Express Desk Reporter

Max Harrison-Caldwell

Nightlife may take a hit as officials begin enforcing a law that bans smoking on bar patios and outside entrances.

A mysterious man with a phony stamp has been added to the city's "bad actors" list, which identifies corrupt permit expediters.

Tiny metal dots made this chef fork over $800 for a one-page, 58-word letter — to avoid a $10,000 fine.

Beyond making alcohol available on public streets, a successful party zone means investing in a vibe shift. 


One church endured more than 10 years of city bureaucracy to build affordable housing on its land. A new YIGBY law could be a game changer.