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NYC politics
fromHoodline
8 hours ago

Bernie Sanders and Mayor Mamdani Headline Union Now Rally in Manhattan

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Mayor Zohran Mamdani will lead a pro-labor rally to strengthen union power and support organizing efforts.
New York City
fromGothamist
7 hours ago

Empty building in Chelsea caught fire, FDNY says

Firefighters extinguished a fire in an empty Manhattan apartment building, with two firefighters hospitalized for minor injuries.
#ice
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

New York's Latino Communities 'Under Siege' by ICE's Racial Profiling, Lawsuit Says

ICE agents are accused of racially profiling and unlawfully arresting Latino individuals in New York.
Washington DC
fromAol
5 days ago

Is ICE still in NYC airports? Here's what we know

ICE agents may still be present in NYC airports to assist TSA due to staff shortages caused by a partial government shutdown.
Boston
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A woman faces backlash for allegedly reporting construction workers to ICE after a roofing job, claiming she owes them money and denies making the call.
US politics
fromNew York Daily News
2 weeks ago

ICE's flawed justification for courthouse arrests sparks demand to free those detained

ICE provided false information to justify mass arrests at immigration courts, leading to demands for the release of those detained.
more#ice
Law
fromEngadget
1 day ago

IBM settles its DEI lawsuit with the DOJ for $17 million

IBM will pay over $17 million to settle DOJ accusations of violating civil rights laws with its DEI practices.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

S.F. unions pledge to fight 'every one' of layoffs proposed by Mayor Lurie

Public sector unions oppose layoffs proposed by Mayor Lurie, emphasizing the importance of city workers for San Francisco's recovery.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Trump Admin Seeks Sweeping Access to Federal Workers' Health Records

The Trump administration seeks access to detailed medical records of federal workers and retirees, raising concerns about privacy and data security.
#immigration
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
fromWIRED
3 days ago
Washington DC

Meta Cafeteria Workers Did What Execs Won't: Took on ICE and Won

fromFortune
3 days ago
US politics

'This utter lack of communication and consultation flies in the face of federal law': states push against immigration detention plans | Fortune

NYC politics
fromURL Media
2 days ago

Half of ICE Detainees at Brooklyn Prison Have No Criminal Record: Documents

Over half of the nearly 200 detainees at NYC's MDC have no criminal record, raising concerns about immigration detention practices.
Law
fromURL Media
1 week ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
Washington DC
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Meta Cafeteria Workers Did What Execs Won't: Took on ICE and Won

Workers at a Meta café united to support a colleague's family member detained by immigration authorities, showcasing solidarity and activism in the tech industry.
US politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

'This utter lack of communication and consultation flies in the face of federal law': states push against immigration detention plans | Fortune

Immigration officials have spent $1.074 billion on warehouses for housing immigrants, facing significant opposition and scrutiny over contracts.
US politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

NYC's ICE office is arresting more immigrants, but deporting fewer

Federal immigration arrests in NYC tripled in early 2026 compared to 2025, but deportation rates and detention durations decreased.
NYC politics
fromURL Media
2 days ago

Half of ICE Detainees at Brooklyn Prison Have No Criminal Record: Documents

Over half of the nearly 200 detainees at NYC's MDC have no criminal record, raising concerns about immigration detention practices.
Law
fromURL Media
1 week ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
more#immigration
London
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Massive five-alarm fire in Queens destroys lumberyard; cause under investigation | amNewYork

A five-alarm fire at a Queens lumberyard on April 10 prompted a large firefighting response, with no reported injuries.
#bribery-investigation
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
2 days 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.
Brooklyn
fromNewsday
3 days ago

NYC Council member, Hochul aide rally with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation is examining potential misconduct involving a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to the governor.
NYC politics
fromSpectrumlocalnews
3 days ago

Hochul aide rallies with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

Farah Louis and her sister face a federal bribery investigation but have not been charged or publicly accused of wrongdoing.
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
2 days 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.
Brooklyn
fromNewsday
3 days ago

NYC Council member, Hochul aide rally with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation is examining potential misconduct involving a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to the governor.
NYC politics
fromSpectrumlocalnews
3 days ago

Hochul aide rallies with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

Farah Louis and her sister face a federal bribery investigation but have not been charged or publicly accused of wrongdoing.
more#bribery-investigation
Real estate
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

100 Days In, Mamdani's Housing Chief Says City Hall Will Stand Up for Tenants-And Work With Real Estate

The administration prioritizes tenant rights while engaging with the real estate industry to address the housing affordability crisis.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Months after the ICE shootings in Minnesota, a federal probe remains elusive

Federal investigations into three shootings involving immigration agents in Minneapolis are stagnant, with little cooperation from federal authorities.
#rent-stabilization
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 days ago

FARE Act adding to landlord strangulation, one owner says

Tenants are moving more frequently and becoming pickier, making it harder for landlords to fill rent-stabilized apartments near market rates.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

New Rent Guidelines Board reports fuel competing cases for and against a rent freeze | amNewYork

Rent increases for stabilized apartments have sparked conflict between tenant activists and landlords amid rising operating costs.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 days ago

