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Street vendor bill would be ‘the end of small business,’ critics say
Legislation that would expand the number of street vendor permits by 4,000 during the next 10 years would be ruinous to mom-and-pop stores already struggling to pay rent and make payroll during the... To view the full story, click the title link.
Trump’s loan extension on a Park Avenue building shows his debt options
A recently refinanced mortgage for a building in Manhattan might show how Donald Trump is able to deal with his upcoming debt maturities, albeit at a higher cost. Investors Bank agreed to extend... To view the full story, click the title link.
Existing-home sales rose last month, capping best year since 2006
Sales of previously owned U.S. homes increased unexpectedly last month, capping the best year for the housing market since 2006 as historically low mortgage rates helped power demand. Contract... To view the full story, click the title link.
Times Square developer eyes casino to anchor Broadway project
The company behind a $2.5 billion project in Times Square is pitching a casino to anchor the development. L&L Holding is exploring building a casino at 1568 Broadway, where the company is working... To view the full story, click the title link.

Change of Plans: Transit Funding Priorities Shift in the Silicon Valley
Santa Clara County cities rebel against the agency's proposed plan to spend most of the Measure B funds on a Silicon Valley BART extension.
Will Train Travel Be More Popular Post-COVID-19?
Train trips via Amtrak may get a boost due to COVID-related concerns about flying.
Kicking Commercial-to-Residential Conversions Into High Gear
A plan included in New York Gov. Andre Cuomo's draft 2022 budget will make it easier to do adaptive reuse for new housing in New York City.
Friday Funny: Bernie's Latest Meme, Anywhere and Everywhere
Next to the words of Inauguration poet Amanda Gorman, the most lasting impression from Inauguration Day might be an image of Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.