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Zinerman Highlights Record Ahead Of Brooklyn Primary Election...

Lucille RS
03 June, 2026

Zinerman highlighted her legislative accomplishments, community investments, and future priorities during a Bedford-Stuyvesant community discussion as Brooklyn voters prepare for the upcoming Democratic primary in the 56th Assembly District. The...

Lucille RS
03 June, 2026

Free 2-K Applications Open for NYC Families Across First School Districts

Charter School News

Free 2-K Applications are now available for eligible New York City families as the city launches its first round of publicly funded 2-K seats. The program represents a major expansion...

Lucille RS
03 June, 2026

Zinerman Expands Brooklyn Community Sessions

Brooklyn Events | Features

Zinerman is expanding community engagement efforts across Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights through a new series of neighborhood listening sessions designed to bring residents, small business owners, and local organizations together...

Lucille RS
02 June, 2026

Affordability Plans | Affordable Housing

Congresswoman Yvette Clarke is advancing new federal legislation aimed at reforming one of the most debated components of affordable housing policy: the Area Median Income (AMI) formula used to determine...

Lucille RS
28 May, 2026

Zinerman Pushes Aging Care Investment for New York Seniors

Health care | Local NYC Politics

Zinerman pushes aging care investment initiatives across New York as part of Older Americans Month 2026, calling for expanded protections and funding for seniors. The proposal includes nearly $450 million...

Lucille RS
22 May, 2026

Jeffries On GOP Budget Focuses On Brooklyn Affordability Concerns

District Leader | Features | Local NYC Politics

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries sharply criticized the GOP Budget proposal, arguing that Republican priorities fail to address rising living costs facing working Americans. During a joint Democratic press event,...

Lucille RS
18 May, 2026

NYC SPEED Plan Targets Faster Affordable Housing Across Five Boroughs

Affordability Plans | Homeowner News

Affordable housing projects across New York City could move significantly faster under a new city initiative designed to reduce delays tied to permitting, environmental review, financing, and the Housing Connect...

Lucille RS
14 May, 2026

Jaime Williams Hosts Community Pet Adoption Event in Canarsie

Arts & Culture | District Leader

Assemblywoman Jaime Williams is hosting a Brooklyn pet adoption event in Canarsie that aims to connect local residents with adoptable animals while offering access to pet care resources, free giveaways,...

Lucille RS
13 May, 2026

Mamdani Budget Plan 2027 Expands NYC Investments

Features | Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has unveiled a $124.7 billion Fiscal Year 2027 Executive Budget that significantly expands investments in housing, affordability programs, public safety, child care, libraries, parks, mental health services,...

Lucille RS
11 May, 2026

Brooklyn Rent Strike Highlights Growing Housing Conditions Crisis

Affordable Housing | Homeowner News

Tenants at Homewood Gardens in East Flatbush have launched a rent strike over worsening housing conditions, including heat outages, leaks, pest infestations, and delayed repairs during the property’s bankruptcy proceedings....

Lucille RS
11 May, 2026

Chris Banks Law Targets Evictions In Brooklyn

District Leader | ENY Housing

Chris Banks Law officially took effect this month as New York City Council Deputy Leader Chris Banks launched a public awareness campaign designed to help prevent avoidable evictions tied to...

Lucille RS
09 May, 2026

New York Cannabis Market Expands With 32 New Licenses

Acquisitions & Partnerships | Endorsements | Health & Wellness

The New York Cannabis market continues expanding after state regulators approved 32 new adult-use licenses across cultivation, retail, processing, and distribution sectors. The latest approvals signal continued growth in New...

Lucille RS
07 May, 2026

Ghost Cars Crackdown: Brooklyn Fake Plate Scheme Busted

District Attorney | Local NYC Politics

A Brooklyn man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to running a multi-state fake license plate operation that authorities say helped fuel the rise of so-called “ghost cars” on New...

Lucille RS
07 May, 2026

Brooklyn Bike Safety Plan Targets School Routes

Brooklyn Events | Development

A major Brooklyn cycling corridor is set for a redesign after Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced new safety upgrades aimed at making it easier and safer for children to bike to...

