Eric Adams, Beyond Parody

A trip to the Inner Circle, and other links to start your day.

The MTA Boss and a Mess of Reporters Chase Mayor Adams and Trump’s Transportation Secretary Through the 'Shithole' Subways

Sean Duffy and Mayor Adams wanted a MAGA photo op in the subway system—without having to meet a bunch of reporters and the head of the transit system.

I'm Going to Miss the Old Subway Map

I need time to mourn. Old MTA subway map, you were loved (by me at least).

NYPD Commissioner Tisch Is Lobbying Hard to Bring Back the System That Failed Kalief Browder. Her Argument Doesn’t Add Up

Tisch keeps blaming recidivism on discovery reform, but offers no evidence.

Ben Ratliff Wants You to Set Off and Experience Music's 'Quality of Motion'

The music critic returns with a book about processes—of running, writing, and listening—and a slate of recommendations for shows in the city.