The New York City Department of Corrections transferred land on Rikers Island out of its control for the first time in five years. This is a key requirement under the Renewable Rikers Act and a step that had not happened for years. It also marks a shift in how the city is approaching the long-term closure of Rikers. Leader of the Renewable Rikers Coalition Michael Higgings and Darren Mack, of the Freedom Agenda, join the show to break down what happened, why it matters and what comes next.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Tony Shorris as the new president of the Economic Development Corporation (EDC), ending a seven-month search. The EDC is tasked with managing the City's assets and developing long-term economic strategy.

Shorris is a city government veteran who previously served as a first deputy mayor under former Mayor Bill de Blasio.

Tom Grech, of the Queens Chamber of Commerce, joins the show to weigh in on this appointment and what this means for jobs and economic growth in the city.

Mayor Mamdani announced a major overhaul to the city's small business services which aims to cut the red tape, extra expenses and delays that often hold up new businesses when they are trying to get off the ground. News 12 breaks down the OPEN for Small Business policy package and shares the response from local business leaders in the city.