The next battle in the war over the city’s soda ban proposal has been set for this spring.
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City Council to introduce bill for city ID cards
The city took its first steps in creating a system that will help people identify themselves as a New Yorker.
Cronut bakery reopens after mice infestation
The famous SoHo bakery wasn’t going to let some pests ruin its prized treat.
Gillibrand wants better enforcement of sex-assault laws at colleges
The New York senator said too many women are not only victimized on campus but also their schools fail to provide the necessary support.
Daniel Murphy defends decision to miss games for son’s birth
The Mets second baseman said he doesn’t regret missing the first two games of the season to be with his wife and newborn.
‘Shop and frisk’ solutions discussed by Sharpton, Bratton
The Rev. Al Sharpton and the new police commissioner say they are making headway in fighting racial profiling inside department stores.
New York is most compact city in US: Report
The city’s compact nature may be a pain to travel, but it a study shows it actually helps move urban areas into the 21st century.
New push for 10 cent fee on plastic and paper bags
The city council is looking for a new way to make the Big Apple more green.
Human Rights Project releases report card on City Council
A New York watch dog group ranked the city’s elected officials for their work in promoting human rights.
Smokers rights group sues city over e-cig ban
Smokers rights groups say the city’s plan to ban e-cigarettes from bars is going too far.
9/11 Memorial Museum to open in May
The 9/11 Memorial Museum will open its doors in May after months of planning and construction.
NYCHA boilers damaged by Sandy will be replaced by FEMA
Relief is coming for thousands of NYCHA residents who are still struggling from Sandy.
Gay pride parade organizers welcome Catholic League’s intent to march
The Catholic League continues to fight to have its views presented, but LGBT groups say they are OK with the conservative group voicing their opinion at the gay pride parade.
Teen arrested for sneaking to the top of the World Trade Center
A New Jersey teen’s antics didn’t sit too well with the mayor and law enforcement officials.
L’Wren Scott death a suicide by hanging: Medical Examiner
Investigators continue to probe the fashion designer’s death.
Explosion, building collapse reported in East Harlem
East Harlem was rocked with a devastating explosion that displaced hundreds of residents.
President Obama makes surprise visit to midtown Gap
The president gave the entire staff of a Midtown Gap an afternoon shock when he showed up to by clothes for his family.
New York comes in second in most ‘selfiest’ cities list
The city is the second best metro area for anyone who wants a shot of themselves, according to a Time Magazine study.
Missing Brooklyn boy found in subway
An 11-year-old missing boy came home safe and sound thanks to the work of a watchful straphanger, a cop and his trusty canine.
City Planning approves Domino redevelopment plan
The plan to turn the former Domino Sugar factory into Williamsburg’s newest hot spot passed another hurdle.