NYC may deny large event permits during FIFA World Cup week

NYC Parks and the mayor enacted an emergency order allowing the city to deny special event permits the week of the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The policy lets the city block large scale gatherings to prioritize security, staffing, and crowd management. Officials say the measure reserves park space and public safety resources for World Cup operations. The order will disrupt planned events, affect community programming, and limit public assemblies during a major international event.