🌱 NYC Weed Shops Told To 'Cease And Desist' + Outdoor Summer Movies

Good morning. With weed being legal in New York, lots of people have been eager to cash in on the cannabis market; government authorities say not quite yet. The Big Apple also just released updated flood evacuation maps, Mayor Adams took a trip to Rikers Island, and across the city, New Yorkers are flocking outside to enjoy movies in the park–read on to join the fun.

First, today's weather:

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Here are the top five stories today in New York City:

1. NYC's cannabis industry was dealt a blow this week when 17 establishments selling weed received Cease and Desist letters from the state's newly formed cannabis authority. While weed has been legal to smoke in New York State since last year, the government has yet to officially issue any business licenses. (New York City Patch)
2. The city quietly released the first of a series of new flood maps on Wednesday, aimed at helping New Yorkers to better prepare for the hazardous conditions caused by storms and hurricanes. How can you best prepare? Make sure you know your evacuation zone, gather necessary supplies, and make a plan. (The City)
3. Seeing them as a fire hazard, NYCHA is considering banning e-bikes from public housing developments. Delivery workers, who rely on the motorized bikes and live in NYCHA, worry that could be detrimental to their livelihoods, as well as their ability to make deliveries in the complexes. E-bikes are considered to be a fire hazard, and are connected to at least 99 fire investigations in the city this year alone. (The City)
4. Mayor Adams visited Rikers Island on Thursday, in the hopes of improving the relationship between inmates and correctional officers. At the same time, a group of interfaith religious leaders held a vigil outside of City Hall protesting the jail's inhumane conditions. (amNY)
5. James Caan, the actor and NYC native famous for his portrayal of Sonny Corleone in "The Godfather," has died at 82. The son of a kosher meat wholesaler, Caan was born in The Bronx in 1940 and grew up in Sunnyside, Queens. (New York City Patch)

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Summer fun in the city:

• Summer is in full swing in The Big Apple's parks and open spaces. In Fort Greene Park and Prospect Park, a free movie screening series is taking place on Thursday evening.
• In Forest Hills, The Festival of Cinema NYC will kick-off on August 5 at the Regal UA Midway and Queens Library, featuring over 120 independent films.
• ABBA fans rejoice–there's a free screaming of Mamma Mia in Astoria Park scheduled for July 17th.
• Finally, enjoy one of the last 'Manhattanhenges' of the year on Monday at a Sutton Place celebration.

Today in New York City:

• NYC Cup--Volunteer with South Bronx United (8 a.m.)
• Bowie Boat Bash & Feeling Gloomy NYC (7 p.m.)
• Midsummer Musings: Of Fauns, Fairies and French Frolics (8 p.m.)
• Fridays @ The Jewel Thief (9 p.m.)
• MGMT DJ Series Returns to Schimanski today (10 p.m.)

Crime and safety corner:

• Three people were killed in separate incidents during a single hour on Wednesday night in The Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens. (New York City Patch)
• A Queens man was sentenced to 30 years in prison for causing the death of an NYPD detective, who was killed by the gunshot of a fellow officer. Authorities argue the officer was provoked by the man, who was attempting to rob a store with a fake gun. (New York City Patch)
• A Brooklyn landlord wrongfully withheld $300,000 in security deposits from tenants, according to the Brooklyn District Attorney. (New York City Patch)

From my notebook:

• NYC's restaurant "week" (more like month) is back on July 18 through August 21. Reservations are open now. (NYCgo via Instagram)
• Mayor Adams announced on Thursday his plans to continue funding summer jobs for 100,000 youths in years to come. (New York Post)
• A massive public health lab coming to Harlem is expected to be completed by 2026. See the renderings here. (New York City Patch)
• If you're in need of advice never fear–you can always ask a puppy in Tompkins Square Park. (Instagram)

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