Willets Point redevelopment leads to millions spent on lobbyists
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen put nearly $1.8M toward lobbying efforts for his casino scheme, while NYCFC's owners have pushed lobbyist spending to record highs.
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We published more than 750 articles in 2025: Here are the 10 most-viewed posts this year.
Citi Field parking lot casino recommended to receive a license
Billionaire New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's $8 billion Metropolitan Park development in Willets Point is on the verge of receiving one of three new casino licenses in New York City after receiving its latest approval.
Etihad Park proposed as possible 2031 Women's World Cup venue
Joint bidders the United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica officially included the under-construction Queens soccer stadium as one of 50 possible venues for matches during the 2031 Women's World Cup.
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Episode 75: Where the failed Moussa Sylla transfer leaves NYCFC
Unpacking all the twists of the Moussa Sylla transfer saga and where New York City FC might turn now after not signing the FC Schalke 04 striker.