Lucille RS
07 May, 2026

Zinerman Unveils Deed Theft Eviction Protection Bill

Affordable Housing | District Leader

Brooklyn lawmakers are escalating efforts to combat property fraud with new legislation aimed at stopping families from being removed from their homes while ownership disputes are still active in court....

Lucille RS
07 May, 2026

Broadway Corridor Funding Secured for Brooklyn Upgrade

Brooklyn Events | Development

Federal lawmakers have secured $1.85 million in new Broadway Corridor funding, and the investment will support long-awaited infrastructure upgrades across one of Brooklyn’s busiest transportation routes. House Democratic Leader Hakeem...

Lucille RS
06 May, 2026

CUNY Dean Joins National Education Policy Commission

District Leader | Features | Local NYC Politics

CUNY University Dean for Education Ashleigh Thompson has been appointed by Governor Kathy Hochul to serve on the Education Commission of the States, a national body that helps shape education...

Lucille RS
05 May, 2026

Brooklyn Affordability Plan Targets Housing Crisis in NYC

Affordable Housing | Development

Assemblymember Stefani Zinerman has introduced the Brooklyn Affordability Plan to address rising rents, stagnant wages, and displacement in Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights. The proposal focuses on housing stability, higher incomes,...

Lucille RS
29 April, 2026

NYC 35K Home Plan Aims to Unlock Thousands of Small-Lot Units

Affordable Housing | Development

New York City leaders are advancing a housing strategy that could unlock up to 35,000 new homes by developing underused small lots across the five boroughs. The proposal focuses on...

Lucille RS
29 April, 2026

New Bus Lanes on Flatbush Avenue Aim to Cut Travel Time

Development | Features

A major redesign of Flatbush Avenue is now underway in Brooklyn, introducing center-running bus lanes and safety upgrades aimed at improving transit for more than 132,000 daily riders. Led by...

Lucille RS
27 April, 2026

Latoya LeGrand Housing Plan Targets Southeast Queens Affordability

Features | Homeowner News

State Assembly candidate Latoya LeGrand has introduced the Latoya LeGrand housing plan, a proposal aimed at tackling affordability challenges in Southeast Queens by lowering property taxes, reducing utility costs, and...

Lucille RS
24 April, 2026

How the 32BJ Deal Quietly Prevented a NYC Housing Crisis

District Leader | Features | Homeowner News

A new 32BJ Deal has averted a potential citywide strike in New York City, securing wage increases, stronger pensions, and healthcare protections for tens of thousands of residential building workers....

Lucille RS
24 April, 2026

NYC Deed Theft Prevention Office Targets Housing Scams

Brooklyn Events | District Leader

New York City has launched a new Deed Theft Prevention Office aimed at protecting homeowners from fraudulent property schemes. The initiative introduces a coordinated, citywide strategy to prevent deed theft,...

Lucille RS
24 April, 2026

NYC’s $4.5M Green Jobs Training Targets Climate Careers

Environment | Features

New York City has launched a $4.5 million green workforce initiative designed to train residents for climate resilience jobs, focusing on stormwater infrastructure maintenance in Brooklyn and Queens. The NYC...

Lucille RS
23 April, 2026

Mamdani Unveils Major Grand Army Plaza Redesign Plan

Local NYC Politics | Manhattan

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has unveiled a sweeping proposal to redesign Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn, aiming to improve safety, simplify traffic flow, and reconnect the historic entrance to Prospect Park....

Bill Harris
22 April, 2026

Judicial

Brooklyn’s Civil Court races enter a pivotal stage as petitioning closes, with Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas backing a slate of candidates heading into ballot certification. Brooklyn’s upcoming judicial elections are moving...

Bill Harris
22 April, 2026

NYC Racial Equity Plan Listening Sessions Begin in East New York

Local NYC Politics

New York City is set to launch its Racial Equity Plan listening sessions in East New York, marking the first step in a citywide effort to gather community input on...

Lucille RS
22 April, 2026

Mark Levine Pension Funds Plan Sparks NYC Backlash

Features | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

New York City’s latest political fight is brewing over Mark Levine pension funds after the comptroller announced a sweeping plan to redirect roughly $4 billion from city retirement assets into...

