anne mansion in Crown Heights is a neighborhood landmark

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July 16, 2026

For $3.8M, this Queen Anne mansion in Crown Heights is a neighborhood landmark

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Instantly recognizable from the street for its rounded turret and Spanish clay-tiled roof, the townhouse at 1094 Park Place is among the iconic mansions that give Crown Heights its appeal. The beautifully preserved home has another covetable feature unique to the Brooklyn neighborhood: a deep 120-foot lot for a back yard that stretches farther than most. Asking $3,845,000, this landmarked home is ready for 21st-century living behind its stunning original details and standout facade.
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Mamdani’s ‘rental rip-off’ report outlines 23 actions to address tenant concerns

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July 16, 2026

Mamdani’s ‘rental rip-off’ report outlines 23 actions to address tenant concerns

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New York City tenants have spoken. Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Thursday released a new report shaped by testimony from thousands of renters who shared their experiences during the "Rental Rip-Off" hearings held across the five boroughs. The 68-page report outlines 23 policy changes aimed at strengthening tenant protections, improving housing quality, and targeting negligent landlords while curbing hazardous conditions and deceptive practices.
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This luxury Fort Greene rental offers rent-stabilized apartments with a $1 amenity fee

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July 16, 2026

This luxury Fort Greene rental offers rent-stabilized apartments with a $1 amenity fee

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With rents at an all-time high in New York City, don't miss this opportunity to live in a rent-stabilized apartment in Brooklyn. Located on the 30-acre Fort Greene Park, the luxury development Verdant Fort Greene is now leasing its below-market-rate apartments, ranging from studios to two-bedroom units. Qualified New Yorkers earning between $107,383 and $238,160 can apply for the apartments. Units are priced from $2,990/month studios to $4,347/month two-bedroom units.
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NYC moves forward with first busway in the Bronx, Central Brooklyn bus upgrades

Work underway on new center-running bus lanes along Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office on Flickr

July 16, 2026

NYC moves forward with first busway in the Bronx, Central Brooklyn bus upgrades

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New York City is advancing four major public transit projects in the Bronx and Brooklyn that are expected to cut commutes by up to six minutes for nearly 200,000 daily riders. Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday announced that the city's Department of Transportation (DOT) will begin construction of the long-delayed Tremont Avenue busway later this year and launch community engagement for improvements along Flatbush, Utica, and Church avenues in Brooklyn, three of the borough’s busiest bus corridors. The projects build on last week's unveiling of the "Next Stop: Fast Buses, Better Service" plan, which aims to speed up service on 50 bus routes across the five boroughs.
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See plan to add 1,100 apartments and new park across from the Intrepid Museum in Hell’s Kitchen

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July 15, 2026

See plan to add 1,100 apartments and new park across from the Intrepid Museum in Hell’s Kitchen

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Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced the development team selected to transform a Hell's Kitchen parking lot used by the Intrepid Museum into a mixed-use development with more than 1,100 apartments. Gotham Organization, Fisher Brothers, and Mural Real Estate Group will turn the state-owned site at 621 West 45th Street into two connected skyscrapers with 1,127 homes, including about 338 affordable units, new facilities for the museum, and a public park that connects to the existing pedestrian bridge. The project stems from a request for proposals issued in February 2025 for one of the largest remaining undeveloped parcels on Manhattan’s Far West Side.
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Japanese gardens and a koi pond surround the clean geometric forms of this modern Hudson Valley home, asking $4.2M

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July 15, 2026

Japanese gardens and a koi pond surround the clean geometric forms of this modern Hudson Valley home, asking $4.2M

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KoiHaus, a mid-century modern home on three-and-a-quarter acres near Piermont, New York, rises from a secluded road near the banks of the Hudson River. In the style of Frank Lloyd Wright, KoiHaus in the Hudson Valley consists of clean lines and geometric shapes, surrounded by Japanese-inspired gardens and landscape. The 6,800 square feet of living space is composed of five interconnected boxes constructed of concrete, stucco, stone, and hardwood, topped by a 50-year roof. Asking $4,195,000, the precision of KoiHaus is contrasted by natural bluestone pathways and hefty stone steps found throughout the enchanted gardens.
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Harlem to get 11-story condo with 72 residences and a daycare

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July 15, 2026

Harlem to get 11-story condo with 72 residences and a daycare

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Plans to build an 11-story condominium in Harlem are moving ahead after the development team secured $45 million in construction financing this week. SCALE Lending, the debt financing arm of Slate Property Group, announced Tuesday that it issued the loan to Mass Development for the multifamily project at 264-272 West 135th Street. The ground-up building will feature studio to three-bedroom condos, half of which will include balconies, along with retail space, community facility, and resident amenities.
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Airbnb buys landmarked Gramercy building for $81.5M

