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NYC politics

Editorial | Building a responsible budget at City Hall | amNewYork

New York City

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

New York City

Op-ed | A responsible path forward for New York City's budget | amNewYork

Mamdani Announces $108M Plan To Upgrade NYC Storm Drains

New York City plans to invest $108 million to upgrade catch basins and storm drains to reduce street flooding.

NYC climate chief says environmental policies and affordability go hand-in-hand

New York City's climate goals are essential for improving affordability and addressing economic justice.

fromHell Gate

Podcast

Randy Mastro Truly Gutted Compost Collection

Editorial | Building a responsible budget at City Hall | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin present competing budget plans to address a $5.9 billion deficit in New York City.

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

Funding for New York City's trash containerization program is uncertain, risking the continuation of efforts to improve waste management.

Op-ed | A responsible path forward for New York City's budget | amNewYork

New York City's budget process is a complex negotiation that impacts community investment and addresses fiscal challenges.

Mamdani Announces $108M Plan To Upgrade NYC Storm Drains

New York City plans to invest $108 million to upgrade catch basins and storm drains to reduce street flooding.

NYC climate chief says environmental policies and affordability go hand-in-hand

New York City's climate goals are essential for improving affordability and addressing economic justice.

more#new-york-city

Where are Brooklyn's "recreation deserts," and what can be done to fix them? * Brooklyn Paper

"Brooklyn has always been a place where movement is part of daily life. But today, Brooklynites, like all New Yorkers, are moving less, feeling more isolated and dealing with elevated rates of chronic diseases."

Brooklyn

EXCLUSIVE: Mamdani Creates 'Curb Management' Office at DOT, Seeking Order From Chaos - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdani administration will establish an Office of Curb Management to optimize New York City's curbside space for public use.

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.

New York City

Mayor Mamdani resumes fines for failure to compost in NYC

New York City

How Do I Convince My Super to Compost?

New York City

How Do I Convince My Super to Compost?

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.

New York City

Mayor Mamdani resumes fines for failure to compost in NYC

New York City

How Do I Convince My Super to Compost?

New York City

How Do I Convince My Super to Compost?

Op-ed | NYC Council's last-mile facilities' bill could be last straw for small businesses | amNewYork

New York City's regulatory environment poses significant challenges for small businesses like Fairly Nuts, threatening their operations and future viability.

OMG science

fromState of the Planet

Two Sustainability Students See Opportunity Hidden in Laundry-Induced Microplastic Pollution

Federal agencies are prioritizing microplastics in drinking water and launching initiatives to detect and remove them from the human body.

fromThe New Yorker

Can Sponge Cities Save Us from the Coming Floods?

Flood control strategies are shifting from traditional barriers to more integrated, park-like solutions due to climate change impacts.

18 hours ago

Citi Bike is giving away unlimited free rides to New Yorkers for Earth Day

"Car-Free Earth Day is a reminder that we only have one planet-and that our streets play a critical role in our fight against climate change," said NYC DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn in an official statement.

Alternative transportation

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a weekly neighborhood trash pick-up to improve the area and enjoy local discounts and brunch with friends.

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a community trash pick-up event to improve the neighborhood and enjoy local discounts and brunch afterward.

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a community trash pick-up event to improve the neighborhood and enjoy local discounts and brunch afterward.

fromThe Washington Post

US news

NYC's newest hobby is cleaning up trash and documenting the filth

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a weekly neighborhood trash pick-up to improve the area and enjoy local discounts and brunch with friends.

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a weekly neighborhood trash pick-up to improve the area and enjoy local discounts and brunch with friends.

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a community trash pick-up event to improve the neighborhood and enjoy local discounts and brunch afterward.

