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Rights of Brooklyn Residents Will be Protected, Senator Brisport Says

Rights of Brooklyn Residents Will be Protected, Senator Brisport Says

In his State of the District address, State Senator Jabari Brisport said he would push for state laws to protect all New Yorkers from Washington's far-right agenda.
Audit Finds NYCHA Lacks Oversight of Repairs, Calls for Resident Feedback System

Audit Finds NYCHA Lacks Oversight of Repairs, Calls for Resident Feedback System

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) has significant gaps in its oversight of contractors performing repairs, according to a recent audit.
Jessica Tisch Named New NYPD Commissioner

Jessica Tisch Named New NYPD Commissioner

Tisch, who is the current Sanitation Commissioner, is the second woman to lead the NYPD.
NYC Leaders Reach Deal on Pared Back 'City of Yes' Housing Plan

NYC Leaders Reach Deal on Pared Back 'City of Yes' Housing Plan

With a $5 billion commitment for infrastructure upgrades, the city looks to add another 80,000 residential units over the next 15 years.
Photos: A Look Back at The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge at 60

Photos: A Look Back at The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge at 60

The bridge is named after Giovanni da Verrazzano, who, in 1524, was the first European explorer to sail into New York Harbor.
NYC Bans Fireworks, Open Flames Amid Drought

NYC Bans Fireworks, Open Flames Amid Drought

Do not deep fry your Thanksgiving turkey this year, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said.
Mayor Says Public Mental Health Crisis is Reason For NYC Stabbing Spree

Mayor Says Public Mental Health Crisis is Reason For NYC Stabbing Spree

Nw York City Mayor Eric Adams also addressed the rainfall shortfall, his support for the reinstatement of congestion pricing and more at his weekly press briefing.
City Council Brings Back Security at 55 NYCHA Senior Complexes in NYC

City Council Brings Back Security at 55 NYCHA Senior Complexes in NYC

The NYC City Council reversed a $6.8 million budget cut after complaints from NYCHA residents.
Record Number of NYC Public School Children Were Homeless Last Year

Record Number of NYC Public School Children Were Homeless Last Year

More than 146,000 New York City public school students experienced homelessness during the 2023–24 school year, according to data released by the nonprofit Advocates For Children of New York.
NYC Declares Drought Warning After Rain Shortfall

NYC Declares Drought Warning After Rain Shortfall

New York City last issued a drought warning in 2002.