Lucille RS
22 April, 2026

NYC Landlords ICE Threats Raise Alarm Among Tenants

Homeowner News | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

NYC landlords ICE threats are becoming a growing concern across Brooklyn and Queens, where tenant advocates say some property owners are using immigration fears as leverage in housing disputes. The...

Lucille RS
21 April, 2026

NYC Tree Canopy 2040 Plan Targets Heat-Hit Neighborhoods First

Features | Local NYC Politics | news

A City Turning To Trees To Fight Rising Heat The NYC Tree Canopy 2040 Plan is now at the center of the city’s climate strategy, promising more shade for neighborhoods...

Lucille RS
19 April, 2026

Mamdani Grocery Plan Sparks ‘Potemkin Socialism’ Debate

Features | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

A bold promise to tackle food access in New York is now drawing sharp criticism, as the Mamdani grocery plan faces questions over cost, timing, and real impact on everyday...

Lucille RS
17 April, 2026

Mamdani’s 6,500 Curbside Empire Bins Could Reshape NYC Streets

Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

New York City’s long-running trash problem could soon look very different. With Mamdani’s 6,500+ curbside Empire Bins plan, sidewalks cluttered with black garbage bags may give way to locked, street-level...

Lucille RS
17 April, 2026

NYC City Hall Shooting Back in Spotlight as Ceremony and New Podcast Revisit 2003 Killing

Features | Local NYC Politics | news

More than two decades after a deadly shooting inside New York City Hall shocked the city, renewed attention is bringing the case of James E. Davis back into public focus....

Lucille RS
15 April, 2026

City Hall Rift Deepens as Mamdani and Menin Clash

District Leader | Features

A widening City Hall rift between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Council Speaker Julie Menin is reshaping New York’s budget negotiations, as tensions spill into public view over tax policy, education...

Lucille RS
15 April, 2026

NYC Pied-à-terre Tax Gets Hochul Backing In Budget Fight

Governor | Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics

New York’s long-running budget standoff is taking a sharp turn as Gov. Kathy Hochul now backs a NYC pied-à-terre tax, a proposed levy on luxury second homes worth more than...

Bill Harris
12 April, 2026

Thousands Sign Stefani Zinerman Petitions in AD56

Local NYC Politics

Assemblymember Stefani L. Zinerman has officially filed her petitions for reelection in Brooklyn’s 56th Assembly District, marking the traditional start of campaign season and signaling early organizational strength. According to...

Lucille RS
10 April, 2026

Mamdani’s Equity Plan Raises Big Questions on NYC Costs

Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

NEW YORK CITY — Mamdani’s Equity Plan is supposed to tackle one of the biggest issues facing New Yorkers right now: the rising cost of living. But instead of offering...

Lucille RS
09 April, 2026

Gov. Josh Shapiro targets Trump at NYC conference

Features | Governor | Local NYC Politics

NEW YORK — Josh Shapiro is stepping into the national spotlight in Harlem, where early presidential politics are already taking shape. Gov. Josh Shapiro delivered a sharp critique of Donald...

Lucille RS
07 April, 2026

Mayor Mamdani Appoints Rebecca Gaston as NYC ACS Commissioner

District Leader | Endorsements | Local NYC Politics

New York City’s child welfare system is about to get a major shake-up. Mayor Zohran Mamdani has chosen Rebecca Jones Gaston, a former senior official in the Biden administration, to...

Lucille RS
06 April, 2026

NYC Rent-Stabilized Housing Fight Reaches East Harlem

Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics | Manhattan

The fight over NYC rent-stabilized housing is intensifying in East Harlem, where a group of distressed apartment buildings is heading toward foreclosure and drawing direct attention from City Hall. Mayor...

Lucille RS
06 April, 2026

Mayor Mamdani’s First Months Bring Tough NYC Reality

District Leader | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

Mayor Mamdani’s first months in office are already forcing a reality check across New York City. What started as a push to lower costs for everyday residents has quickly turned...

