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NY Gov. Kathy Hochul, lawmakers pump millions into Buffalo scholarship fund while cutting aid to private schools

State budget funding for Say Yes Buffalo tripled from $2.5 million to $7.5 million, benefiting Buffalo students. [ more ]

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5 hours ago

Mayor Adams Walks Back Budget Cuts, but No Reprieve for Libraries

Mayor Eric Adams proposed a revised $111.6 billion budget, restoring $2.3 billion to offset previous cuts based on better than expected tax revenue. [ more ]

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16 hours ago

Libraries Hold Their Breath and Await the Budget

Newly renovated branch libraries in NYC are yet to reopen due to budget cuts, creating uncertainty for library systems and communities. [ more ]

New York Post

20 hours ago

Mayor Adams seeks to oust outspoken chairwoman of NYPD oversight board: sources

Mayor Eric Adams seeks to remove interim chairwoman of the CCRB due to her outspoken criticism of budget cuts affecting the board's efficiency. [ more ]

New York Post

Mayor Adams restores half of next year's NYPD classes, adding 1,200 to depleted ranks

Mayor Adams reinstated funding for two canceled police classes to increase NYPD staffing levels. [ more ]

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Mayor Adams restores $500 million for education, leaves questions about free child care in NYC

Mayor Adams announced $514 million in restored funding for education programs, including mental health care, career readiness, and literacy, with uncertainty remaining for the future of 3-K. [ more ]

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6 hours ago

City's $111B Budget Plan Restores Funds for Police, Schools But Cuts Libraries

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a $111.6 billion fiscal 2025 executive budget plan on Wednesday, which includes restored funds for schools, child care programs and money for the Police Department, but did not include money for libraries to restore Sunday services.

New York Post

7 hours ago

Rudy Giuliani slams 'terribly misguided' protesters in Columbia visit as he calls for president's resignation

Rudy Giuliani criticized protestors at Columbia University and called for President Minouche Shafik's resignation. [ more ]

Time Out New York

8 hours ago

These 12 bars have been named among the 'World's 50 Best' for 2024

These bars represent 24% of the list-a sign that NYC is a top spot for cocktails.

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Berated on Plane Over Israel Support: F*ck You! You're Always Partying!'

Activist confronts NYC Mayor Eric Adams on plane, accusing him of supporting genocide in Gaza. [ more ]

BKReader

8 hours ago

Mayor Says Outside Agitators Causing Issues at Protests, Introduces Two New NYPD Recruit Classes

Mayor Adams criticized protesters' disruptive behavior during Palestine support protests and announced additional police academy classes. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Mayor Adams' $111 billion executive budget plan restores some critical cuts, but shuts out libraries * Brooklyn Paper

Eight months after ordering most city agencies to dramatically cut their spending, Mayor Eric Adams on Wednesday unveiled a $111.6 billion budget plan that restores some slashed funding - but still leaves areas such as the city's public libraries on the chopping block.

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Mayor Adams' $111 billion executive budget plan restores some critical cuts, but shuts out libraries | amNewYork

Mayor Eric Adams unveils $111.6 billion budget plan, restores some funding but leaves public libraries on the chopping block. [ more ]

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Adams Defends His Pick for Top Lawyer Despite City Council Opposition

Mayor Eric Adams stands by his nomination of Randy Mastro for NYC's top lawyer despite City Council opposition. [ more ]

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Mayor Adams defends ex-Giuliani aide Randy Mastro, likely pick as the city's next top lawyer, as City Council opposition grows | amNewYork

Progressive City Council members oppose Randy Mastro as next top lawyer amid concerns over his previous clients and political ties. [ more ]

City & State NY

NYC commits $500 million for at-risk education programs

NYC Mayor Eric Adams and City Council pledge $514 million to save essential public school programs, covering half of the impending budget shortfall from expiring federal stimulus dollars. [ more ]

