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1 day ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin

To address the affordability crisis, we must be proactive and bold in building more affordable housing, lowering skyrocketing health care costs, and enacting universal childcare.
NYC politics
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fromStreetsblog New York City
7 hours ago

Queens Civic Panel Endorses Mamdani's Super-Sized Astoria Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

The community board supports Mayor Mamdani's plan for protected bike lanes on 31st Street in Astoria.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 hour ago

Roses and Thorns of Greater New York

Barbara Chase-Riboud declined to represent the US at the Venice Biennale, stating that now is not the right moment.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

What you need to know as Newham heads into local elections

Labour's dominance in Newham is challenged by significant defections and a potential shift in control during upcoming elections.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
13 hours ago

Developers Buy Contested Atlantic Avenue Site in Brooklyn

Developers have acquired key properties in the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan area to pursue a mixed-use project aligned with new zoning rules.
#san-francisco
Higher education
from48 hills
11 hours ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.
Mission District
fromMission Local
12 hours ago

Meet the District 2 candidates: Should more drug users be arrested?

San Francisco's approach to drug use includes arrests, but many users cycle in and out of jail without receiving treatment.
Higher education
from48 hills
11 hours ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.
Mission District
fromMission Local
12 hours ago

Meet the District 2 candidates: Should more drug users be arrested?

San Francisco's approach to drug use includes arrests, but many users cycle in and out of jail without receiving treatment.
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
1 hour ago

Amy Goodman's Journalism Is More Urgent Now Than Ever

Amy Goodman celebrates 30 years of Democracy Now!, a program airing on 1,500 stations, recognized for impactful journalism and activism.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
15 hours ago

NYC Will Open 7 New Early Education Centers This Fall: What To Know

The city will open seven early childhood education centers, adding 240 new 3-K seats this fall to improve access for families.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
21 hours ago

Op-Ed | Why NYC's New Health Plan Is Failing Its Workforce | amNewYork

New York City's transition to a new health plan has disrupted access to care for many municipal employees and retirees.
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Body-Slamming the Department of Education

McMahon is familiar with organizations built around an increasingly unstable man who is a genius at spinning story lines that inflame the crowd and damage enemies and institutions but, if you think too hard about them, don't necessarily add up to a coherent narrative.
SF politics
European startups
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

New York businesses can seek Trump tariff refunds; Hochul demands White House repay consumers $1,700 per household | amNewYork

New York businesses can apply for refunds from illegal tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, with consumers also seeking relief from higher prices.
#data-centers
US politics
fromFuturism
3 days ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

Residents in Festus, Missouri ousted half their city council after approving a $6 billion data center against public will.
US politics
fromFuturism
3 days ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

Residents in Festus, Missouri ousted half their city council after approving a $6 billion data center against public will.
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

New York City FC to take on Charlotte FC in Queens this weekend | amNewYork

Head coach Pascal Jansen emphasized that Charlotte will be out looking for revenge after his Boys in Blue knocked out the Crown in the first round of the playoffs last season.
Washington DC
#new-york
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
23 hours ago

Outgoing U.S. Rep Nydia Velazquez endorses Carl Wilson in Manhattan's special election, widening break with Mamdani | amNewYork

Nydia Velazquez endorses Carl Wilson for City Council, intensifying rivalry with Mayor Zohran Mamdani in Manhattan's District 3 special election.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
19 minutes ago

Exclusive: Mamdani Picks Construction Chief Eager to Speed Up Street Redesigns - Streetsblog New York City

Paul Ochoa aims to expedite New York City's Department of Design and Construction projects to improve transportation infrastructure.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
13 hours ago

What We Loved (And Didn't) in "Greater New York"

MoMA PS1 showcases over 150 works by more than 50 artists, reflecting New York's diverse and complex art world.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
14 hours ago

City Council committee visit to Rikers Island focuses on treatment of incarcerated moms at troubled facility | amNewYork