Lucille RS
05 April, 2026

NYC LGBTQIA+ Office Targets Deep Inequality

District Leader | Endorsements | Local NYC Politics

New York City is opening a new chapter in its civil rights landscape with the launch of the NYC LGBTQIA+ office, and city officials say the timing could not be...

Lucille RS
03 April, 2026

NYC Fares Expansion Plan Could Make Subway Rides Free

District Leader | Homeowner News

A swipe at the subway turnstile could soon cost nothing for hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers under a sweeping fares expansion proposal now taking shape at City Hall. City...

Lucille RS
01 April, 2026

Mamdani’s Child-Care Plan Sparks NYC Debate

Features | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

New York City’s childcare crisis just got a political spotlight, and Mamdani’s child-care agenda is right at the center of it. As Mayor Zohran Mamdani pushes forward a more expansive...

Lucille RS
30 March, 2026

No Tax on Tips: NYC Workers Could Win Big, But At What Cost?

Features | Homeowner News | Judicial

For many New Yorkers hustling through long shifts, tips are not extra cash, they are how the bills get paid. Now, the push for ‘No Tax on Tips’ is turning...

Lucille RS
28 March, 2026

Affordable Housing Plan NYC, Staten Island Next?

Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

New Yorkers know the struggle. Rent keeps climbing, apartments are scarce, and every borough feels the squeeze, especially Staten Island. Mayor Zohran Mamdani is shaking things up with a fast-track...

Lucille RS
27 March, 2026

New 2026 Polls Put NYC at Center of Fight for House Control

District Leader | Local NYC Politics

New 2026 polls are beginning to sharpen the picture of what could become one of the most consequential congressional battles in recent years, and New York City is emerging as...

Sam Foye
25 March, 2026

Micah Lasher Record Faces Scrutiny in NYC Race

Features | Local NYC Politics | Manhattan

As Manhattan’s next congressional race begins to take shape, State Assemblymember Micah Lasher is emerging as a candidate with deep experience and growing scrutiny over his political record. Lasher, who...

Lucille RS
25 March, 2026

Is the Left Killing NY? Hochul Under Fire

Governor | Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics

Is the left killing NY, or is New York being pushed to the edge? Left killing NY is no longer just a talking point, it’s becoming a serious political question...

Lucille RS
24 March, 2026

Mamdani’s Budget Plan Slammed as Unrealistic by Critics

District Leader | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

New York City’s fiscal debate is heating up as Mamdani’s budget plan faces sharp scrutiny from critics questioning how the city will fund its growing list of priorities. With billions...

Lucille RS
23 March, 2026

Staten Island Safety Issues: Tottenville Battery Site Raises Alarm

Features | Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics

Staten Island is heating up and this time, it’s not about traffic or potholes. A controversial battery storage project planned near a major bridge is putting Staten Island safety issues...

Lucille RS
23 March, 2026

NYC E-Bikers Spark Safety Debate as Enforcement Rules Shift

Features | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

NYC e-bikers are at the center of a growing safety debate as enforcement rules change, raising concerns across New York City streets. NYC E-Bikers Are Turning City Streets Into a...

Lucille RS
20 March, 2026

NYC Renters Getting Taxed Without Knowing It

Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics | Manhattan

NYC renters are feeling the squeeze as hidden costs tied to rising water and sewer charges quietly push housing expenses higher across the city. For many NYC renters, this isn’t...

Lucille RS
19 March, 2026

Staten Island Potholes Are Getting Worse

Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics | news

Residents across Staten Island are dealing with a growing headache as Staten Island potholes continue to worsen. City officials warn that without additional resources and funding, many streets could remain...

Lucille RS
19 March, 2026

Tish James Faces Rising Pressure From GOP Challenger

Endorsements | Features | Judicial

The race for New York Attorney General is heating up as Republican Saritha Komatireddy moves to challenge Letitia James. Komatireddy, a political outsider and former federal prosecutor, told The Post...

Lucille RS
17 March, 2026

NYC Minimum Wage Increase Proposed to $30, Setting National Record

Endorsements | Features | Judicial

New York City is making headlines with a bold plan for an NYC minimum wage increase to $30 an hour, a move that would set the highest standard in the...