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Bronx Times

Two off duty cops arraigned in 2023 South Bronx rape: DA - Bronx Times

Off-duty NYPD cops arrested for alleged rape at Bronx bar. [ more ]

Streetsblog

Under Threat of Federal Suit (Again!), City Hall Promises Action on 'Unacceptable' Illegal Police Parking

Deputy Mayor Joshi promises to tackle illegal police parking and emphasizes the city's past accessibility efforts resulting from legal actions. [ more ]

BKReader

13 hours ago

New Poll Shows New Yorkers Struggling With Rising Food Prices

New Yorkers are facing a significant affordability crisis with rising food prices impacting their ability to afford groceries, leading to stress and food insecurity. [ more ]

WRAL.com

21 hours ago

New Jersey is motivating telecommuters to appeal their New York tax bills. Connecticut may be next

Employees of New York-based companies who telecommute are questioning paying personal income tax to New York, prompting states like New Jersey to offer tax credit incentives. [ more ]

New York Post

Albany's budget deal locks in an uglier future for New York

Gov. Hochul prevented new tax hikes, but the emergency tax remains, alongside a compromised budget deal impacting various sectors negatively. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Liquor sales in movie theaters, to-go sales of cocktails included in New York budget agreement

New York is expanding access to alcohol by allowing movie theaters to sell liquor and continuing takeout cocktails sales from bars and restaurants. [ more ]

Streetsblog

21 hours ago

Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Adams defended considering Randy Mastro for a key position amidst backlash regarding Mastro's controversial past and corporate clients. [ more ]

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Gov. Kathy Hochul's landmark plan aims to combat NYC's affordable housing shortage

New York Post

NYC's top lawyer pushed out after raising issues with city repping Adams in sex misconduct suit: sources

City attorney resigns after disagreements with NYC Mayor's team. [ more ]

Advocate.com

NYPD officers involved in fatal shooting of gay Black man Kawaski Trawick won't be disciplined

NYPD decided not to discipline officers in fatal shooting of Kawaski Trawick, sparking outrage. [ more ]

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Sickening And Despicable': NY Mayor Eric Adams Warns NYPD Will Not Hesitate To Arrest' In Continuing Anti-Israel Protests At Columbia

Mayor Eric Adams condemns antisemitism and warns of arrests for anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University. [ more ]

Newsday

Mayor Eric Adams plans 1,200 additional NYPD academy recruits; 2,400 rookie cops to hit streets in 2025

Mayor Eric Adams plans to double the size of the 2024 NYPD recruiting class to decrease violent crimes. [ more ]

Streetsblog

Justice Dept., Citing Streetsblog Reporting, Threatens to Sue NYPD Over Cops' Sidewalk Parking - Streetsblog New York City

Federal government demands NYPD stop illegal parking around stationhouses due to ADA violations. [ more ]

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NYC parents outraged over Eric Adams retaining mayoral control of schools

Parents express concerns over Mayor Adams' renewed control of city's public schools. [ more ]

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NYC Like Never Before: Discover the Most Beautiful Places in the Big Apple

New York is a bustling city with more things to discover than you may think are possible.

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Op-Ed | New York City's accomplishments | amNewYork

New York City celebrates successful recovery post-COVID-19 with a thriving economy, record job creation, and affordable housing initiatives. [ more ]

Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

NY state will require students to complete FAFSA or waiver

New York State will require high school seniors to complete FAFSA, a similar aid form, or opt-out waiver, part of the 2024-25 budget. [ more ]

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Comptroller's report identifies big gaps' in Adams admin's response to tropical storm last September | amNewYork

City Comptroller Brad Lander's office identified gaps in NYC's storm preparedness after Tropical Storm Ophelia, urging improvements and issuing 11 recommendations for better future responses. [ more ]

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Gov. Hochul initiative targets illegal smoke shops across NYC, paving the way for more closures and hefty fines - QNS

The surge of illegal smoke shops across NYC is being addressed through a new initiative allowing for their closure and hefty fines on landlords, aiming to protect legal cannabis businesses. [ more ]