New York City Council members toured Rikers Island to assess conditions and advocate for reforms, emphasizing transparency, dignity, and the eventual closure of the facility.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

All you need to know as Merton heads into local elections

Labour retains control in Merton despite losing three seats, while Lib Dems aim to expand their influence in London.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
23 hours ago

Op-Ed | CityFHEPS can save lives if the city lets it | amNewYork

Housing is a basic necessity and right, yet many face unsafe conditions and lack of support in New York's shelter system.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
21 hours ago

NYC government has nearly 14,000 job vacancies. Is City Hall better off not filling them amid a budget crisis? | amNewYork

City Council and City Hall are addressing a $5.4 billion budget shortfall with creative solutions and proposed tax measures.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

NYC Housing Calendar, April 20-27

Upcoming housing events and affordable housing lotteries in NYC are highlighted, with specific dates and income requirements for applications.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
16 hours ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani plans redesign to Brooklyn's Linden Blvd. following spate of deaths

Mayor Mamdani plans to redesign Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard to improve safety and bus service, addressing dangerous conditions and reckless driving.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
4 days ago

Here Are The Key Takeaways From Brooklyn's State Of The Borough Address

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced new investments in education, immigrant services, and cultural programs during his 2026 State of the Borough address.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 days ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
16 hours ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani plans redesign to Brooklyn's Linden Blvd. following spate of deaths

Mayor Mamdani plans to redesign Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard to improve safety and bus service, addressing dangerous conditions and reckless driving.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
4 days ago

Here Are The Key Takeaways From Brooklyn's State Of The Borough Address

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced new investments in education, immigrant services, and cultural programs during his 2026 State of the Borough address.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 days ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

#lgbtq
NYC politics
fromQueerty
17 hours ago

Zohran Mamdani finds himself at the center of a simmering gay political controversy - Queerty

Zohran Mamdani supports LGBTQ+ rights but faces criticism for endorsing a straight candidate for a historically queer City Council seat.
NYC politics
fromgaycitynews.com
1 day ago

LGBTQ representation emerges as key issue in City Council's special election race for District 3

LGBTQ leaders are actively campaigning in New York City's special election for the City Council's Third District, emphasizing representation and community significance.
NYC politics
fromQueerty
17 hours ago

Zohran Mamdani finds himself at the center of a simmering gay political controversy - Queerty

Zohran Mamdani supports LGBTQ+ rights but faces criticism for endorsing a straight candidate for a historically queer City Council seat.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Cops Are Doing It Wrong Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A state judge has ruled that every red-light ticket written to a cyclist under the state's vehicle and traffic law since 2019 is bogus. The city legalized the practice of biking through a red light on a pedestrian 'walk' signal, yet NYPD cops have been wrongly writing tickets for cyclists who go through the 'red' on the walk signal.
New York City
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
7 hours ago

'Stop Super Speeders': Preventing The Next Fatal Crash Is Up To You - Streetsblog New York City

Implementing Intelligent Speed Assistance could significantly reduce traffic fatalities in New York City caused by speeding drivers.
#nypd
fromCbsnews
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Activists meet with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to discuss violent arrest in Brooklyn

New York City
fromCbsnews
18 hours ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks out about "deeply disturbing, unacceptable" Brooklyn arrest

NYPD's Narcotics Unit faces a 90-day review after a violent arrest video raises serious concerns about practices and accountability.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mayor Mamdani calls violent NYPD arrest in Gowanus 'unacceptable'

Mayor Mamdani condemned the NYPD's violent arrest, emphasizing the need for safety and justice without compromise.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Activists meet with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to discuss violent arrest in Brooklyn

Civil rights leaders demand accountability from NYPD after a violent wrongful arrest in Brooklyn.
New York City
fromCbsnews
18 hours ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks out about "deeply disturbing, unacceptable" Brooklyn arrest

