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In NYC's hyper-competitive real estate market, a new report finds cash is king https://gothamist.com/news/in-nycs-hyper-competitive-real-estate-market-a-new-report-finds-cash-is-king
In NYC's hyper-competitive real estate market, a new report finds cash is king
A new report from the Center for NYC Neighborhoods found that all cash buyers are dominated the city's housing market.
More than 60% of homebuyers paid for the entire property upfront in the first half of the year. [ more › ]
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November 28, 2025 at 6:06 PM
In NYC's hyper-competitive real estate market, a new report finds cash is king https://gothamist.com/news/in-nycs-hyper-competitive-real-estate-market-a-new-report-finds-cash-is-king
Nassau County exec plans wall of surveillance cameras at NYC-Long Island border https://gothamist.com/news/nassau-county-exec-plans-wall-of-surveillance-cameras-at-nyc-long-island-border
Nassau County exec plans wall of surveillance cameras at NYC-Long Island border
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman handily won re-election in November.
Bruce Blakeman said he’s boosting surveillance and facial recognition, citing Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s policies. [ more › ]
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November 28, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Nassau County exec plans wall of surveillance cameras at NYC-Long Island border https://gothamist.com/news/nassau-county-exec-plans-wall-of-surveillance-cameras-at-nyc-long-island-border
Subway trains on the L line covered in filth after MTA car washer breaks down https://gothamist.com/news/subway-trains-on-the-l-line-covered-in-filth-after-mta-car-washer-breaks-down
Subway trains on the L line covered in filth after MTA car washer breaks down
If you ride the L train, maybe avoid touch the outside of the line's subway cars.
Crews can clean the insides of subway cars on the L line, but the exteriors are getting filthier by the day. [ more › ]
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November 28, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Subway trains on the L line covered in filth after MTA car washer breaks down https://gothamist.com/news/subway-trains-on-the-l-line-covered-in-filth-after-mta-car-washer-breaks-down
NY businesses prep for holiday crowds, sales … and maybe raids by immigration agents https://gothamist.com/news/ny-businesses-prep-for-holiday-crowds-sales-and-maybe-raids-by-immigration-agents
NY businesses prep for holiday crowds, sales … and maybe raids by immigration agents
Here's what business owners and employees are learning about their rights in the event immigration agents visit. [ more › ]
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November 28, 2025 at 1:04 PM
NY businesses prep for holiday crowds, sales … and maybe raids by immigration agents https://gothamist.com/news/ny-businesses-prep-for-holiday-crowds-sales-and-maybe-raids-by-immigration-agents
Report criticizes NYC trash plan, argues recycling should also go in containers https://gothamist.com/news/report-criticizes-nyc-trash-plan-argues-recycling-should-also-go-in-containers
Report criticizes NYC trash plan, argues recycling should also go in containers
Trash bag mountains are being banned across the city, but recycling piles like these are permitted.
The sanitation department is working to ban trash bag mountains from sidewalks. Advocates argue recycling should be included. [ more › ]
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November 28, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Report criticizes NYC trash plan, argues recycling should also go in containers https://gothamist.com/news/report-criticizes-nyc-trash-plan-argues-recycling-should-also-go-in-containers
NYCHA planned to start Chelsea demolition by end of year. Then came the holdouts. https://gothamist.com/news/nycha-planned-to-start-chelsea-demolition-by-end-of-year-then-came-the-holdouts
NYCHA planned to start Chelsea demolition by end of year. Then came the holdouts.
A sign opposing the redevelopment plan.
The project would replace the public housing complex with affordable and market-rate housing. NYCHA said the redevelopment will stay on schedule. [ more › ]
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November 27, 2025 at 6:08 PM
NYCHA planned to start Chelsea demolition by end of year. Then came the holdouts. https://gothamist.com/news/nycha-planned-to-start-chelsea-demolition-by-end-of-year-then-came-the-holdouts
The Zabar’s vote: In race for Rep. Jerry Nadler's old seat, where do shoppers stand? https://gothamist.com/news/the-zabars-vote-in-race-for-rep-jerry-nadlers-old-seat-where-do-shoppers-stand
The Zabar’s vote: In race for Rep. Jerry Nadler's old seat, where do shoppers stand?
