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Residents are being evacuated from NYCHA's Mitchel Houses after reports of an explosion. Also, the Trump administration is holding money for two of New York's biggest infrastructure projects. Meanwhile, New York state has already legalized marijuana and state lawmakers are considering whether psychedelic mushrooms will be next.

Emergency crews remain on the scene of a partial building collapse in the Bronx after a 20-story ventilator shaft gave way at the Mitchel Houses. Officials are also investigating a potential gas leak. Meanwhile, New Yorkers who receive state rebate checks of up to $400 will need to pay federal income tax on them next year. And Open House New York returns in October with its biggest weekend ever, offering access to 341 normally off-limits locations across the city. WNYC's Ryan Kailath has more.

An ongoing showdown in Washington over health insurance subsidies could affect how much New Yorkers pay for coverage next year. Meanwhile, the proposal to build a casino and entertainment complex in Willets Point, Queens is moving forward after a community advisory committee unanimously voted to advance it to a final round of scrutiny. Plus, House Democrats say the National Archives’ Inspector General is investigating the release of New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s Navy service records to her opponent in the governor’s race.

A proposal for a casino and entertainment complex near Citi Field in Queens is moving forward. Plus, New Yorkers living in rent-stabilized apartments will start paying more beginning October 1st. Also, Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos made the annual “state of our schools” address this week after Mayor Eric Adams announced he’s dropping out of the race. And finally, the MTA board approved a fare hike on Tuesday, raising the fare from $2.90 to $3.

A new report says unsafe working conditions at Kawasaki’s rail car plants in Nebraska and Yonkers are delaying train deliveries for the MTA. Meanwhile, the MTA board has approved a fare hike that will raise subway and bus rides to $3 starting in January, along with ending 30-day unlimited passes and coin payments on buses. In Queens, the proposed Metropolitan Park casino has advanced to a final review round, joining three other contenders for three downstate licenses. And with five weeks until Election Day, WNYC kicks off Campaign Catch Up with Ben Max to break down the latest developments in the mayoral race.

Hundreds of lawsuits filed by people who say they were sexually abused in New York City juvenile detention centers have been dismissed by a Bronx judge, leaving more than 450 survivors in legal limbo due to wording in the city’s gender-based violence law. Meanwhile, the New York City Council has set aside $2 million to provide divorce lawyers for low-income survivors of domestic violence. Also, the New York Jets fell to the Miami Dolphins 27–21 on Monday Night.

A Bronx judge recently dismissed more than 450 lawsuits brought by people who claim they were sexually abused while in juvenile detention. Plus, Gov. Kathy Hochul is warning New Yorkers about scams targeting the state’s inflation refund checks. And finally, the price of an avocado in New York City can range from 25 cents to $3, depending on where you live. WNYC reporters Karen Yi and Joe Hong explain what that says about grocery shopping across the five boroughs.

A state advisory committee has approved Bally’s $4 billion Bronx casino proposal in a 5-1 vote, moving the project into the final licensing round. Meanwhile, police are searching for three suspects in connection to a fatal shooting in Forest Hills on Sunday night. Also, Governor Kathy Hochul is warning New Yorkers about scams targeting state inflation refund checks. Finally, food critic Robert Sietsema joins us to break down how to tackle the restaurant packed MacDougal Street in Greenwich Village.

A political strategist says Mayor Eric Adams’ departure from the race is unlikely to dramatically shift the mayoral contest, even if his supporters backed a single candidate. Meanwhile, Attorney General Letitia James will draw on a fund from the Democratic Attorneys General Association to cover her legal defense in a Justice Department probe. In baseball, the Yankees clinched a playoff berth while the Mets were eliminated after a late season collapse. And WNYC’s Brigid Bergin unpacks Mayor Adams’ suspension from the Mayoral race.

The New York Liberty’s bid to defend their first championship ended with an early playoff exit, fueled by injuries and inconsistency. Days later, the team declined to renew Coach Sandy Brondello’s contract, leaving a star studded roster without clear direction. Sports reporter Jackie Powell unpacks what went wrong this season and what’s next for the franchise.