Bloomberg L.P., the financial news company, announced Tuesday that it had hired Andrew R. Lack to a new position as chief executive of its multimedia group.

Before Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg announced his controversial run for another term, he locked up support of the editorial pages of three city newspapers.

The potential 7 percent increase could generate an additional $600 million in revenue next year and would require City Council approval.

The potential 7 percent increase could generate an additional $600 million in revenue next year and would require City Council approval.

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg’s close ties to Wall Street gave the New York mayor an unusual view into the unfolding financial crisis and a role in its resolution.

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg is seeking to put wind turbines on New York City’s bridges and skyscrapers and in its waters as part of a push to develop renewable energy.

After spending $5 million, Seattle officials decided to close the city’s five automated public toilets, which had become filthy and costly.

After spending $5 million, Seattle officials decided to close its five automated public toilets, which had become filthy and costly.

Merrill Lynch, seeking capital, may sell its 20 percent stake in the financial data company, people involved said.

Merrill Lynch, seeking capital, may sell its 20 percent stake in the financial data company, people involved said.