Lucille RS
15 March, 2026

Mamdani Creates LGBTQIA Office in NYC: A Historic Move

Endorsements | Local NYC Politics

New York City just hit a milestone in its political and cultural history as Mayor Zohran Mamdani creates LGBTQIA office a first of its kind in the city’s government and...

Lucille RS
12 March, 2026

Did Bureaucrats Conspire to Hide Violence in New York Schools?

Judicial | Local NYC Politics

A growing political debate is unfolding across New York after critics raised concerns that changes to school safety reporting may be masking the true level of violence in public schools....

Lucille RS
11 March, 2026

Mayor Mamdani Unveils New Child Care Plan for NYC Families

For Parents | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

As announced on NYC Newswire, Zohran Mamdani has introduced a new Child Care Plan for NYC designed to expand access to affordable early childhood care for working families across the...

Lucille RS
09 March, 2026

Goldman Introduces Bill to Protect SNAP Benefits from Theft

Local NYC Politics

As announced on NYC Newswire, Dan Goldman has introduced legislation aimed at strengthening safeguards to protect SNAP benefits from theft. The bill comes amid rising concerns over electronic fraud targeting...

Lucille RS
05 March, 2026

Mercedes Narcisse Endorses Anthony Vaughn, Christine Ortiz and Danielle Noel for Civil Court

Endorsements | Judicial

Brooklyn Council Member backs three judicial candidates found qualified by the Kings County Judicial Screening Committee According to details shared in a press release published on NYC Newswire, Brooklyn City...

Lucille RS
04 March, 2026

Judge Upholds NYC Congestion Pricing, Critics Still Voice Concerns

Homeowner News | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

A recent court ruling has upheld the implementation of NYC congestion pricing, allowing the policy to move forward despite ongoing opposition from critics who argue it could increase costs for...

Lucille RS
27 February, 2026

$25 Vehicle Registration Fee Proposal Divides NY Lawmakers

Homeowner News | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

A proposal to impose a $25 vehicle registration fee on drivers outside the New York City metro region has ignited debate in Albany over transit funding, regional equity, and transportation...

Lucille RS
27 February, 2026

Energy Bills Could Jump $4,000 Under NY Climate Law, State Memo Warns

Homeowner News | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

Energy bills could jump by as much as $4,000 per year under New York’s climate mandates, according to a new state analysis that is intensifying debate over affordability, environmental goals,...

Lucille RS
26 February, 2026

Mamdani Fires Back at Trump Over NYC Shoveling Program

Local NYC Politics | Mayor | news

Mayor Zohran Mamdani pushed back after President Donald Trump referenced New York City’s shoveling program during remarks tied to the State of the Union, turning a routine municipal policy into...

Lucille RS
26 February, 2026

Federal Proposal to Ban Undocumented Immigrants From Public Housing

Features | Homeowner News | Judicial

A federal proposal to ban undocumented immigrants from accessing public housing has intensified national debate over immigration policy and federal control of housing assistance programs. The measure would tighten eligibility...

Lucille RS
24 February, 2026

NYC Class Size Mandate Sparks Major School Changes

For Parents | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

The NYC Class Size Mandate was supposed to be simple. Smaller classes. More attention for students. Better outcomes. On paper, that sounds like common sense. But inside school buildings across...

Lucille RS
23 February, 2026

Antonio Delgado Ends NY Governor Campaign, Hochul Leads

Governor | Local NYC Politics | news

In a significant shift in New York politics, Antonio Delgado announced on February 10, 2026, that he is suspending his campaign for governor, leaving incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul with a...

Lucille RS
23 February, 2026

Hochul Funds NYC $1.5B, First Mamdani Budget Looms

Governor | Local NYC Politics | news

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has approved a $1.5 billion funding package for New York City, a critical boost ahead of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s first city budget. The announcement underscores...

Lucille RS
19 February, 2026

Mamdani vs. Gov. Hochul: NYC Budget Crisis

Governor | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

New York City is facing one of its most tense fiscal standoffs in recent years as Mayor Zohran Mamdani released his preliminary $127 billion budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2027....