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a community trash pick-up event to improve the neighborhood and enjoy local discounts and brunch afterward.

fromThe Washington Post

US news

NYC's newest hobby is cleaning up trash and documenting the filth

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a weekly neighborhood trash pick-up to improve the area and enjoy local discounts and brunch with friends.

more#community-service

Dining

23 hours ago

Taking back lunch in New York, one hour at a time | amNewYork

Lunch breaks are diminishing in New York, with many workers eating at their desks and skipping breaks altogether.

Bicycling

12 hours ago

Cycle of Rage: Wrong-Way Driver Reveals Wrong-Way Approach To Street Safety - Streetsblog New York City

Reckless drivers often evade accountability, as demonstrated by a recent incident where a cyclist was nearly hit without any police action taken.

#homelessness

18 hours ago

NYC parents

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

fromCity & State NY

NYC parents

Report: Absenteeism, lagging test scores, school transfers soar for homeless NYC students

NYC parents

As homelessness rises among NYC kids, report finds most struggle to make it to school

18 hours ago

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

Homeless students in NYC face significant educational challenges, including chronic absenteeism and frequent school transfers, impacting their academic performance.

fromCity & State NY

Report: Absenteeism, lagging test scores, school transfers soar for homeless NYC students

Homeless students in New York City face significant educational disparities, including chronic absenteeism and low test scores compared to their housed peers.

As homelessness rises among NYC kids, report finds most struggle to make it to school

Nearly half of New York City's homeless students were chronically absent from school last year, highlighting significant educational challenges.

Bronx woman worried about health after apartment overrun with rats

A Bronx woman struggles with a severe rat infestation in her apartment, impacting her health and living conditions.

New York Islanders

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

This Electric-Green Stream Is Actually a Good Thing

Clove Lakes Park in Staten Island faces odor issues linked to wastewater management, prompting investigations by environmental authorities.

Agriculture

2 days ago

5 Vertical Farm Designs That Grow Food Inside Your Home and City - Yanko Design

Vertical farming offers a sustainable solution to food production, reducing waste and resource use while enhancing urban living.

Roam Research

fromenglish.elpais.com

2 days ago

How to measure bad smells: the citizen science that is challenging the stench of rotten eggs and cabbage soup

Different methods exist to scientifically measure odors, but they often fail to assess the discomfort caused to individuals at a distance.

Nick Poe's Houseplant Hot Spot

"Why should tubs be relegated to bathrooms?" Poe questions, showcasing his innovative approach to interior design by placing a bathtub in the main living area.

Renovation

Education

fromFox News

NYC schools track bathroom time with digital hall passes

SmartPass digital hall pass system in NYC schools tracks student movement and time outside class, aiming to improve safety and accountability.

Upper West Side

NY is relaxing restrictions on eating Hudson River fish - but maybe go easy for now

Fish consumption advisories for the lower Hudson River have been updated, allowing limited consumption for sensitive groups, but caution remains essential.

Remodel

fromArchitectural Digest

3 years ago

We Asked Experts How to Eliminate Dust From Every Surface in Your Home-This Is What They Said

Proper dusting involves cleaning from top to bottom and addressing air vents to effectively eliminate dust and improve home health.

'Didn't know we had a landlord' - fatal Queens house fire exposes squalor, violations

"The landlord did not pay attention to this house whatsoever. We didn't even know we had a landlord."

NYC real estate

Gowanus Sanitation Facility Clears Way for Superfund Tanks

A new $24 million facility in Gowanus enhances sanitation operations and supports Gowanus Canal cleanup by storing road salt and processing compost.

Brooklyn

City unveils $24M sanitation facility in Gowanus, advances long-delayed CSO tank construction * Brooklyn Paper

fromBrownstoner

Gowanus Sanitation Facility Clears Way for Superfund Tanks

A new $24 million facility in Gowanus enhances sanitation operations and supports Gowanus Canal cleanup by storing road salt and processing compost.

Brooklyn

City unveils $24M sanitation facility in Gowanus, advances long-delayed CSO tank construction * Brooklyn Paper

Unlicensed NY funeral director kept decomposing bodies, prosecutors say

A Long Island man faces felony charges for operating an unlicensed funeral home with decomposing bodies and defrauding grieving families.