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July 15, 2026

Airbnb buys landmarked Gramercy building for $81.5M

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Airbnb plans to turn a New York City landmark into office space. The short-term rental company paid $81.5 million for the six-story limestone building at 281 Park Avenue South. Known as the Church Missions House, the property was built in the 1890s for the Episcopal Church and most recently housed the Swedish photography museum Fotografiska, which closed its doors in 2024.
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Manhattan median rent reached new record of $5,295/month in June

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July 14, 2026

Manhattan median rent reached new record of $5,295/month in June

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Manhattan and Brooklyn rents have reached new highs as the cost of living continues to rise across New York City. A report from the Corcoran Group found that the median rent for market-rate residential buildings in Manhattan reached $5,295 per month at the start of summer, up 3 percent since May and 8 percent year over year. Across the East River, Brooklyn’s median rent for market-rate units reached $4,350 last month, an 8 percent annual increase. The continued surge reflects the city’s limited housing inventory, with Manhattan’s already-tight vacancy rate falling from 1.57 percent in May to 1.49 percent in June.
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New York imposes nation’s first one-year ban on new large data centers

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July 14, 2026

New York imposes nation’s first one-year ban on new large data centers

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New York became the first state in the nation on Tuesday to impose a temporary moratorium on the construction of large new data centers, which require immense power to fuel artificial intelligence tools. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a one-year pause on new data centers that consume 50 megawatts or more of power to give officials time to develop measures to protect New Yorkers and the environment following concerns raised by communities about the environmental impacts and rising energy costs stemming from the facilities.
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Throw garden parties all summer long at this $1.8M Brooklyn Heights co-op

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July 14, 2026

Throw garden parties all summer long at this $1.8M Brooklyn Heights co-op

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In a 25-foot-wide brick Italianate townhouse on a coveted Brooklyn Heights block, this two-bedroom co-op at 60 Pierrepont Street illustrates the charm of the historic neighborhood. Asking $1,795,000, the home is framed by pre-war elegance preserved through a comprehensive renovation, elevated further by a 500-square-foot south-facing terrace that offers a rare opportunity for real outdoor living.
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East Village parking lot to become 130-unit affordable housing project

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July 13, 2026

East Village parking lot to become 130-unit affordable housing project

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Plans to turn a police precinct parking lot in the East Village into a mixed-use affordable housing project moved forward on Monday. The city's Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) announced the selection of Spatial Equity, Housing Works, Cooper Square Committee, and This Land Is Ours Community Land Trust to redevelop 324 East 5th Street into The Aurea, a 131-unit mixed-use development with a senior center, community space, and parking facilities. Plans for new housing at the site have been in the works since the Soho Noho rezoning in 2021.
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‘Summer Streets’ returns with over 20 miles of car-free blocks and later hours

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July 13, 2026

‘Summer Streets’ returns with over 20 miles of car-free blocks and later hours

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Summer Streets returns to New York City this month with more than 20 miles of car-free streets and programming through August, along with later hours in the outer boroughs. Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Flynn on Friday announced that the annual event will open select stretches of street to pedestrians and cyclists from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Manhattan and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island over five Saturdays in July and August, starting July 25.
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$1.25M two-family Williamsburg townhouse has lots of options for less than a condo

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July 13, 2026

$1.25M two-family Williamsburg townhouse has lots of options for less than a condo

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On a leafy residential block that straddles the border of Greenpoint and East Williamsburg, this compact brick home at 110 Beadel Street has townhouse flexibility. Currently configured as a two-unit dwelling with a full basement, the property could be converted to a single-family home or offer market-rate rental income on one or both units. Asking $1.25 million, the home competes with any one-bedroom condo in this sought-after neighborhood, with many more options.
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AMNH to celebrate Manhattanhenge with free block party this weekend

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July 10, 2026

AMNH to celebrate Manhattanhenge with free block party this weekend

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The American Museum of Natural History is offering a new way to experience Manhattanhenge as the phenomenon makes its final appearance of 2026. The twice-yearly spectacle occurs when the setting sun aligns perfectly with Manhattan’s street grid, creating iconic views and photo opportunities across the borough. To celebrate the cosmic event on Saturday, museum astronomer Jackie Faherty will lead a ticketed 3D presentation using cutting-edge software, followed by a free outdoor viewing experience accompanied by live music.
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Art Deco bricks from original Lincoln Tunnel entrance are for sale

Vintage postcard depicting the entrance to the Lincoln Tunnel in New York City. Via Wikimedia

July 10, 2026

Art Deco bricks from original Lincoln Tunnel entrance are for sale

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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is selling historic Art Deco bricks from the Lincoln Tunnel's original retaining walls, built between 1937 and 1945, as they are dismantled to make way for the new Midtown Bus Terminal. The distinctive bricks were used in the walls outside the New York approach of the New Jersey-bound north tube and along Dyer Avenue. As part of a broader effort to promote sustainability and reuse, the agency will list the bricks for $2.25 each, allowing New Yorkers and architecture buffs to own a piece of history from the same era that produced the Empire State Building, Radio City Music Hall, and other Art Deco landmarks.
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For $2.75M, this West Village co-op exemplifies timeless, sophisticated design