Lucille RS
19 February, 2026

Mamdani’s Encampment Reversal Sparks Debate

Local NYC Politics | Mayor

Mamdani’s encampment reversal is now at the center of New York City’s political debate, after Mayor Zohran Mamdani signaled support for a more structured approach to homeless encampment removals. The...

Lucille RS
19 February, 2026

Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson Dies at Age 84

Features | Local NYC Politics | news

The nation mourns the loss of Jesse Jackson, one of the most influential civil rights leaders in modern American history. Jesse Jackson dies at the age of 84, leaving behind...

Lucille RS
18 February, 2026

Property Tax Strategy Sparks Political Backlash Across NYC Neighborhoods

Governor | Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics

Critics warn that City Hall’s approach to closing the budget gap could raise housing costs in working-class communities before state negotiations are resolved. A recent Op-ed published on EastNewYork.com by...

Lucille RS
17 February, 2026

NYPD Seeks Changes to NYC Protest Perimeter Rules

Local NYC Politics | Mayor | news

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) seeks changes to proposed legislation that would establish protest perimeter rules around houses of worship. The bill, introduced by the City Council and...

Lucille RS
16 February, 2026

NY Traffic Violations Now Carry More Points, Fines

Features | Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics

Drivers across New York State should take note: NY traffic violations now come with higher points and steeper penalties under the updated DMV point system. The New York Department of...

Lucille RS
16 February, 2026

NYC Builders Clash With Mamdani Over Tax Hikes

Local NYC Politics | Mayor | news

The fight over New York City’s economic direction is no longer quiet. It’s out in the open. And right now, NYC Builders Clash With Mamdani has become one of the...

Lucille RS
13 February, 2026

NYC Speed Limit Battle: Why City Leaders Are Failing Street Safety

Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

New Yorkers hear a lot of political noise every week but the NYC Speed Limit Battle isn’t just another headline. This fight over lowering speed limits cuts to the heart...

Lucille RS
12 February, 2026

Will Todd Hood Be Blakeman’s Final Running Mate?

Endorsements | Features | Local NYC Politics

Bruce Blakeman names Madison County Sheriff Todd Hood as running mate, aiming to strengthen GOP appeal in upstate New York ahead of 2026 election. Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman has...

Bill Harris
10 February, 2026

New Thomas Jefferson Field in East New York Showing Real Progress

Development

After years of disrepair, the athletic fields at Thomas Jefferson High School in East New York are finally showing real progress, bringing renewed hope to students, families, and the youth...

Lucille RS
03 February, 2026

NY-10 Congressional: Hochul, Mamdani on Opposite Sides?

Endorsements | Features | Governor

Stay informed on the NY-10 Democratic Primary: Hochul backs Goldman, Mamdani backs Lander, and what it means for NYC voters. NY-10 Democratic Primary Draws National Attention New York’s 10th Congressional...

Lucille RS
03 February, 2026

Hochul Moves to End Local Police Cooperation With ICE in New York

Governor | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced major new legislation to end local cooperation with ICE agents across the state, aiming to limit civil immigration enforcement by federal agents using...

Lucille RS
30 January, 2026

10th Congressional District: Dan Goldman Has Challengers

District Leader | Endorsements

New York City’s 10th Congressional District, commonly referred to as NYC 10th District, is heating up this 2026 election cycle. With incumbent Dan Goldman seeking re-election, several challengers are stepping...

Bill Harris
30 January, 2026

Visa Pause Reversal Urged by NY Lawmakers, House Democrats

Features | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

A group of 75 House Democrats has thrown their support behind New York lawmakers demanding a reversal of the U.S. government’s recent visa pause affecting immigrants from 75 countries. The...

Bill Harris
29 January, 2026

Housing Bill Stalled as Mamdani, City Council Clash

Features | Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics

A key NYC housing bill backed by Mayor Mamdani stalls after a veto, exposing divisions in the City Council over affordable housing policy. A major housing bill backed by Mayor...

