Congestion pricing gains support among city residents

CrainsNewYork.com (Hospitality and Tourism) 3/10 8:25A Michelle Kaske, Bloomberg

New York City’s controversial congestion pricing initiative is gradually gaining support, although the new toll has yet to win over a majority of voters. The fee started on Jan. 5, with most drivers paying $9 to enter Manhattan south of 60th...

MTA’s credit at risk without congestion pricing, Moody’s says

CrainsNewYork.com (Hospitality and Tourism) 3/10 8:19A Caroline Spivack

The credit ratings agency Moody’s hinted at a downgrade to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s credit if the Trump administration is successful in killing congestion pricing. Such a move would raise the cost of borrowing for the agency...

On Politics: Adrienne Adams looks like a serious mayoral contender

CrainsNewYork.com (Hospitality and Tourism) 3/10 7:57A Ross Barkan

Adrienne Adams is officially a candidate for mayor of New York City. The City Council speaker is the latest and (likely) final major entry into the Democratic primary, following Andrew Cuomo. Adams, who is of no relation to Mayor Eric Adams,...

City plans closure of Rockaway senior health center

CrainsNewYork.com (Media & Entertainment) 3/10 5:14A Amanda D Ambrosio

The city’s public hospital system is planning to shutter a medical center in the Rockaways that provides day services to seniors. Though the facility has become underused in recent years, some local officials are voicing concerns that the closure...

Editorial: State's effort to hire axed federal employees is a smart move

CrainsNewYork.com (Hospitality and Tourism) 3/10 1:03A The editors

Savvy companies seize every opportunity to hire talent from competitors. So why not the state and local government? Gov. Kathy Hochul has smartly launched a program encouraging former federal employees abruptly fired by President Donald Trump and...

Secrets of MoMA: A Parent's Guide to Getting the Most Out of a Visit with Kids

Mommy Poppins 3/9 3:28A Diana Kim

The Museum of Modern Art has always been one of our favorite NYC museums to visit with kids . It's a gem among the city's world-class cultural institutions. You'll see some of the world's most famous...

New York’s middle market companies to prepare for growth at panel discussion

CrainsNewYork.com (Hospitality and Tourism) 3/7 5:43A https://www.crainsnewyork.com/cr

With the economy evolving rapidly, many job-creating middle-market companies are adjusting their strategies to seize new opportunities and position themselves for growth. Industry leaders will gather for a panel discussion on how they are...

Adams appoints 4 new deputy mayors to replace resigning aides

CrainsNewYork.com (Hospitality and Tourism) 3/7 4:23A Nick Garber

Mayor Eric Adams announced four new deputy mayors on Friday to replace the four respected aides whose planned resignations have destabilized his administration. Adolfo Carrión, Jr., Kaz Daughtry, Suzanne Miles-Gustave and Jeffrey D. Roth will...

Top Kid-Friendly Science Museums in New York City

Mommy Poppins 3/7 3:54A Yuliya Geikhman

Curious kids and budding scientists have so many options when it comes to science museums for kids in New York City. From the well-known American Museum of Natural History to smaller museums with...

H+H CEO says service reductions unavoidable amid looming federal budget cuts

CrainsNewYork.com (Media & Entertainment) 3/7 12:33A Amanda D Ambrosio

The city’s public hospital system is bracing for potential losses in the next few years amid looming federal budget cuts, which could force it to reduce services, its chief executive said. New York City Health + Hospitals, which operates 11...

Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joins mayor’s race

CrainsNewYork.com (Hospitality and Tourism) 3/6 3:04A Nick Garber

New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams is running for mayor, becoming the 10th entrant into the crowded Democratic primary race to unseat Eric Adams. Speaker Adams confirmed her plans late Wednesday, saying that “it’s time to stand up.”...

At a Glance: March 6

CrainsNewYork.com (Media & Entertainment) 3/6 12:33A Amanda D Ambrosio, Ethan Geringe

PUBLIC HOSPITALS BUDGETING: With preliminary budget hearings beginning this week, the City Council will hold its first health-related inquest of the cycle with an oversight hearing of New York City Health + Hospitals’ preliminary budget proposal....

New Yorkers stressed by prices now face higher electricity bills

CrainsNewYork.com (Media & Entertainment) 3/5 11:23A Arvelisse Bonilla Ramos, Josh Sa

No one expects city living to come cheap. But even as rents soar across the five boroughs and egg prices can top $10 per dozen, residents now face the prospect of another cost increase they can’t control: a jump in their electric bills. Energy...

Universal Music nears deal for offices at Vornado's Penn 2

CrainsNewYork.com (Media & Entertainment) 3/5 10:43A Natalie Wong and Nacha Cattan, B

Universal Music Group NV is in talks with Vornado Realty Trust to take office space at the landlord's newly upgraded Penn 2 tower in Manhattan, according to people with knowledge of the matter. Universal Music is discussing a lease that would...

Trump policies could damage city’s finances, Adams’ budget director warns

CrainsNewYork.com (Media & Entertainment) 3/5 9:57A Nick Garber

Mayor Eric Adams may be taking a friendly approach toward President Donald Trump, but his budget director painted a stark picture on Wednesday of how the city’s finances could be threatened by the White House’s policies. Budget director Jacques...