N.Y. Today: Twin Brothers Face Prosecution as Manhattan Cracks Down on Wage Theft

Prosecutors say Lulzim and Gzim Shabaj stiffed laborers for thousands of dollars.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story February 25, 2023 Jefferson Siegel for The New York Times Twin Brothers Face Prosecution as Manhattan Cracks Down on Wage Theft Prosecutors say Lulzim and Gzim Shabaj stiffed day laborers on construction sites for thousands of dollars. When one worker complained, he was punched bloody, they say. By Jonah E. Bromwich Former Jail Guard Union Chief Wins Early Release From Bribery Sentence Norman Seabrook took kickbacks in exchange for placing most of the union's pension in a risky hedge fund. It lost $19 million of the $20 million investment. By Benjamin Weiser Inside New York City's Nastiest (and Smallest) Newspaper War A crusty publisher. A "guerrilla" litigator. An ambitious caregiver. Has the news of Greenwich Village ever been more fun? By John Leland Where New York's Sick Sea Turtles Go for Rehab and Squid Snacks At New York State's only sea turtle rehabilitation center, workers are nursing a record number of sick patients back to health. By Dodai Stewart and Anna Watts The Prospect Park Gator Was Not the First. Here Are Other Urban Gators. A brief history of New York City alligators. By Hurubie Meko Want more news? Check out our full coverage. The Mini Crossword: Here is today's puzzle. New York Today is published weekdays around 6 a.m. You can also find it at nytoday.com. Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for New York Today from The New York Times. To stop receiving New York Today, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, manage your email preferences. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018