Fresh Hell
Fathers Fail to Buy Sons the Flatiron Building
Jacob Garlick, sadly, was nowhere to be found.
Morning Spew
NYPD Officers With Misconduct Histories Are Becoming ‘Florida Heroes’
And more balmy links for your Tuesday.
The State of New York
When Queens Lawmakers Are Also Casino Cheerleaders
Three politicians who appeared in a Resorts World promo will have input in the bidding process.
Fresh Hell
They Tried to Make Squash Happen. Then Pickleball Arrived
How the city's first public squash court fell apart.
Morning Spew
Daniel Penny Blames ‘the System’ for Jordan Neely’s Death
The former Marine gets a sympathetic treatment from the NY Post, and other links that really make you think.
$20 Dinner
The Burger Boom Continues Unabated With Two Terrific New Spots in Soho/Nolita
Wagyu-slinging Not a Damn Chance! and Deux Luxe opened two blocks from each other last Friday.
Podcast
Learning to Ride a Bike in NYC
This week's podcast grapples with the triumphs and tragedies of biking in New York.
Leave Your Apartment
DJ Bodegaparty Wants You to Feel Like You’re in ‘Skins’
Originally from East New York, Csyan Russell is part of a group of young DJs in Brooklyn this columnist looks out for when planning his weekends.
The Cops
The ‘Distracted Police Book’ Is a Zine Made for Eric Adams
An artist collective drummed up more photos of cops on their phones than they could fill a zine with.
Correct Opinions
Outdoor Dining Must Not Interfere With NYC’s Historic Parking Spots
New City Council legislation would preserve NYC's most precious resource: free parking.
Morning Spew
Escape From Manhattan West (a Totally Real Neighborhood)
Haha, but seriously, where is Manhattan West and how do I get down from here? And more ominous links for your week.
The Cops
The NYPD Took This Dog Into Custody Because His Owner Filmed the Police
Harvey’s owner is joined by 2,746 other humans who have been arrested for filming the NYPD in the last two years alone.