Skip to content
Join our Newsletter

Policy & Government

Apply Now For Brooklyn Borough President’s FY 2026 Capital Funding Program

Apply Now For Brooklyn Borough President’s FY 2026 Capital Funding Program

Funding is available for parks, schools, hospitals, affordable housing and more.
Read more >
Hochul Proposes Expansion of New York Child Tax Credit

Hochul Proposes Expansion of New York Child Tax Credit

Governor Kathy Hochul said she wants to offer up to $1,000 per child under age four and $500 for children aged four to 16.
Read more >
New York Uber And Lyft Drivers: File Your Underpayment Claim by Jan. 30

New York Uber And Lyft Drivers: File Your Underpayment Claim by Jan. 30

More than 100,000 drivers across New York are eligible for settlement funds, according to New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Read more >
Brooklyn Debt Relief Executive Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Prison For Fraud

Brooklyn Debt Relief Executive Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Prison For Fraud

Marat Lerner stole $2.5 million from financially distressed clients, funneling funds into luxury purchases while leaving victims bankrupt and facing foreclosure.
Read more >
Governor Hochul Expands Free Tax Filing For New Yorkers

Governor Hochul Expands Free Tax Filing For New Yorkers

Eligibility for the Direct File portal now includes incomes up to $250,000, streamlining tax preparation for the 2025 season.
Read more >
New Bill Proposes Steep Fines for Exploitative Landlords

New Bill Proposes Steep Fines for Exploitative Landlords

Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) said she will target the city's housing crisis by penalizing landlords for discrimination and keeping vacant units.
Read more >
NYC to Close 13 More Migrant Shelters, Including Hall Street Shelter in Brooklyn

NYC to Close 13 More Migrant Shelters, Including Hall Street Shelter in Brooklyn

The city anticipates partnering with local nonprofits that provide services to migrants in an effort to help them take the next steps.
Read more >
New York City Mayor Pledges $650M to Help Mentally Ill and Homeless, Build Family-Friendly City

New York City Mayor Pledges $650M to Help Mentally Ill and Homeless, Build Family-Friendly City

In his 2025 State of the City address, the mayor unveiled a plan to build a special facility to house and treat mentally ill New Yorkers currently living on the streets and subways.
Read more >
Governor Hochul Looks to Expand Homeownership in New York

Governor Hochul Looks to Expand Homeownership in New York

Governor Kathy Hochul said she wants to curb the ability of hedge funds and private equity firms from buying homes.
Read more >
Campaign Treasurer For 2021 Brooklyn Borough President Candidate Pleads Guilty to Fraud

Campaign Treasurer For 2021 Brooklyn Borough President Candidate Pleads Guilty to Fraud

Erlene King faces up to 20 years in prison after admitting to falsifying contributions to exploit New York City's matching funds program.
Read more >