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Eric Adams Defines His Mayoral Campaign: “I know what I’m doing.”

Eric Adams Defines His Mayoral Campaign: “I know what I’m doing.”

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said that as an incumbent, his campaign schedule differed from that of other candidates.
Left Hook: Seven NYC Mayoral Candidates Court Liberal Voters

Left Hook: Seven NYC Mayoral Candidates Court Liberal Voters

With 90 days left until the June Democratic primary election, seven mayoral candidates on Saturday tried to stand out in a crowded field.
City Planning Commission Approves Two Brooklyn Projects; Hears Divided Opinion on Coney Island Casino

City Planning Commission Approves Two Brooklyn Projects; Hears Divided Opinion on Coney Island Casino

The Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan and an apartment complex on Empire Boulevard gets a nod from the the City Planning Commission, while testimony was split on bringing a casino development to Coney Island.
Honoring the Phillip Sisters: A Beacon of Love and Generosity in Bushwick

Honoring the Phillip Sisters: A Beacon of Love and Generosity in Bushwick

Mildred and Lula Phillips bought a rundown Bushwick building from the city in 1984. What they saw in a dilapidated property was an opportunity to foster and provide love and care for others.
'Iftar on The Go' Brings Brooklyn's Muslim Community Together During Ramadan

'Iftar on The Go' Brings Brooklyn's Muslim Community Together During Ramadan

The Muslim American Society in Bath Beach makes sure everyone in south Brooklyn can break their fast during Ramadan.
Bay Ridge Gets Tech Savvy With a Digital Town Square

Bay Ridge Gets Tech Savvy With a Digital Town Square

The shopping experience never stops changing. As technology advances, the Bay Ridge 5th Avenue BID created a shopping app to make the experience easier for locals.
Meet Your Candidates: Justin Brannan And Mark Levine Run For NYC Comptroller

Meet Your Candidates: Justin Brannan And Mark Levine Run For NYC Comptroller

Two seasoned city politicians are running to be the next city Comptroller. At a recent debate, they discussed their views on how the city budget affects affordable housing, education and health.
City’s New Contract Registration Rule Sparks Frustration Among Minority Entrepreneurs

City’s New Contract Registration Rule Sparks Frustration Among Minority Entrepreneurs

A change in the registration process for minority- and women-owned business enterprises working with the Department of Education has left vendors very disappointed.
NYC Mayor Says Endorsements Are Political, Not Personal

NYC Mayor Says Endorsements Are Political, Not Personal

New York City Mayor Eric Adams shrugged off the Brooklyn Democratic Party chair's endorsement of his rival, Andrew Cuomo.
Honoring Middle Grade, Young Adult Storytelling at The 18th Annual Black Writers Conference

Honoring Middle Grade, Young Adult Storytelling at The 18th Annual Black Writers Conference

The Center for Black Literature announces the return of the annual National Black Writers Conference, taking place March 27 - March 29, 2025, at Medgar Evers College in Crown Heights.