Independence Day Links

To all those in the states, a Happy Independence Day! We are celebrating both the birth of our nation and the bold document declaring such independence. While fireworks, barbecues, and beach days are our pastime on this day, we should all reflect on the principals on which this country was founded and our adherence to such principals today. Just take a moment to think about it, and have a great 4th!
Here are today's links:

A First Look At New, Speedier "Select" Bus Lines (Streetsblog)
Another Nutty Union Square Protest (Village Voice)
Foreclosures Up In City, Virtually Unchanged In Manhattan Over Last 2 Years (Curbed)
A Somewhat Downbeat Hamptons Summary (The Real Deal)
Cantilevers Make A Comeback (NY Sun)
Accountant Accused Of Swindling $2.8 Mil. From Tishman (NYDN)
Whole Foods Opens In Tribeca (NY Sun)