Lucille RS
29 January, 2026

NYC’s Gateway Tunnel Delay Looms: What Commuters Need to Know

Features | Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics

New York City commuters may soon face delays and disruption as NYC’s Gateway Tunnel project risks a temporary shutdown. Officials warn that unless federal funding is restored, construction on this...

Bill Harris
28 January, 2026

Mamdani’s Homeless Policy Sparks Controversy Across NYC

ENY Housing | Homeowner News

Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s recent decision to end routine sweeps of homeless encampments has sparked debate across New York City. Known for its streetside tents and visible homelessness, the city is...

Lucille RS
27 January, 2026

Snowmobiles in Staten Island Park? City Official Says No

Homeowner News | Local NYC Politics | news

Snowmobiles in Staten Island? A viral social media post had Staten Island residents asking the same question this week: Are snowmobiles really being allowed inside a local park? The short...

Lucille RS
26 January, 2026

Zohran Mamdani’s Policies Spark Debate Over NYC’s Economic Future

BD Money | Homeowner News | Judicial

New York City has never been shy about political arguments. From rent control to transit funding, big ideas tend to spark big reactions. Now, just weeks into Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s...

Lucille RS
23 January, 2026

NYC Freezing Weather: How the City Protects the Homeless Tonight

health

As NYC freezing weather hits the city tonight, the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is on high alert. When temperatures drop to dangerous levels, New York City declares a Code...

Lucille RS
23 January, 2026

NYC Nurses Strike Day 11 – Hospitals Warn of Benefit Loss

Features | Health Care

NYC Nurses Strike Day 11 continues as hospitals warn of benefit loss. Mamdani urges talks as negotiations resume to end the citywide healthcare dispute. NYC Nurses Strike Day 11: What’s...

Lucille RS
21 January, 2026

Hochul’s Insurance Crackdown: Relief or a Risk for NY Drivers?

Features | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

If you drive in New York, you already know the drill. Traffic that never sleeps, parking that costs a fortune, and car insurance bills that feel like a punch to...

Lucille RS
20 January, 2026

NYC Health Insurance Crisis: More Residents Go Without ACA

Health Care | Homeowner News

Rising premiums are pushing more New Yorkers to drop ACA (Affordable Care Act) coverage. Here’s what’s driving the NYC health insurance crisis, who’s affected, and what residents can do now. ...

Lucille RS
19 January, 2026

Rikers Crisis: Shocking Report Challenges Mamdani’s Reforms

Judicial | Local NYC Politics

Rikers Crisis: Federal report exposes shocking deaths and systemic failures at Rikers Island, challenging Mayor Mamdani’s reform plans. See report: First Report and Recommendations on 2025 Deaths in New York...

Lucille RS
19 January, 2026

Judge Defies City Hall, OKs Sale of 5,100 Rent-Stabilized Homes!

Homeowner News | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

A federal judge defies City Hall, approving the sale of 5,100 NYC rent-stabilized apartments despite tenant and mayoral objections. A federal bankruptcy judge has defied City Hall, approving the sale...

Lucille RS
17 January, 2026

NYC Council Analyst Held by ICE – What They’re Not Telling You

Endorsements | Judicial | Local NYC Politics

In a move that’s shaking up city politics, a NYC Council Analyst was recently detained by federal immigration officials — and the reaction has been explosive. What should have been...

Lucille RS
16 January, 2026

NYC Cell Service Outage Sparks Investigation: 911 Concerns

Local NYC Politics | Manhattan | news

A widespread NYC cell service outage disrupted phone service across the city this week, leaving thousands of New Yorkers without reliable calls, texts, or mobile data and raising serious concerns...

Lucille RS
14 January, 2026

Trump to Cut Federal Funding for Sanctuary Cities | NYC Reacts

Local NYC Politics | news

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that the federal government will no longer provide funding to sanctuary cities, starting February 1, 2026. This move targets jurisdictions that limit cooperation with...

Sam Foye
13 January, 2026

Former City Hall NYCHA Liaison Arrested After Indictment

Community News

New York City’s public housing residents deserve a City Hall that serves the public, not personal interests. That’s the core issue raised by a newly unsealed federal indictment in the...