Alternative transportation

NYC officials mark 100,000th pothole filled in pothole blitz campaign

The city filled its 100,000th pothole in a blitz campaign, the highest in over a decade.

#car-free-earth-day

fromNew York City, NY Patch

NYC Car-Free Earth Day Returns This Month With Open Streets Citywide

Car-Free Earth Day promotes climate activism by transforming city streets into pedestrian plazas on April 25.

Alternative transportation

NYC's car-free Earth Day returns April 25 with streets open across 5 boroughs

Dozens of streets in New York City will become pedestrian plazas for Car-Free Earth Day on April 25, promoting climate change awareness and sustainability.

fromNew York City, NY Patch

NYC Car-Free Earth Day Returns This Month With Open Streets Citywide

Car-Free Earth Day promotes climate activism by transforming city streets into pedestrian plazas on April 25.

NYC's car-free Earth Day returns April 25 with streets open across 5 boroughs

Dozens of streets in New York City will become pedestrian plazas for Car-Free Earth Day on April 25, promoting climate change awareness and sustainability.

more#car-free-earth-day

Mental health

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Helping Formerly Unhoused Older New Yorkers Age With Dignity

Supportive housing provides essential safety, security, and privacy for seniors, significantly improving their quality of life and addressing homelessness and affordability issues.

#new-york

NYC food

You can now eat fish from the Hudson River. No, we are not kidding.

New York State now allows limited fish consumption from the Lower Hudson River due to reduced PCB levels.

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 food

You can now eat fish from the Hudson River. No, we are not kidding.

New York State now allows limited fish consumption from the Lower Hudson River due to reduced PCB levels.

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's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

Many children in NYC's homeless shelters struggle to enroll in school, leading to chronic absenteeism and academic setbacks.

Pets

Can I Shame My Neighbor Into Cleaning Up After His Dog?

Public shaming may not be the best solution for neighbors who fail to clean up after their dogs.

Alternative transportation

NYC health department has questions about the floating pool set for the East River

A floating pool project in New York aims to provide filtered East River water for swimming by summer 2027, despite ongoing delays.

fromBusline News

The Road To Zero Emissions: What It Really Takes - Busline News

Transitioning to zero emissions in transit requires balancing technology, funding, and community expectations amid changing federal priorities.

Hole-y moley! Mayor Mamdani fills NYC's 100,000th pothole this year after frigid winter | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani filled the 100,000th pothole in NYC, marking a significant milestone in road repairs after a harsh winter.

Agriculture

fromTasting Table

The Unexpected Benefits Of Using Dryer Lint In Your Vegetable Garden - Tasting Table

Dryer lint can be repurposed as mulch in gardens, helping to retain moisture and deter pests.

fromRoute Fifty

Across New York, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins

Concerns about autonomous vehicles in New York focus on job displacement and lack of support for affected workers.

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.

March (Parking) Madness Finals: Who Will Roll The Rock? - Streetsblog New York City

The 120th Precinct faces the 122nd Precinct in the finals of Streetsblog's March (Parking) Madness tournament.

Boston

fromBoston.com

This Dorchester resident brings trash to City Hall to raise awareness of the litter problem in Boston

A Boston activist collects discarded city infrastructure and deposits it at City Hall to highlight government neglect and resource misallocation.

fromThe Marshall Project

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.

fromEarth911

Guest Idea: What Really Happens After You Drop Off Recycling?

Recycling involves a complex journey from collection to sorting, influenced by local policies, technology, and consumer demand.

from99% Invisible

Service Request #3: Why Is There So Much Litter in San Francisco? - 99% Invisible

San Francisco's struggle with public trash can placement reveals deeper issues in urban waste management and human behavior.

Teen killed when private garbage truck driver hits her in Queens crosswalk, NYPD says

Nishath Jannath was crossing the street at 62nd Street and Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside around 11:55 p.m. when she was hit by the driver as they turned into the crosswalk.