NYPD's Narcotics Unit faces a 90-day review after a violent arrest video raises serious concerns about practices and accountability.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mayor Mamdani calls violent NYPD arrest in Gowanus 'unacceptable'

Mayor Mamdani condemned the NYPD's violent arrest, emphasizing the need for safety and justice without compromise.
#democratic-socialism
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
NYC politics

NBC's Welker Presses Mamdani On Whether He Still Has Faith in Democratic Socialism Amid NYC's $5.4B Shortfall

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani remains committed to democratic socialism despite a $5.4 billion budget shortfall.
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
5 days ago

Mamdani believes democratic socialism "can flourish anywhere," says he and Trump share love of New York City

Democratic socialism can thrive anywhere, focusing on the working class as the central political majority.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

NBC's Welker Presses Mamdani On Whether He Still Has Faith in Democratic Socialism Amid NYC's $5.4B Shortfall

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani remains committed to democratic socialism despite a $5.4 billion budget shortfall.
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
5 days ago

Mamdani believes democratic socialism "can flourish anywhere," says he and Trump share love of New York City

Democratic socialism can thrive anywhere, focusing on the working class as the central political majority.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Thousands of NYC tenants face May deadline as emergency housing vouchers wind down

Over 5,000 low-income NYC households face a deadline as federal housing vouchers run out, prompting NYCHA to seek alternative housing solutions.
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

NYC's economic resilience' masks a deeper crisis involving fleeing residents and taxable income: new report

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Mamdani shrugs off Trump attack that he will ruin' NYC, defends tax on luxury second homes | amNewYork

New York City proposes a tax on non-primary residences over $5 million to generate revenue amid a budget gap.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

NYC's economic resilience' masks a deeper crisis involving fleeing residents and taxable income: new report

New York City's economy shows growth, but faces challenges like population decline, rising housing costs, and reduced public school enrollment.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Thousands of curbside Empire' trash bins coming to more parts of NYC | amNewYork

New York City will replace black garbage bags with lidded containers, expanding Empire Bins across all boroughs by 2031.
New York City
fromStrongtowns
1 week ago

New York City and the Myth of a Balanced Budget | Strong Towns

New York City faces a significant budget gap despite its economic success, raising questions about the nature of the financial issues at hand.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Mamdani shrugs off Trump attack that he will ruin' NYC, defends tax on luxury second homes | amNewYork

New York City proposes a tax on non-primary residences over $5 million to generate revenue amid a budget gap.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Get in gear! What to know about the TD Five Boro Bike Tour pedaling through NYC on May 3 | amNewYork

Ken Podziba, Bike New York's president and CEO, emphasized that the Five Boro Bike Tour is not a race, but an opportunity to see New York City on two wheels. He stated, 'You ride across the five bridges, and you see the skyline in front of you. You're experiencing it at street level.'
New York City
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
2 days ago

Non Profits, City Officials Put Pressure On Lawmakers To OK Gov. Hochul's 'Stop Super Speeders' Effort - Streetsblog Empire State

Community organizations in The Bronx advocate for the 'Stop Super Speeders Act' to enhance public safety through speed-limiting devices for reckless drivers.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
16 hours ago

Flow grow: NYC public urination soars, up nearly 50% since 2025: NYPD

Public urination complaints in New York City have nearly doubled in 2023 compared to 2022, while public drinking complaints have decreased significantly.
Brooklyn
fromNY Carib News
5 days ago

NYC - Rep Clarke Launches Re-Election Campaign

Yvette D. Clarke launched her re-election campaign for New York's 9th Congressional District, emphasizing community legacy and criticizing economic inequality.
#childcare
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mamdani and Obama sing to toddlers in the Bronx as mayor pushes free childcare | amNewYork

Mamdani and Obama promote free childcare in NYC, emphasizing investments in early childhood education during a visit to a Bronx child care center.
NYC politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Zohran Mamdani on 100 days as New York mayor