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July 10, 2026

For $2.75M, this West Village co-op exemplifies timeless, sophisticated design

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On a tree-shaded West Village street, this elegant co-op at 104 Bedford Street takes pre-war bones and out-of-the-box angles and adds sophisticated interiors that landed it in the pages of Architectural Digest. Asking $2.75 million, the home's highlights include two wood-burning fireplaces, a cozy dining nook, generous closets, and a guest room optimized with a built-in bed.
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American Express breaks ground on 55-story headquarters at 2 World Trade Center

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July 9, 2026

American Express breaks ground on 55-story headquarters at 2 World Trade Center

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American Express on Thursday broke ground on a new global headquarters at 2 World Trade Center, the final commerical tower of the Lower Manhattan campus. Developed by Silverstein Properties and designed by Foster+Partners, the tower at 200 Greenwich Street measures roughly 2 million square feet across 55 floors, with enough space for 10,000 American Express employees. Completion is scheduled for 2031.
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Justin and Hailey Bieber buy West Village condo for $12M

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July 9, 2026

Justin and Hailey Bieber buy West Village condo for $12M

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Justin and Hailey Bieber paid $12 million for a luxury condo at the Herzog & de Meuron-designed 160 Leroy Street in the West Village. As first reported by the Wall Street Journal, the 2,800-square-foot residence is the couple's first known home in New York City. The four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath condo features sweeping views of the Hudson River. The seller is real estate developer Steven Brauser, who purchased the unit for $10.5 million in 2018 and listed it for $12 million in April.
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Macy’s former Downtown Brooklyn flagship to become five-floor ‘experiential’ retail destination

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July 9, 2026

Macy’s former Downtown Brooklyn flagship to become five-floor ‘experiential’ retail destination

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After shuttering last year and a brief stint as a light installation, Macy's former Downtown Brooklyn flagship will become a massive five-floor "experiential destination." United American Land on Monday unveiled plans for BKX, a 440,000-square-foot retail hub at 422 Fulton Street. The project, the largest block of retail space available in New York City, could accommodate "flagship retail, immersive entertainment, food halls, destination dining, wellness concepts, cultural programming, and large-format branded experiences," according to the developers.
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New York unveils plan to speed up NYC buses across 50 priority corridors

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July 8, 2026

New York unveils plan to speed up NYC buses across 50 priority corridors

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Riders on 50 bus routes across New York City could see their commutes cut by up to six minutes under a new proposal aimed at boosting bus speeds. Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Gov. Kathy Hochul, and the MTA on Wednesday released "Next Stop: Fast Buses, Better Service," a plan outlining service upgrades that transit officials say will improve speed, reliability, and the rider experience citywide. Through a combination of service changes, traffic enforcement upgrades, and road redesigns, officials say the plan could reduce travel times by 20 percent across at least 50 bus corridors.
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185-acre equestrian estate that once belonged to the Carnegie family heads to auction

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July 8, 2026

185-acre equestrian estate that once belonged to the Carnegie family heads to auction

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Previously asking $20 million, this private Hudson Valley estate on 185 acres heads for auction this month, starting at or above $7.95 million. Located in Millbrook Hunt Country, the property, which offers mountain views in every direction, once served as the rural retreat of Andrew Carnegie’s daughter, Margaret Carnegie. In addition to that legacy, the estate’s top-tier equestrian facilities include a 10-stall barn with a tack room, staff housing, and paddocks enclosed with post-and-rail fencing, some with field shelters. The property also features miles of fenced pasture and private riding trails.
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New interactive tool maps the hundreds of languages spoken across NYC

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July 8, 2026

New interactive tool maps the hundreds of languages spoken across NYC

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New York City has launched a new interactive web tool that maps the city’s diverse linguistic landscape at the citywide, borough, and neighborhood levels. Released by the Department of City Planning, the NYC Language Explorer provides users with detailed tables, maps, and charts showing the languages spoken by New Yorkers with limited English proficiency, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. The tool offers a way to better understand the city’s many languages and identify distinct language needs at the local level.
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NYC to release addresses of Upper East Side buildings linked to Legionnaires’ disease outbreak

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July 8, 2026

NYC to release addresses of Upper East Side buildings linked to Legionnaires’ disease outbreak

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New York City is implementing emergency measures after an outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease on the Upper East Side sickened at least 76 people and killed four as of Monday, July 20. Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Tuesday, July 7 directed the city's Department of Health to begin testing cooling towers across the affected area and mobilize more than 100 staff members for community outreach. In an unprecedented move, the administration will publicly release the addresses of buildings whose cooling towers test positive for the bacteria and order property owners to immediately drain, clean, and disinfect the systems to prevent further exposure.
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Pfizer’s former headquarters in Midtown is stable after buckled columns led to evacuations

