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New York Sues Over $1.4B Offshore Wind Deals

New York is leading a coalition of states in two federal lawsuits challenging $1.4 billion in federal agreements to cancel four planned offshore wind leases. The cases involve agreements with Bluepoint Wind and Invenergy, including projects off New York's coast that had been expected to connect to New York City's electric grid. State officials argue that the federal government improperly used money from the Judgment Fund to compensate the companies for abandoning the projects and are asking federal courts to void the lease cancellations. According to the New York Attorney General's office, the two canceled New York projects were projected to generate more than $16 billion in investment and create more than 2,800 jobs in the state.

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DoorDash Reaches $131.5M Settlement With NYC

DoorDash has reached a $131.5 million settlement with New York City following an investigation into payments to the company's delivery workers. More than $115 million will be distributed to over 260,000 workers who experienced underpayments, late payments or other minimum-pay violations, while more than $16 million will go toward civil penalties and costs. The agreement also establishes a three-year monitoring system requiring DoorDash to provide detailed monthly data to the city's Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. Workers will also be able to share trip and earnings information directly with the city through new technology being developed with outside partners. Eligible workers are expected to begin receiving settlement payments this fall.

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NY AG Secures Terms in Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal

New York Attorney General Letitia James and attorneys general from 11 other states have reached an antitrust settlement with Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery that establishes conditions for their major media combination. Under the agreement, Paramount must maintain minimum annual film-release levels and increase domestic film-production spending by $1.5 billion over five years. The companies must also negotiate fees for their respective cable channels separately, while an independent editorial board will oversee CNN and CBS. The settlement includes financial penalties if Paramount misses certain film-production requirements and provisions involving unionized entertainment workers. The agreement resolves lawsuits brought by the states and the Writers Guild of America and clears a major legal obstacle to Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.

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New York Moves Ahead With RAISE Act AI Regulations

New York is moving forward with implementation of the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act, establishing new transparency and reporting requirements for large developers of advanced artificial intelligence models. Beginning in November, covered developers are expected to begin registering with the state and preparing for requirements that take effect in January 2027. The law requires covered companies to publish safety frameworks, report specified critical safety incidents within 72 hours and submit information about potential catastrophic risks. Oversight will be handled through New York's new Office of Digital Innovation, Governance, Integrity and Trust, known as DIGIT. The state has also appointed Marc Gilman as deputy director for RAISE Act implementation as it builds the new regulatory operation.

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Rockefeller Foundation Unites 100 Former World Leaders

The New York-based Rockefeller Foundation has brought together nearly 100 former heads of state and government in a joint appeal for stronger international cooperation on challenges ranging from conflict and climate change to migration, pandemics and artificial intelligence. The statement calls on current leaders to develop shared principles based on human dignity, the rule of law, mutual respect and national sovereignty while turning those principles into practical action. The initiative coincides with new polling across 34 countries showing continued public support for countries working together on global problems. Former leaders from Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas and other regions signed the statement, which is part of the Rockefeller Foundation's broader Principles of Cooperation initiative

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NYC U20 Summit Ends With Global Mayors’ Action Plan

New York City's 2026 Urban 20 Mayors Summit concluded with participating city leaders adopting a joint agenda focused on housing affordability, climate change and migration. Co-chaired by New York City and Los Angeles, the gathering brought together mayors, deputy mayors and senior officials representing 34 cities across G20 countries. The U20 communiqué calls for national governments to provide cities with greater authority, funding and access to financing to address affordable housing, climate resilience and services for immigrants and displaced communities. Among its proposals are expanded housing tools, direct access to certain international financing and a greater role for cities in climate and migration policy. The summit's conclusion coincides with the beginning of Climate Week NYC.

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NYC Hosts Global Mayors for 2026 Urban 20 Summit

New York City is hosting mayors and senior city leaders from around the world for the 2026 Urban 20 Mayors Summit, a three-day gathering focused on major challenges facing urban communities. NYC and Los Angeles are co-chairing this year's U20, which brings together representatives from 34 cities across G20 countries. Discussions will focus on affordable housing and homelessness, climate resilience, immigration and ways cities can share strategies addressing rising costs and other pressures on residents. The September 19–21 summit also leads into Climate Week NYC. The gathering is expected to conclude with participating cities adopting a joint communiqué outlining priorities and recommendations that will be presented to national governments and international organizations.

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NY Groups Sue Over New Federal Public Charge Rule

New York organizations are challenging a new federal immigration policy that could affect how the use of certain public benefits is considered when immigrants seek lawful permanent resident status. Make the Road New York, the New York Legal Assistance Group and other organizations filed a federal lawsuit against U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Department of Homeland Security. The plaintiffs argue that the new public charge rule exceeds federal immigration law and could discourage immigrant families from using health, food, housing and other assistance programs. The lawsuit also raises concerns about benefits received by dependent children. The organizations are asking the court to vacate the policy. Their claims are allegations, and the court has not yet ruled on the merits of the challenge.

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NYU Langone Reaches $8.5M DOJ Settlement in NYC

NYU Langone Health has reached an $8.5 million agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice resolving a federal investigation involving gender-affirming medical care provided to patients under 18. Under the agreement, the New York City-based health system will cease providing minors with specified treatments, including puberty blockers, hormones and surgical procedures. The resolution is part of a broader federal investigation involving hospitals and potential violations of federal health care and billing laws. NYU Langone said the agreement protects the confidentiality of patients, families and providers while avoiding prolonged litigation. The health system expressly denied wrongdoing or liability, and the Justice Department stated that the claims resolved through the agreement are allegations and that there has been no determination of liability.