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As Floods Beckoned, Many of New York's Catch-Basin Trucks Were Offline

NYC's public communications and infrastructure were inadequate during extreme weather events based on a report by the New York City comptroller. [ more ]

Time Out New York

Here's how to tell if your weed dispensary has a license

New York cracking down on unlicensed marijuana stores. [ more ]

BKReader

Albany Approves $237 Billion State Budget

New York State finalizes $237 billion budget for fiscal year 2025, focusing on housing, asylum seekers, and cracking down on illegal cannabis stores. [ more ]

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Hochul's favorability and job approval ratings hit new lows, Siena College poll finds | amNewYork

Governor Kathy Hochul's favorability and job approval ratings have decreased in the most recent Siena College poll. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Adams defense trust returns $22K in improper donations from corporation, people with city business

Defense trusts need robust vetting processes to ensure compliance with donation rules. [ more ]

BKReader

Mayor Boosts Police Academy Recruits

Increasing the size of the NYPD academy by 1,200 recruits under Mayor Eric Adams to enhance public safety and economic recovery. [ more ]

New York Post

NY voters overwhelmingly reject new Manhattan $15 'congestion' toll in poll: Inside the stats

New Yorkers are overwhelmingly against the proposed $15 congestion toll in Manhattan. [ more ]

Streetsblog

Behind the Scenes: How Gov. Hochul Got 'Sammy's Law' Over the Finish Line - Streetsblog New York City

New York City set its own speed limits with 'Sammy's Law' passing in the state budget, overcoming past obstacles for road safety. [ more ]

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Trump hush money trial: Opening statements | Flipboard

Opening statements are expected to begin today at former President Donald Trump's hush money trial.

FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.

City & State NY

Errol Louis is at the heart of New York City politics

Errol Louis, a prominent New York political journalist, is sometimes mistaken for Mayor Eric Adams due to his influence and visibility in local and national media. [ more ]

City Journal

New York City Voters' Growing Discontent

Low approval ratings for Mayor Adams as NYC voters believe things are on the wrong track. [ more ]

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New York Post

New state budget bites NYC: On the hook for migrants, schools

Gov. Kathy Hochul's rollback adds $4 billion to state pension liabilities, increasing concerns about high spending and burden-shifting. [ more ]

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New York State lawmakers pass 2024-2025 budget

New York lawmakers pass $237 billion budget with significant focus on housing, health care, education, and law enforcement. [ more ]

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Albany lawmakers pass state budget that extends mayoral control, enacts modified Good Cause' protections | amNewYork

State budget passed with mayoral control extension, housing measures, and safety initiatives. [ more ]

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New York Has a $237 Billion Budget. Here Are 5 Things to Know.

New York lawmakers passed a $237 billion budget with funds allocated for migrant crisis, distressed hospitals, and policy initiatives like tenant protections and Mayor's school control. [ more ]

New York Post

NY lawmakers poised to pass $237B state budget, including extension of mayoral control of NYC schools

Lawmakers in Albany are set to pass a $237 billion state budget with an extension of Mayor Eric Adams' control over New York City schools. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Gov. Hochul's plan to divert escrow funds risks essential legal aid for needy New Yorkers

$55 million earmarked for legal services for low-income NYers to be reallocated, sparking NYSBA's disapproval. [ more ]

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New York Post

Gov. Hochul's waterfront commission is a win for New Yorkers

Gov. Kathy Hochul succeeded in establishing a New York-only mob-busting waterfront commission after the Jersey Governor disbanded the previous bistate panel, aiming to keep organized crime out of the Port of New York. [ more ]

WSYR

New York State lawmakers pass 2024-2025 budget

ALBANY, N.Y. ( NEWS10) - New York lawmakers have passed the 2024-2025 state budget.

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New York State lawmakers pass 2024-2025 budget

ALBANY, N.Y. ( NEWS10) - New York lawmakers have passed the 2024-2025 state budget.

