'And Then We Took the Rat to a Vet': An Evening With NYC's Foremost Rodent Enthusiasts

At the launch party for the new zine "Street Leather," there were cocktails featuring cheese, delightful rodent stories, and plenty of photos of smashed rats.

This White Guy From a Private Security Firm Will Definitely Fix the FDNY's Deep-Seated Culture of Sexism

After the first female commissioner resigned, a return to form. And other links to start your day!

Brooklyn Is Becoming a Sponge

The country's most ambitious effort to deploy "sponge streets" as a flood mitigation tool is happening right here in New York City.

GUNK Wants You to Know This August Is 'Stacked' With Good Music

The DIY showpaper is celebrating a year of existence and inviting people to get involved.

NYPD Exec's Busy Week Ends With a Body Slam

And more stories to close out your week.