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State Judge Extends Eviction Moratorium Until October, Citing ‘Sudden High-Volume Influx of Eviction

The moratorium does little to protect the 14,000 tenants whose evictions began before the coronavirus pandemic.

Archie’s Pizzeria Closes Amid Sexual Assault and Misconduct Allegations Against Co-Owner

Women who worked with Diego Macias say he engaged in a pattern of sexual abuse against them and was never disciplined, even though Archie’s knew about the grievances.

A New Executive Order Allows Courts to Pause Evictions for Another Month

But the state must cancel rent, community groups say. Some 14,000 renters could still be evicted during the pandemic.

Are You a New Yorker Who’s Lost Income? Apply to the COVID Rent Relief Program—and Quickly.

The deadline is July 30. Here’s how to submit an application.

The MTA, Hemorrhaging $200 Million Per Week, Calls For Federal Bailout

The steep decline in MTA ridership is a gift to public health. But it has precipitated an historic financial crisis.