Porcelain New York
Mayor Eric Adams Says the Public Can Pee Freely at City Hall
Yes you may pee in the "people's house," and the Adams administration announced a slow, steady dribble of new public restrooms across New York City.
Cyber
The Future of Journalism Is Secure With Hell A.I.P.S.
An announcement on Hell Gate's plan to save local news using artificial intelligence.
Morning Spew
Some Pro-Palestine Queer Groups Boycotted Queens Pride, While Others Tried to Reclaim It
"We made the decision to occupy space and come out in full force for Palestine."
Leave Your Apartment
Nolita Dirtbag Beckons You Into the Clout Matrix
The first six months to a year of the meme account, says its proprietor, Alex Hartman, “was just making fun of Aime Leon Dore.”
Fresh Hell
2024 Will Be Another Year Without Adult Lap Swim at NYC Pools
For the third consecutive year, the Adams administration is canceling Adult Lap Swim, but there's hope for next year (maybe).
$20 Dinner
ThisBowl Conquers Noho With the Antithesis of the Sad Desk Salad
Three Aussies are gifting NYC with healthy lunch fare that's worth the wait.
The Cops
Hell Gate Finally Gets NYPD to Explain Why They Haven’t Published Legally-Required Clearance Rates
It was like pulling teeth, and their statement raises even more questions.
Power
New York City Council Accuses Mayor Adams of ‘Cowardice’ and ‘Contempt’ as Municipal Power Struggle Enters Strange New Phase
If the first two years of the Mayor Adams/Speaker Adams dynamic was marked by a kind of muted collegiality, 2024 has been especially rocky.
Morning Spew
Would You Believe There’s a Secret Committee in Albany That Decides What Becomes Law?
The State Senate's informal but extremely influential "Working Rules" committee is the most powerful legislative body you've never heard of, plus more links to start your day.
Power
‘The Arab Students of Wagner Would Like to Be Heard’
Six months after October 7, a rift between students and administrators has rocked a Staten Island high school.
Morning Spew
Mayor Adams’s Campaign Sto—Er, Town Hall—Gets Spoiled in Astoria
A contentious community conversation, and more news for your Wednesday.