In November, Amazon announced its new headquarters would be split between two locations - the Long Island City neighborhood of Queens and northern Virginia.

The project is expected to bring 25,000 jobs to New York City - with the potential for 40,000.

Opponents have raised issue with the $3 billion in subsidies the company is receiving - and worry about the project's impact on local infrastructure and public transportation.

Below, you'll find all the information you'll need to understand the ins and outs of the blockbuster Amazon HQ2 deal that's sure to affect New Yorkers for years to come.