Zabar's is one of the most esteemed landmarks within NY-12.
Voters in a high-profile congressional district are being treated to a buffet of candidates to discuss around the Thanksgiving dinner table. [ more › ]
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November 27, 2025 at 4:09 PM
The Zabar’s vote: In race for Rep. Jerry Nadler's old seat, where do shoppers stand? https://gothamist.com/news/the-zabars-vote-in-race-for-rep-jerry-nadlers-old-seat-where-do-shoppers-stand
A dilapidated bridge in Prospect Park is way overdue for a glow-up https://gothamist.com/news/a-dilapidated-bridge-in-prospect-park-is-way-overdue-for-a-glow-up
A dilapidated bridge in Prospect Park is way overdue for a glow-up
The Terrace Bridge in Prospect Park has seen better days.
Inspectors listed the Terrace Bridge in "poor" condition in 2009. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 27, 2025 at 12:06 PM
A dilapidated bridge in Prospect Park is way overdue for a glow-up https://gothamist.com/news/a-dilapidated-bridge-in-prospect-park-is-way-overdue-for-a-glow-up
Trump, Mamdani go after Con Ed rate hikes as NY approves modest increase https://gothamist.com/news/trump-mamdani-go-after-con-ed-rate-hikes-as-ny-approves-modest-increase
Trump, Mamdani go after Con Ed rate hikes as NY approves modest increase
Con Edison headquarters near Union Square where you could hear a pin drop during the Mamdani, Trump press conference.
The president and incoming mayor agree on very little, except that Con Ed's rates are too high. [ more › ]
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November 27, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Trump, Mamdani go after Con Ed rate hikes as NY approves modest increase https://gothamist.com/news/trump-mamdani-go-after-con-ed-rate-hikes-as-ny-approves-modest-increase
NYPD says no specific threats to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, but security will be tight https://gothamist.com/news/nypd-says-no-specific-threats-to-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade-but-security-will-be-tight
NYPD says no specific threats to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, but security will be tight
Parade veterans Snoopy and Woodstock floated down Manhattan's West Side Thursday.
Authorities say officers will be posted along the route, with drones, helicopters and hidden teams working behind the scenes. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 27, 2025 at 10:09 AM
NYPD says no specific threats to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, but security will be tight https://gothamist.com/news/nypd-says-no-specific-threats-to-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade-but-security-will-be-tight
Moderate NYC Councilmember Julie Menin says she has support to be speaker https://gothamist.com/news/moderate-nyc-councilmember-julie-menin-says-she-has-support-to-be-speaker
Moderate NYC Councilmember Julie Menin says she has support to be speaker
Councilmember Julie Menin's office says her rat-killing method "demonstrated an impressive eradication rate."
Menin is seen as a potential bulwark against Zohran Mamdani's progressive policies. [ more › ]
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November 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Moderate NYC Councilmember Julie Menin says she has support to be speaker https://gothamist.com/news/moderate-nyc-councilmember-julie-menin-says-she-has-support-to-be-speaker
NY AG James sues Trump admin for trying to block green card holders from SNAP benefits https://gothamist.com/news/ny-ag-james-sues-trump-admin-for-trying-to-block-green-card-holders-from-snap-benefits
NY AG James sues Trump admin for trying to block green card holders from SNAP benefits
A store displays a sign accepting Electronic Benefits Transfer cards for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) purchases for groceries.