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New York State lawmakers pass 2024-2025 budget

Passage of 2024-2025 NY state budget with focus on housing, healthcare, and education without raising income taxes. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC GOP energized by record number of Asian-American candidates 'stepping up' for statehouse runs

Asian-American candidates are running as Republicans in NYC.

Asian voters are leaning towards the Republican party for conservative values. [ more ]

New York Post

A Democrat's last-minute maneuvering shows just how dysfunctional Albany is

New York's $237 billion state budget was delayed and increased by $4 billion, with the exclusion of a critical small business proposal, showcasing legislative dysfunction. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Retired NYPD sergeant's firm tapped for contract to supply feminine hygiene products to jails

A small company led by a retired NYPD sergeant, TOTM! Time of the Month!, secured a contract worth up to $1 million to supply women's hygiene products to city jails. [ more ]

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Man sets himself on fire in Manhattan | Flipboard

A man set himself on fire outside of the Manhattan courtroom where former President Donald Trump is being tried, according to authorities.

FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the story.

Troy Record

New York closing in on $237B state budget with plans on housing, migrants, bootleg pot shops

The $237 billion New York state budget includes measures to address the housing crisis through tax breaks for developers to build below-market-rate apartments. [ more ]

BKReader

Cross-sector Partnership Aims To Reduce Food-related Carbon Emissions

New partnership under Mayor Eric Adams aims to reduce food-related carbon emissions in NYC by 25% by 2030. [ more ]

New York Post

Mayor Adams pokes fun at local media at annual Inner Circle dinner

Mayor Eric Adams took some shots at the Big Apple's newspapers Saturday night during the annual Inner Circle charity show in Manhattan.

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In Late-Stage Budget Talks, Hochul Wins Concessions From N.Y. Lawmakers

Governor Kathy Hochul successfully navigated budget negotiations to pass a $237 billion budget with key priorities and without raising taxes on the wealthy. [ more ]

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More than 1,200 new NYPD recruits approved as city's fiscal fortunes continue to improve: Mayor Adams | amNewYork

Adding 1,200 NYPD officers to increase public safety and combat high attrition rates. [ more ]

New York Post

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul, NYC Mayor Eric Adams take victory lap on smoke shops crackdown - but enforcement hasn't even started yet

They plan to enforce new state laws to crack down on illicit pot shops in New York, targeting illegal cannabis distribution through strict penalties and enforcement measures. [ more ]

New York Post

Hochul's crackdown means a sad 4/20 for illegal weed dealers, but good news for New York

Gov. Kathy Hochul drives efforts to close unlicensed marijuana stores in New York City, establishing a task force for enforcement and supporting legal shops. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC lawmaker pushes council to back Albany's proposed ban on migrant shelter stay limits

Rolling back shelter limits for asylum seekers is proposed to allow longer stays in NYC shelters, contrary to Mayor Adams' initiatives. [ more ]

BKReader

NYC Speeds Toward Safer Streets: 20 MPH Limit Set to Roll Out Citywide

The City Council will gain authority to lower the default speed limit to 20 mph on most streets in New York City. [ more ]

New York Post

Eric Adams reveals potential vegan cheesecake bet with rival mayors over Knicks, Rangers playoffs

Mayors of cities with playoff teams usually make friendly wagers on games, potentially involving unique items like vegan cheesecake. [ more ]

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Albany lawmakers set to pass Sammy's Law, allow NYC to lower speed limit to 20 mph | amNewYork

NYC speed limit may be lowered to 20mph with Sammy's Law included in state budget. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn Defender Services files suit against NYC Department of Correction over phone call surveillance

The class-action lawsuit accuses the New York City Department of Correction of unlawful mass surveillance of phone calls within city jails. [ more ]

New York Post

Hochul wins fight to create anti-mob group aimed at NYC waterfront

Gov. Hochul is creating a new waterfront commission to combat mob corruption and revitalize port business. [ more ]