219-235 East 42nd Street. Photo © Ondel Hylton

July 8, 2026

Pfizer’s former headquarters in Midtown is stable after buckled columns led to evacuations

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The city's Department of Buildings on Tuesday said a high-rise tower under construction in Midtown is now stable after structural columns buckled. The building, Pfizer's former headquarters on 42nd Street, which is currently being converted into a new residential development, was found to be structurally compromised, prompting the city to evacuate several buildings in the area and close surrounding streets. DOB Commissioner Ahmed Tigani on Tuesday night said crews were able to enter and stabilize the impacted floors as part of an emergency intervention. As of Thursday, temporary shoring has been installed from the 9th floor to the underside of the roof, with additional steel columns installed on multiple floors, according to the city.
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Gotham FC will move to Queens in 2028

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July 7, 2026

Gotham FC will move to Queens in 2028

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Gotham FC, the reigning National Women's Soccer League champions, will make Queens their permanent home alongside the New York City Football Club (NYCFC). On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the team's move from New Jersey to Etihad Park, the city’s first-ever professional soccer stadium under construction in Willets Point, in 2028. The fully electric stadium, designed by HOK, is slated to open for NYCFC’s season next spring, establishing Queens as a major hub for soccer across the five boroughs.
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This $6.75M Gowanus compound combines a townhouse, gallery, garage, and lofts in one unusual property

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July 7, 2026

This $6.75M Gowanus compound combines a townhouse, gallery, garage, and lofts in one unusual property

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On an unassuming Brooklyn block near the banks of the re-emergent Gowanus Canal, this one-of-a-kind property at 128 2nd Street includes two free-standing buildings connected by a common backyard. The resulting 4,500 square feet of interior space on an L-shaped double lot adds up to a modern urban compound that goes beyond townhouse living. Asking $6,750,000, the property includes a beautifully renovated three-story townhouse plus a garage, open studio space, and two residential lofts for rental income opportunities.
three units, two buildings, one surprise after another
Brooklyn Heights townhouse sells for $24.5M, the borough’s priciest sale of 2026

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July 7, 2026

Brooklyn Heights townhouse sells for $24.5M, the borough’s priciest sale of 2026

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A Brooklyn Heights townhouse sold for $24.5 million in an off-market deal, marking the borough's most expensive residential deal of the year. The 6,625-square-foot brownstone at 192 Columbia Heights surpassed this year's record, a penthouse in Dumbo that sold for $16.3 million in March. The transaction ranks as the borough's third-most expensive residential sale ever, according to the New York Times. Just two Brooklyn properties have ever fetched higher prices: a 10,000-square-foot mansion in Gravesend that sold for $32 million in 2025 and a four-story home in Brooklyn Heights that sold for $25.5 million in 2021.
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Red Hook rental opens lottery for 239 affordable apartments, from $777/month

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July 6, 2026

Red Hook rental opens lottery for 239 affordable apartments, from $777/month

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Want to live closer to IKEA? A housing lottery opened for 239 mixed-income apartments in a new three-building residential complex in the heart of Red Hook, Brooklyn. Rising eight stories at 498 Columbia Street, the building is the largest of Columbia Commons, the first modern large-scale residential development in the waterfront neighborhood, according to the New York Real Estate Journal. New Yorkers earning 40, 60, and 100 percent of the area median income can apply for the apartments, priced from $777/month studios to $2,668/month two-bedrooms.
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Where to watch the Macy’s July 4th fireworks for free

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July 2, 2026

Where to watch the Macy’s July 4th fireworks for free

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The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show is set for its largest display in its 50-year history in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Commemorating the occasion, Macy's will launch more than 85,000 shells from three locations: the Brooklyn Bridge, the East River near the South Street Seaport, and the Hudson River in collaboration with Jersey City. While there are many ticketed watch parties planned across the five boroughs, the show’s record-breaking scale also means more free viewing locations than in previous years.
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50-story Brooklyn Heights mixed-use tower with 136 apartments and a jazz club breaks ground

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July 2, 2026

50-story Brooklyn Heights mixed-use tower with 136 apartments and a jazz club breaks ground

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Construction began this week on what will become one of Brooklyn's tallest buildings. Located at 205 Montague Street in Brooklyn Heights, One Montague Place will rise roughly 50 stories and include 46 condominiums, 90 rentals, 40,000 square feet of retail, and an ultra-luxe amenity package, including a jazz club. Developed by Landau Properties in partnership with Third Millennium Group and Midtown Equities, and designed by Hill West Architects, One Montague Place will reach 672 feet, making it one of the tallest towers in the borough.
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