NYC parents

FDNY responds to compactor fire in Crown Heights

FDNY controlled a compactor fire in Crown Heights early Friday morning with no reported injuries.

fromBrownstoner

Brooklyn Creative Reuse Opens at Industry City

Brooklyn Creative Reuse provides affordable art materials and creative classes while promoting sustainability by keeping art supplies out of landfills.

fromInvestigative Post

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.

NYC politics

Everyday cooking

fromTasting Table

4 weeks ago

Don't Toss That Banana Peel - Use It To Deodorize Your Smelly Kitchen Trash Can - Tasting Table

Banana peels effectively deodorize kitchen trash cans due to isoamyl acetate, a volatile compound that neutralizes odors when placed at the bottom of the bin.

Beer

Your bottle returns could soon be worth double in New York

New York proposes doubling its bottle deposit from 5 cents to 10 cents for the first time since 1983 and expanding it to include sports drinks, iced teas, and flavored waters.

Calling NYC parents with young kids: City Hall wants your views on child care

The Mamdani administration is conducting a citywide survey to shape child care policy in New York City.

AOC urges Hochul to scrap plan that would widen Cross Bronx Expressway | amNewYork

Ocasio-Cortez emphasized the need to protect the community, stating, 'On behalf of my constituents and nearly 64,000 local residents impacted by this project, I am requesting that your administration reject any plans to expand the Cross Bronx Expressway beyond its current footprint.'

NYC politics

NYC 3D Underground Maps Could Speed Construction

New York City is creating a 3D underground map to improve construction efficiency and reduce delays caused by buried utilities.

Portland food

fromwww.mercurynews.com

California park's use of human compost draws outcry

A California conservation trust using human compost at a public park faces criticism from officials who claim it violates regulations, while the trust maintains the practice is environmentally beneficial.

DOT's Greenpoint Greenway Project Doesn't Dream Big Enough - Streetsblog New York City

The new Brooklyn waterfront greenway project on Commercial Street is insufficient to meet the growing demand for pedestrian and bike space.

National Grid revamping key Staten Island natural gas site | amNewYork

National Grid New York is modernizing Staten Island's Grasmere Gate Station to enhance natural gas supply for 100,000 customers.

Non-profit organizations

fromCity Limits

Opinion: New York City Needs an Office of Circularity

New York City should establish a municipal Office of Circularity to transform its linear waste system into a circular economy, reducing environmental costs while creating jobs and serving communities in need.

fromCity Limits

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Councilmember Farah Louis is under federal investigation for allegedly steering shelter contracts in exchange for benefits.

#community-cleanup

NYC real estate

Meet the NYC woman who's been clearing a 'cacophony' of trash from the Brooklyn Bridge

fromwww.theguardian.com

Brooklyn

The tech worker cleaning condoms and old socks off the Brooklyn Bridge: People have no shame'

NYC real estate

Meet the NYC woman who's been clearing a 'cacophony' of trash from the Brooklyn Bridge

fromwww.theguardian.com

Brooklyn

The tech worker cleaning condoms and old socks off the Brooklyn Bridge: People have no shame'

more#community-cleanup

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

Congestion pricing funds will replace diesel trucks with hybrid models to reduce air pollution in the city.

fromStreetsblog Empire State

Thursday Headlines: The Wrong Fraud Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

Auto insurance fraud in New York is primarily linked to no-fault insurance, not the lawsuit changes proposed by the governor.

Thursday's Headlines: Joking Around Edition - Streetsblog New York City

April Fools' Day stories successfully tricked journalists and highlighted the absurdity of local political narratives.

fromThe New Yorker

Zohran Mamdani's Pick to Help "Fundamentally Change" the Way New Yorkers Relate to City Government

Tascha Van Auken aims to transform New Yorkers' relationship with city government through the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement.