Streetsblog

Deal Reached: Hochul Says 'Sammy's Law' Will Pass - Streetsblog New York City

Sammy's Law allows NYC to lower speed limits to 20mph, except on certain dangerous roads in outer boroughs. [ more ]

New York Post

Bo Dietl slams controversy over vulgar comments as 'political bullsh-t' after being dropped by Eric Adams defense fund

Bo Dietl faced backlash for cursing excessively and using vulgar language in interactions with reporters, affecting his reputation and relationships. [ more ]

New York Post

Adams aide wanted a piece of lucrative migrants contracts, saying 'I have to get mine': lawsuit

Mayor Eric Adams' advisor sought a share of migrant contracts in a lawsuit, revealing potential misconduct and entitlement. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC councilman looks to bring back some solitary confinement in Big Apple jails

Proposed bills by NYC lawmaker Bob Holden aim to ban triple tours in jails & reintroduce solitary for some violent inmates. [ more ]

New York Post

Illegal pot shop, retail theft crackdowns locked-in as lawmakers begin voting on state budget Thursday

Gov. Hochul successfully navigates budget negotiations, showcasing strong leadership under pressure. [ more ]

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Bo Dietl Dropped By Eric Adams Legal Team After Telling Reporter to Go Suck D**k Somewhere'

Bo Dietl removed from Mayor's defense fund after inappropriate language towards a reporter. [ more ]

Flipboard

Brooklyn restaurant goes adults-only | Flipboard

A new restaurant in Park Slope, Brooklyn has gone adults-only, no kids allowed.

But as FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross shows, the owner wanted to give parents a place to escape.

Brooklyn Eagle

Cyberattack hits New York state government's bill drafting office

The New York state Legislature's bill drafting office faced a cyberattack affecting the bill drafting system, posing a potential challenge during finalizing state budget bills. [ more ]

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A Cyberattack Could Make N.Y. State's Late Budget Even Later

A cyberattack on the New York State Bill Drafting Commission disrupted the budget process, leading to potential delays and reverting to antiquated computer systems. [ more ]

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A Cyberattack Could Make N.Y. State's Late Budget Even Later

Cyberattacks can disrupt critical governmental processes, like budget negotiations, necessitating a shift back to less sophisticated systems. [ more ]

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A win' is a win? Hochul defends Good Cause' protections in state budget amid tenant advocate criticism | amNewYork

Gov. Hochul defended watered-down Good Cause Eviction legislation in the state budget deal, claiming it provides stronger tenant protections [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Cops who killed Black gay Bronx man will not face discipline

The New York City police officers involved in the killing of a Black gay man in a mental health crisis faced no disciplinary action. [ more ]

BKReader

Mayor Launches Pilot Programs to Tackle Package Theft, Domestic Violence

New pilot programs launched by Mayor Adams to support domestic violence victims and prevent package theft in NYC. [ more ]

Brownstoner

Hochul Announces 'Conceptual' State Budget Deal With Housing

The announced tentative $237 billion state budget deal in NY does not include an increase in state income taxes for high earners, focusing on affordable housing, retail theft, cannabis shops, and migrant crisis aid. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

Human infections from rat urine on the rise in New York City

Increased cases of leptospirosis, linked to rat urine, prompt health advisory in NYC [ more ]

New York Post

YouTube star Ms. Rachel slams Mayor Adams' cuts to early childhood education

Investing in early childhood education provides long-term benefits, with returns of $4 to $16 for every dollar spent. [ more ]

USA TODAY

Hundreds of African immigrants in New York City rally for more protections

Several hundred African immigrants rallied in New York City Tuesday to urge for more protections and access to city services as advocates point to unique challenges they face upon arrival.

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VIDEO: Trump Gives Frosty Response on Speaker Mike Johnson

Former President Trump's support for House Speaker Mike Johnson seems uncertain amidst potential challenge. [ more ]

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