Evening Roundup: Metropolitan Park Wins Panels Ok for Casino, Rent Stabilized Tenants Begin Paying More in October, Schools Chancellor Touts Record Ahead of Mayoral Election, and MTA Fares Increase

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.