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.

Tuesday's Headlines: 'A Man, A Lander, A Plan Transit' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Federal funding for transit should be increased to 50% to better support public transportation over highways.

Clean-up, construction inch forward at Gowanus Green amid concerns from residents, pols * Brooklyn Paper

Gowanus Green affordable housing project faces resolution of remediation disputes between National Grid and environmental agencies over contaminated groundwater containment at a former manufactured gas plant site.

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.

fromBrooklyn, NY Patch

3 weeks ago

These Are Brooklyn's Dirtiest Neighborhoods: Data

New York City receives approximately 3,728 sanitation complaints per 100,000 residents, ranking better than Baltimore, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, though Brooklyn's 11216 ZIP code has the city's highest complaint rate at 7,664 per 100,000 residents.

NYC public servants behind FDNY safety tool, vending machines and shelter food tracking honored with Hayes awards

NYC honors city workers for innovative projects improving government services at the fourth annual Hayes Innovation Prize ceremony.

fromNew York Daily News

Queens woman, 19, fatally struck by private sanitation truck driver

Jannath Nishath was crossing 62nd St. in Woodside when she was struck by the driver of a Royal Waste Services garbage truck turning off Roosevelt Ave. about 11:55 p.m. Sunday.

New York City

NYC's 'trash revolution' gets new general as Mamdani names his sanitation chief

As commissioner, Gregory will carry forward the transformative projects he helped build, from waste containerization and curbside composting to commercial waste reform... I look forward to working with Gregory to keep pushing forward to build a cleaner, healthier and more just city for all New Yorkers.

New York City

Editorial | Is there no relief for NYC in its ongoing public bathroom woes? | amNewYork

New York City has struggled for 20 years to expand public bathroom access despite multiple mayoral initiatives, pilot programs, and significant financial investments with minimal concrete results.

3 weeks ago

NYC wrestles with delays in delivering official trash bins

Thousands of New Yorkers await city-issued trash bins ahead of June fines, as supply chain delays persist despite sanitation department assurances of resolution by month's end.

3 weeks ago

City council approves pilot program to improve NYC street cleanliness, snow removal

New York City Council approved a pilot program to enhance street cleanliness and snow removal from public spaces including bus shelters and bike stations, with private owner accountability and results reporting in two years.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Deep freeze tests city sanitation workers

Given that the same sanitation workers who pick up trash have been clearing the foot of snow and ice that fell last Sunday, we are about one day behind on collection, and we ask for patience from New Yorkers while we catch up,

Brooklyn

#dog-waste

New York City

New York City's "Crappiest Block" Revealed as Dog Waste Complaints Soar in Brooklyn

New York City

Dog poop data reveals New York City's crappiest block

fromHell Gate

New York City

New York City Is Drowning in Dog Poop

New York City

New York City's "Crappiest Block" Revealed as Dog Waste Complaints Soar in Brooklyn

New York City

Dog poop data reveals New York City's crappiest block

fromHell Gate

New York City

New York City Is Drowning in Dog Poop

New York City

Tourists tie piles of trash - including tampons, condoms, panties - to NYC's Brooklyn Bridge in disgusting trend

New York City

Volunteer takes on trash plaguing the Brooklyn Bridge

fromNew York Post

New York City

Tourists tie piles of trash - including tampons, condoms, panties - to NYC's Brooklyn Bridge in disgusting trend

New York City

Volunteer takes on trash plaguing the Brooklyn Bridge

Applications open to paint a DSNY garbage truck this spring amNewYork

New York City artists can apply to paint DSNY collection trucks this spring; winners receive a $1,500 stipend and are encouraged to use recycled paints.

fromStreetsblog

Snow Problem: Can New York City Handle Big Winter Storms Anymore? - Streetsblog New York City

Prolonged subfreezing weather after a major snowstorm left sidewalks, bus stops, and bike lanes blocked, causing severe pedestrian and accessibility disruptions.