NYC NOW Midday News: Another Manhattan Casino Plan Rejected, NYC Sees Rise in Public Urination Summonses, and New Jersey Approves Human Composting
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Sep 22, 2025 Manhattan’s East Side casino proposal faces another rejection, continuing the borough's unsuccessful attempts to host gaming venues. Public urination summonses have skyrocketed nearly fivefold, raising eyebrows across the city. A tragic incident in Queens leaves a 13-year-old critically injured after a shooting outside a local Dunkin’. Meanwhile, in New Jersey, lawmakers have embraced human composting, offering families a unique alternative to traditional burial and cremation. The process is already being utilized, sparking interesting conversations about its impact.
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Manhattan Casino Bids Keep Failing
- Manhattan community panels rejected three separate casino proposals including an East Side site next to the UN.
- Five other proposals still compete for three downstate licenses expected to be awarded by year-end.
Public Urination Summonses Surge
- New city data shows public urination summonses rose nearly fivefold from 2021–22 to 2024–25.
- Individual cases can result in fines, as illustrated by a $50 penalty mentioned in the report.
Man Fined After Bathroom Was Closed
- William Singleton tried to use a restaurant bathroom that was out of order and crossed the street to urinate, then received a ticket.
- A judge later ordered him to pay a $50 fine for the offense.