New York, NY
- tompkins square park in the East Village is slated for a nearly $10 million recreation makeover. the plans include a kiddie pool, a new outdoor gym and eco upgrades.
- NYC Council voted for Romanch's Law, which sets a 2028 deadline for the existing horse carriage licenses in New York City to expire. it also calls for a transition plan for the workers and horses.
- relative arts is lowkey tucked between apartments on a quiet east village street. it's an indigenous community space focused on fashion, design and preserving tribal cultures.
- early voting in NJ starts saturday, and there's a 2026 midterm voter's guide covering everything you need. voters in Hoboken are lining up to cast their ballots.
- a 4-story billboard could light up Herald Square in Manhattan, and the borough president is asking the city to reject the special permit for it.