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addresses key issues like childcare, housing, bigotry, and the future of the Democratic Party in his first 100 days.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mamdani and Obama sing to toddlers in the Bronx as mayor pushes free childcare | amNewYork

Mamdani and Obama promote free childcare in NYC, emphasizing investments in early childhood education during a visit to a Bronx child care center.
NYC politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Zohran Mamdani on 100 days as New York mayor

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addresses key issues like childcare, housing, bigotry, and the future of the Democratic Party in his first 100 days.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

'Rate Evaders': Auto Insurance Address Fraud Soars Under Hochul's Watch - Streetsblog New York City

The state Department of Financial Services quantifies the fraud annually based on information provided by insurance companies, which track policyholders misrepresenting where they predominantly use and store their vehicles to get cheaper rates.
NYC politics
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Monday's Headlines: World Cup Fuss Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New Jersey Transit charges $150 for train tickets to World Cup games, prompting criticism and highlighting local resource strain from FIFA's demands.
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
1 week ago

NYC council member, Hochul aide rally as supporters decry federal bribery probe

A New York City Council member and her sister are under federal investigation for potential bribery related to migrant shelter contracts, but have not been charged.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Queens lawmaker incensed after fiery car meetup in neighborhood, demands arrests: We are not putting up with this garbage' | amNewYork

A Queens lawmaker demands arrests after a dangerous car meetup involving stunts and a fire in a neighborhood.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

Eric Adams' zombie effort to change NYC Charter roars to life with first public hearing

Public input is welcomed as the commission seeks to modernize city government and enhance democratic involvement.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Mamdani jolts Council race on Manhattan's West Side ahead of early voting | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed Lindsey Boylan in a competitive Manhattan City Council special election, impacting the race dynamics significantly.
#zohran-mamdani
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Trump Says Mamdani Will Ruin NYC But That They're Still Cool

Zohran Mamdani and Donald Trump have a complex relationship marked by criticism and a shared focus on New York's fiscal policies.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

At 100 days, Mamdani leans into 'pothole politics' and child care push

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes delivering on both big promises and everyday fixes to rebuild trust in city government.
NYC politics
fromKotaku
4 days ago

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani Explains Politics With Mario Kart

Zohran Mamdani uses Mario Kart metaphors to advocate for philanthropy in funding universal child care in New York City.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Trump Says Mamdani Will Ruin NYC But That They're Still Cool

Zohran Mamdani and Donald Trump have a complex relationship marked by criticism and a shared focus on New York's fiscal policies.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

In Mamdani's NYC, sewer socialism is out. Pothole politics is in.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes 'pothole politics' to address city issues directly and practically, focusing on tangible improvements for New Yorkers.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

Mayor Mamdani Goes to Housing Court, And What Else Happened This Week

Mayor Mamdani aims to support tenants facing eviction but has not committed to specific funding or promises.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
6 days ago

How Hochul and Mamdani forged a compromise over taxing the rich

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul reached a compromise on a pied-à-terre tax for ultrawealthy second-home owners.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
1 week ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Carmen De La Rosa

Carmen De La Rosa focuses on housing, technology access, and senior support in her role as a New York City Council Member.
#nyc-community-boards
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
4 weeks ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Frank Morano

Frank Morano aims to enhance government accountability and improve quality of life for Staten Island constituents by advocating for their needs.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Editorial | Mamdani needs to focus on being New York's mayor, not his worldview | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani frequently addresses international issues instead of focusing on local New York City concerns like affordability, public safety, and transportation that voters prioritized.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 months ago

NYC's borough presidents wield new power over housing decisions. How will they use it?

Borough presidents regained decisive land-use appeal authority, enabling them to overturn council decisions and reshape housing development priorities across neighborhoods.
New York City
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Council Speaker Seeks to 'Elevate the Role of Community Planning' in Land Use Decisions

The New York City Council seeks proactive, community-driven land use planning to increase local engagement, improve development outcomes, and accelerate housing production.
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