Michael Bloomberg News

On Deck (www.ondeckcapital.com), the technology-powered Main Street lender, announced today that New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg officially 'opened the doors' to the company's new NYC headquarters with an inaugural press conference this morning. On Deck is experiencing rapid growth and has increased employee count by 100% over the past year. On Deck's new office space is approximately 22,000 square feet, more than double the size of the previous New York office.

Today's 'Meet the Press with David Gregory' featured an exclusive interview with New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, in which he covered many hot-topic issues, including gun control and President Obama's recent trip to the Middle East. In the clip below, here what Bloomberg had to say on the current push for an assault rifle ban.

From May 23 to July 7, 2013, The Walt Disney Family Museum presents the special exhibition Maurice Sendak: 50 Years, 50 Works, 50 Reasons, featuring 50 works by the legendary author and illustrator, accompanied by 50 statements from celebrities, authors, and noted personalities on the influence of Sendak's work. These works will be on display at The Walt Disney Family Museum, an interactive museum in San Francisco, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sendak's universally revered book, Where the Wild Things Are.

To commemorate its sesquicentennial, BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) commissioned BAM150, a feature length documentary conceived by award-winning director Michael Sladek that weaves together the institution's vibrant past, present, and future presenting a rich history that mirrors the evolution of performing arts in 20th century America. This landmark film premiered last year at the Tribeca Film Festival and will air on Friday, April 19 at 10pm on THIRTEEN.

CBS News' FACE THE NATION WITH BOB SCHIEFFER is the #1 Sunday morning public affairs show.

New York City Michael Bloomberg called the Mississippi bill banning counties from posting calorie counts and capping the size of beverages a "farce," in an interview that was broadcast live today, March 13, 2013 on CBS THIS MORNING

From May 23 to July 7, 2013, The Walt Disney Family Museum presents the special exhibition Maurice Sendak: 50 Years, 50 Works, 50 Reasons, featuring 50 works by the legendary author and illustrator, accompanied by 50 statements from celebrities, authors, and noted personalities on the influence of Sendak's work.

March 12 was the day that Mayor Michael Bloomberg's soda ban was set to go into effect in NYC, but State Supreme Court Judge Milton Tingling said 'no way' and struck down the law, calling it 'arbitrary and capricious.' Karen Kataline, MSW, author of FATLASH! Food Police & the Fear of Thin not only agrees with the ruling but says March 12 should be declared 'Food Freedom Day.'

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will comment on the overturn of his proposed ban on large sugary drinks when he visits the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, tonight, March 11. Check out a sneak peek below!

On last night's THE COLBERT REPORT on Comedy Central, the media introduces "Snowquester," Alabama calls the Voting Rights Act into question, Michael Bloomberg bans soda deliveries, and Wal-Mart inspires Brendan O'Connell. Below, watch clips from last night's broadcast!

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will visit the LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN, Monday, March 11 (11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC), the largest multi-arts festival in North America, will present the 17th Annual Festival from August 9 - 25, 2013. Each year the festival presents programming by nearly 200 of the world's best emerging theatre troupes and dance companies. General FringeNYC applications are being accepted for participants in all genres (theatre, dance, puppetry, performance art, multi-media, etc.), and separate FringeAL FRESCO (free outdoor events) and FringeJR (children's programming) applications are also available.

Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch, known for his trademark question, 'How'm I doing? and brash and colorful political career, died early Friday, February 1st. BroadwayWorld remembers Ed Koch's long and exceptional career with the photo collection below.

Fox News reports that former New York City Mayor Ed Koch, known for his trademark question, 'How'm I doing?, died early this morning, Friday, February 1st. His 1984 memoir, 'Mayor,' was a best seller that was turned into the off-Broadway musical by the same name.

Fox News reports that former New York City Mayor Ed Koch, known for his trademark question, 'How'm I doing?, died early this morning, Friday, February 1st. Koch was recently readmitted to a New York City hospital after being treated for water in his lungs. A spokesman confirmed the news of Koch's death early this morning.

The City of New York has honored Grammy Award-winning superstar (and Brooklyn native) Barry Manilow with his very own street. In a ceremony performed earlier today, Todd Asher, Deputy Commissioner of the New York City Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (and self-professed 'Fanilow'), unveiled a new street sign dubbing the West 44th Street at 7th Avenue 'MANILOW WAY.' The corner is mere steps from the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street) where Manilow began a special Broadway concert series, Manilow on Broadway, last Friday, January 18. The limited Broadway engagement was recently extended and will now play through Saturday, February 23, 2013. Check out full photo coverage from the big unveiling below!

Grammy Award-winning superstar Barry Manilow's hometown concert event, Manilow on Broadway, began its limited Broadway engagement on January 18, 2013, at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street). Opening Night is set for Thursday, January 24, 2013. In recognition of the current production, a street corner at West 44th & 7th Avenue was renamed 'Barry Manilow Way,' beginning today, January 22. Check out a photo preview from the big unveiling below!

The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC), the largest multi-arts festival in North America, will present the 17th Annual Festival from August 9 - 25, 2013. Each year the festival presents programming by nearly 200 of the world's best emerging theatre troupes and dance companies. General FringeNYC applications are being accepted for participants in all genres (theatre, dance, puppetry, performance art, multi-media, etc.), and separate FringeAL FRESCO (free outdoor events) and FringeJR (children's programming) applications are also available.

When it comes to the number of award shows staged in a given season, the film, TV and recording industry no longer leave New York Cabaret in the stardust. Kicking off a 10-week period during which the Big Apple cabaret scene will now feature four award ceremonies (including the first-ever BroadwayWorld.com Awards on February 21, the 28th annual Bistro Awards on March 4, and the 27th annual MAC Awards on March 21), the 11th annual Nightlife Awards (voted on by a select group of cabaret and nightlife writers and critics) was staged at The Town Hall on January 14 and, for the most part, was a pleasantly entertaining event. Co-produced by Max Weintraub and nightlife impresario Scott Siegel (Broadway by the Year, 11 O'Clock Numbers at 11 O'Clock, Broadway Ballyhoo, et al), this year's show featured the usual mix of nightclub singing legends, budding cabaret stars, solid veterans of musical theater, outstanding jazz vocalists, stellar instrumentalists, and quirky comedians, almost all delivering the goods under the smooth direction of Scott Coulter.