The lawsuit says the U.S. Department of Agriculture is unlawfully asking states to strip benefits from lawful permanent residents. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM
NY AG James sues Trump admin for trying to block green card holders from SNAP benefits https://gothamist.com/news/ny-ag-james-sues-trump-admin-for-trying-to-block-green-card-holders-from-snap-benefits
The perfect Thanksgiving NYC indie film almost didn't get made https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/the-perfect-thanksgiving-nyc-indie-film-almost-didnt-get-made
The perfect Thanksgiving NYC indie film almost didn't get made
Katie Holmes at the NYC premiere of the film "Pieces of April"
At the turn of the century, Katie Holmes starred in "Piece of April," James Hedges' now-cult classic. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:05 PM
The perfect Thanksgiving NYC indie film almost didn't get made https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/the-perfect-thanksgiving-nyc-indie-film-almost-didnt-get-made
Early Addition: The MTA is prepping for a surge of tourists littering in Midtown https://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-the-mta-is-prepping-for-a-surge-of-tourists-littering-in-midtown
Early Addition: The MTA is prepping for a surge of tourists littering in Midtown
Because 'tis the season, here are your early links: Mamdani cleaning house at City Hall, Hofstra men's soccer team is rolling, Macaulay Culkin's idea for another "Home Alone" movie and more. [ more › ]
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November 26, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Early Addition: The MTA is prepping for a surge of tourists littering in Midtown https://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-the-mta-is-prepping-for-a-surge-of-tourists-littering-in-midtown
NYC area poised for 35 mph wind gusts, chilly temps on Thanksgiving https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-area-poised-for-35-mph-wind-gusts-chilly-temps-on-thanksgiving
NYC area poised for 35 mph wind gusts, chilly temps on Thanksgiving
Snoopy of “Peanuts” fame floats in the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade in Manhattan on Nov. 24, 2022.
A cold front will move through the region, according to the National Weather Service. [ more › ]
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November 26, 2025 at 1:32 PM
NYC area poised for 35 mph wind gusts, chilly temps on Thanksgiving https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-area-poised-for-35-mph-wind-gusts-chilly-temps-on-thanksgiving
Where to get a free Thanksgiving Day meal in NYC https://gothamist.com/news/where-to-get-a-free-thanksgiving-day-meal-in-nyc
Where to get a free Thanksgiving Day meal in NYC
Volunteers Hannah and Anne Vobis of Lindenhurst, New York and Erica Reichlin, owner of Cornucopia's Noshery in Amityville, New York prepare pie to go with the Thanksgiving dinner plates at American Legion Post 1120 in Lindenhurst on November 25, 2021.
Here's a roundup of free Thanksgiving Day events in New York City. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 26, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Where to get a free Thanksgiving Day meal in NYC https://gothamist.com/news/where-to-get-a-free-thanksgiving-day-meal-in-nyc
Rikers inmates increasingly need mental health help. New jails won’t fix that, report says https://gothamist.com/news/rikers-inmates-increasingly-need-mental-health-help-new-jails-wont-fix-that-report-says
Rikers inmates increasingly need mental health help. New jails won’t fix that, report says
File photo of a July, 2023, protest in New York City over conditions at Rikers Island.
The percentage of incarcerated people those with mental health needs is growing, according to new data. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 26, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Rikers inmates increasingly need mental health help. New jails won’t fix that, report says https://gothamist.com/news/rikers-inmates-increasingly-need-mental-health-help-new-jails-wont-fix-that-report-says
NYCHA bribery crackdown ends with guilty pleas from all 70 workers charged https://gothamist.com/news/nycha-bribery-crackdown-ends-with-guilty-pleas-from-all-70-workers-charged
NYCHA bribery crackdown ends with guilty pleas from all 70 workers charged
The Queensbridge North Houses in Queens, one of the city’s largest public housing developments.
Federal prosecutors say employees took cash in exchange for no-bid repair contracts, affecting hundreds of public housing buildings across New York City. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:39 PM
NYCHA bribery crackdown ends with guilty pleas from all 70 workers charged https://gothamist.com/news/nycha-bribery-crackdown-ends-with-guilty-pleas-from-all-70-workers-charged
NYC distributes first-ever nightlife grants, totaling over $350K https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/nyc-distributes-first-ever-nightlife-grants-totaling-over-350k
NYC distributes first-ever nightlife grants, totaling over $350K
ONL Executive Director Jeff Garcia and SBS Commissioner Dynishal Gross.