Lucille RS
12 January, 2026

What NYC Is Saying About Mayor Mamdani’s ‘Murder’ Controversy

Features | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

New Yorkers are talking about Mamdani’s ‘Murder’ Controversy after Mayor Zohran Mamdani described a deadly federal immigration enforcement incident as “murder.” His comments have sparked a citywide debate about language,...

Bill Harris
12 January, 2026

UFT Push Lawmakers to Fix Tier 6: NYC Teacher Pension Reform

For Educators | Local NYC Politics | News

The United Federation of Teachers is moving into the next phase of its “Fix Tier 6” campaign, and the message is blunt: New York City’s public schools can’t keep recruiting...

Lucille RS
10 January, 2026

Where NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Ate First: Queens Restaurants

Feature Stories | Local NYC Politics

Discover the Queens restaurants where Mamdani Ate First in his first week as NYC mayor. From Kabab King to Boishakhi and Zaab Zaab, see how food reflects the city’s culture...

Lucille RS
08 January, 2026

NYC Crime Drops: Why Mayor Mamdani Is Facing Tough Questions

Features

NYC Crime Is Down – But the Political Debate Is Heating Up New York City is seeing a historic drop in crime figures including shootings, murders, and overall major crime,...

Lucille RS
03 January, 2026

Meet the Power Players Shaping Mamdani’s NYC

District Leader | Local NYC Politics | Mayor

When Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City’s new mayor, the big question wasn’t just what he believes, it was who would help him actually govern the city....

Lucille RS
01 January, 2026

NYC Shakeup: Adams Vetoes 19 Council Bills in Final Hours

Local NYC Politics | Mayor | news

On his way out the door did Mayoer Adams protect NYC… or stab it in the back? Let’s break it down. New Yorkers, fam, buckle up. On December 31, outgoing...

Bill Harris
22 December, 2025

1,000 Affordable Apts in ENY at Broadway Junction Approved by NYC

Affordable Housing | Development

East New York’s Broadway Junction is poised for major new development after the City Council approved the ULURP application for Totem’s Herkimer-Williams project, a proposal that would transform a privately...

Bill Harris
22 December, 2025

NYC Nears $2B Investment to Strengthen Arts and Culture

Arts & Culture

photo: Green-Wood Cemetery New York City is approaching nearly $2 billion in combined expense and capital funding allocated through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) to support...

Bill Harris
21 December, 2025

NYCHA Secures $453M to Renovate 1,058 Harlem Apartments

BD Real Estate | Local NYC Politics | Manhattan

NYCHA has closed on financing for a $453 million Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT)project that will deliver comprehensive renovations for over 1,300 residents across 1,058 apartments in 10 residential buildings at seven Central and East Harlem developments: Jackie Robinson...

Bill Harris
18 December, 2025

City Council Delivers $5.8 Million to Upgrade Wyckoff Heights NICU and Maternal Care Facilities

Development | Health Care

A major investment in maternal and newborn health is coming to North Brooklyn as the New York City Council delivers $5.8 million to Wyckoff Heights Medical Center to renovate and modernize its...

Bill Harris
17 December, 2025

NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens Named 2025 Center of Excellence in Lung Cancer Screening Impact-Focused

Health Care | Local NYC Politics

NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens has been designated a 2025 Center of Excellence (COE) in Lung Cancer Screeningby GO2 for Lung Cancer, a national leader in early detection, education, and advocacy....

Sam Whitaker
17 December, 2025

A New Face on Brooklyn’s Housing Court Bench

Judicial | Local NYC Politics

The leadership of New York’s Unified Court System has named a new judge to one of the city’s most consequential courtrooms. Chief Administrative Judge Joseph A. Zayas and First Deputy...

Bill Harris
17 December, 2025

NYC DOT Celebrates Four Years of Safer Streets, Expanded Mobility, and Public Space Improvements

Local NYC Politics | Manhattan | Mayor

How New York City’s transportation policies are reducing traffic deaths, improving daily commutes, and reshaping neighborhoods across all five boroughs The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) is...