- Sheldon Silver after the budget deal: “suddenly find(ing) himself diminished, leading a depleted Democratic caucus that is more politically isolated than at any time in years.” (NYT)
- Jury selection should get underway today in the trial of two 9th Precinct cops accused of rape (Daily News).
- Payless, The Children’s Place sign leases for 130 Delancey Street; Payless is paying $125/sq.ft. (Observer)
- After rumblings last year about a new restaurant and theater, plans for the vacant Amato Opera building appear to be stalled (DNA Info).
