The Fatal Eviction of Eleanor Bumpurs
In her new book "Tell Her Story: Eleanor Bumpurs & the Police Killing That Galvanized New York City," history professor LaShawn Harris shares the full story of Bumpurs's life and death.
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Two Days Inside Brooklyn's Eviction Machine
Evictions are back to pre-pandemic levels. Here's what that looks like on the ground.
Queens Judge Fines Landlord's Attorney For Using 'Incoherent' AI Slop in Court Papers
The attorney claims he was hacked but says he "should have caught it."
Eric Adams Says He’s the ‘Most Pro-Housing Mayor’ in NYC History. Is He?
Adams has made some bold claims about his housing record ahead of his Hail Mary bid for reelection. Here's a look behind the numbers.
Meet Kenny Burgos, Your Landlord's Favorite TikTok Star
The former state Assemblymember is taking a page out of his old high school classmate Zohran Mamdani's book to post walk-and-talk videos online.
The FARE Act Doomsaying Hasn't Come to Pass—But NYC Real Estate Brokers Are Still Playing Games
One month after the bill that banned forced broker fees took effect, renters are still navigating a housing market rife with confusion and trickery.
Even Steve Croman's Dad Thinks He's a 'Fraudster'
The notorious New York City landlord is being sued by his 87-year-old father for "rampant fraudulent mismanagement" of their properties.
Randy Mastro Saves Elizabeth Street Garden, Kills Senior Housing
"This is just a really shameful statement of values," Open New York Executive Director Annemarie Gray told Hell Gate.
Elizabeth Street Garden vs. Senior Housing: What Do Lower East Side Seniors Think?
"Put this in your newspaper: People need a roof over their heads more than a garden."
Ding, Dong, the Forced Broker Fee Is Dead: Now What?
How will the FARE Act affect renting in NYC? We answer your burning questions.
A Crown Heights Building's Rat Infestation Gets a Livestream
Tenants of the Jewish Hospital complex in Crown Heights say the rat problem has gotten out of control, and one resident has even set up a livestream.