Save Room For These Black-Owned Restaurants in NYC!
Every year, millions of people come to New York City from all over the world to enjoy the beautiful architecture, world-class museums, and great shopping. But if you’re coming to the city that never sleeps, you’re going to have to eat….right?. Suggested Reading. Luckily, there are lots...
Adams appointee backs out of Rent Guidelines Board
Mayor Eric Adams’ efforts to stack the Rent Guidelines Board have hit a snag. Lliam Finn, a senior financial advisor with Merrill Lynch, has decided against serving as a public representative on the board less than two weeks after Adams appointed him, three sources with knowledge of the decision confirmed to The Real...
Someone Borrowed, Someone Blue: Mamdani Slowly Builds Team with Fresh and Familiar Faces
Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City’s next mayor on Jan. 1. In the weeks since his win, he’s been slowly building out his administration, although there are some key roles still not filled — including deputy mayor for operations, a schools chancellor, and the head of the Department of Transportation.
Mamdani expected to name transportation veteran Mike Flynn to lead department
Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2026. Donate today. Zohran Mamdani is tapping Mike Flynn, an experienced city planner, to lead the Department of Transportation, according to two sources familiar with the decision. The position of DOT commissioner is a crucial pick for soon-to-be Mayor Mamdani,...
Designer Michael Kors, Rosie Perez will headline new God’s Love distribution center opening
INDUSTRY CITY — THE NEW BROOKLYN DISTRIBUTION CENTER FOR the nonprofit God’s Love We Deliver will open on Jan. 8, with celebrities joining the volunteers in serving specially tailored meals for people with chronic or serious medical conditions. Actor and activist Rosie Perez, fashion designer Michael Kors, God’s...
Mamdani appoints Ahmed Tigani as DOB commissioner
Zohran Mamdani has added a Department of Buildings commissioner to his incoming administration. The mayor-elect announced on Wednesday the appointment of Ahmed Tigani, Mayor Eric Adams’ acting commissioner of the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, as the head of the agency. The announcement comes...
MTA’s new ‘modern’ subway gates send unlucky 5-year-old to hospital after head gets stuck
The MTA’s new “modern” fare gates have claimed yet another victim, this time catching the head of a 5-year-old girl, sending her to the hospital with swelling, according to her mother and the FDNY. The kid’s head got stuck between the doors at the Broadway-Lafayette station around 1:40 p.m. on Dec. 19. She was taken...
A$AP Rocky Pays January Rent for Every Tenant in His Harlem Building
Rocky partners with Bilt to pay rent for residents in his childhood Harlem building. Rent-free campaign coincides with release of Rocky's first album in 8 years. Gesture reflects Rocky's deep connection to Harlem and desire to give back. A$AP Rocky is turning a personal milestone into a powerful act of...
Suspect wanted for punching man, 65, in face in Brooklyn
Police released a suspect photo on Wednesday of a man wanted in connection to the assault of an older man in Brooklyn last week. East New York
20 US Bakeries With Top-Tier Sourdough Bread
If you're not ready to develop your baking skills, these 20 U.S. bakeries sell outstanding sourdough bread and are well worth a visit if you're craving a loaf.