Cultural organizations across all five boroughs received awards. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:08 PM
NYC distributes first-ever nightlife grants, totaling over $350K https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/nyc-distributes-first-ever-nightlife-grants-totaling-over-350k
A Manhattan man accused of stabbing his 80-year-old neighbor to death in the neighbor’s apartment told a 911 operator he had a “psychotic break” and “killed” him with a knife, according to prosecutors.
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Man says he had ‘psychotic break and killed’ his 80-year-old neighbor: Manhattan prosecutors
The 45-year-old man is charged with murder in the deadly stabbing in Washington Heights.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:04 PM
A Manhattan man accused of stabbing his 80-year-old neighbor to death in the neighbor’s apartment told a 911 operator he had a “psychotic break” and “killed” him with a knife, according to prosecutors.
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Al-fresco dining plummeted under the city’s new outdoor dining program compared to during the pandemic because restaurants themselves aren’t finishing their applications.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Al-fresco dining plummeted under the city’s new outdoor dining program compared to during the pandemic because restaurants themselves aren’t finishing their applications.
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Times Square unveils largest-ever New Year’s Eve Ball with circular crystals https://gothamist.com/news/times-square-unveils-largest-ever-new-years-eve-ball-with-circular-crystals
Times Square unveils largest-ever New Year’s Eve Ball with circular crystals
The new Constellation Ball rises above One Times Square ahead of its New Year’s Eve debut.
The new Constellation Ball is bigger, brighter and interactive and will debut in Times Square on Dec. 31. [ more › ]
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November 25, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Times Square unveils largest-ever New Year’s Eve Ball with circular crystals https://gothamist.com/news/times-square-unveils-largest-ever-new-years-eve-ball-with-circular-crystals
New Jersey could become the next state to ban cell phones in schools https://gothamist.com/news/new-jersey-could-become-the-next-state-to-ban-cell-phones-in-schools
New Jersey could become the next state to ban cell phones in schools
New Jersey lawmakers are moving forward with plans to ban cell phones in schools.
Legislators are working to pass a bill during the current lame duck session that would keep kids off their phones while in class. [ more › ]
gothamist.com
November 25, 2025 at 11:33 AM
New Jersey could become the next state to ban cell phones in schools https://gothamist.com/news/new-jersey-could-become-the-next-state-to-ban-cell-phones-in-schools
The hottest clubs in NYC these days are volunteer trash pickup groups https://gothamist.com/news/the-hottest-clubs-in-nyc-these-days-are-volunteer-trash-pickup-groups
The hottest clubs in NYC these days are volunteer trash pickup groups
The Pick-up Pigeons flocked to Cypress Hills last month, where they collected heaps of litter from streets and sidewalks.
The city's notoriously filthy streets are giving rise to a new generation of volunteer groups that want to make neighborhoods across the city a little cleaner. [ more › ]
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November 25, 2025 at 11:07 AM
The hottest clubs in NYC these days are volunteer trash pickup groups https://gothamist.com/news/the-hottest-clubs-in-nyc-these-days-are-volunteer-trash-pickup-groups
How New Yorkers are stretching their dollars to afford food https://gothamist.com/news/how-new-yorkers-are-stretching-their-dollars-to-afford-food
How New Yorkers are stretching their dollars to afford food
A man stacks fruit at a grocery store on November 06, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.
Gothamist readers shared how they’re getting by amid SNAP cuts and rising costs. [ more › ]
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November 24, 2025 at 4:04 PM
How New Yorkers are stretching their dollars to afford food https://gothamist.com/news/how-new-yorkers-are-stretching-their-dollars-to-afford-food