FARE Act adding to landlord strangulation, one owner says

Tenants are moving more frequently and becoming pickier, making it harder for landlords to fill rent-stabilized apartments near market rates.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

New Rent Guidelines Board reports fuel competing cases for and against a rent freeze | amNewYork

Rent increases for stabilized apartments have sparked conflict between tenant activists and landlords amid rising operating costs.
more#rent-stabilization
SF parents
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Wife of Dreamer Detained by ICE Speaks Out: 'He's Done Everything Right'

Juan Chavez Velasco, a DACA recipient, was detained by ICE while delivering breast milk for his newborn daughter, raising concerns about his family's future.
#fair-work-agency
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Fair Work Agency's priorities criticised days before its launch

The government aims to reduce regulatory burdens on businesses, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the new Fair Work Agency in protecting workers' rights.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Fair Work Agency's priorities criticised days before its launch

The government aims to reduce regulatory burdens on businesses, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the new Fair Work Agency in protecting workers' rights.
more#fair-work-agency
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Baltimore Security Guards On Strike

The union claims the company barred security guards from unionizing, alleging that workers who participated in unions were discriminated against and even fired.
Boston
Canada news
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Man Lights 1.2 Million Square Foot Warehouse on Fire for Not Paying Him Enough

Workers face stagnant wages while living costs rise, leading to extreme actions like arson in frustration.
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

Remote work not only increases worker efficiency but also helps state workers who are struggling to pay bills. It costs state workers roughly $6,000 a year to come into office four times a week.
California
Higher education
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYU professors ratify their first union contract after March walkout

NYU professors reached their first union contract, securing job security, academic freedom, and significant pay raises after a strike.
Atlanta Braves
fromDefector
4 days ago

What Is A Strike | Defector

The Automated Ball-Strike system defines the strike zone based on a batter's height, eliminating human ambiguity in calling strikes.
#amazon
New York Islanders
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Mamdani Administration Backs 'Delivery Protection' Law Opposed By Amazon-Backed Coalition

Amazon-backed groups opposed a City Council bill requiring e-commerce companies to hire delivery workers directly, supported by Mayor Mamdani's administration.
New York Islanders
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Mamdani Administration Backs 'Delivery Protection' Law Opposed By Amazon-Backed Coalition

Amazon-backed groups opposed a City Council bill requiring e-commerce companies to hire delivery workers directly, supported by Mayor Mamdani's administration.
more#amazon
NYC parents
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | The personal impact of new SNAP work rules on Bronx residents - Bronx Times

New federal SNAP work requirements affect 120,000 New Yorkers, mandating documentation of work or training to maintain benefits.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

I love this place': Jimmy's Corner supporters rally for commercial rent stabilization bills | amNewYork

Jimmy's Corner, a beloved Times Square dive bar, faces eviction, prompting owner Adam Glenn to rally for legislation to protect small businesses.
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Op-ed: San Jose must act as "Slavery Towers" workers wait for protection - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's failure to enforce worker protections has led to ongoing issues of labor trafficking and wage theft in construction.
Law
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Vanguard Forfeits $1.5M in Manhattan DA Overbilling Deal

Vanguard Construction faces a three-year deferred prosecution agreement and forfeits $1.5 million due to a years-long overbilling scheme tied to city contracts.
#new-york
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC apartment buildings could get stinky and gross if the workers that serve them go on strike, union reps warn | amNewYork

Over a million New Yorkers may lose essential building services due to a potential strike by unionized workers over contract disputes.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Dealers say NY Dems' push to tax precious metals is fool's gold

New York Senate Democrats aim to repeal a 37-year-old tax exemption on bullion sales to increase state revenue.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC apartment buildings could get stinky and gross if the workers that serve them go on strike, union reps warn | amNewYork

Over a million New Yorkers may lose essential building services due to a potential strike by unionized workers over contract disputes.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Dealers say NY Dems' push to tax precious metals is fool's gold

New York Senate Democrats aim to repeal a 37-year-old tax exemption on bullion sales to increase state revenue.
more#new-york
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NYS corrections worker and felon boyfriend indicted for pimping out child

A corrections employee and her inmate partner were indicted for running a prostitution ring, including trafficking a child.
SF politics
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

NY State Senator & Judiciary Chair Sepulveda Was No-Show for Housing Court Clients

New York State Sen. Luis Sepúlveda failed to appear in court multiple times for tenants he was defending, resulting in negative outcomes for them.
Media industry
fromPoynter
4 days ago

ProPublica's union staged a 24-hour strike over AI, job protections - Poynter

ProPublica workers staged a strike over contract negotiations, focusing on protections against layoffs in an AI-driven industry.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Bronx housing justice org Banana Kelly sued over not properly paying workers | amNewYork

Banana Kelly nonprofit is accused of underpaying workers, violating labor laws by not compensating for all hours worked.
#real-estate
Real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

Last milking: How rough and dirty operators profit from failing buildings

Investors are buying rent-stabilized buildings despite losses, hoping for long-term gains, but face significant risks and challenges in the current market.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 days ago

New York latest state to consider law on private listings

New York's proposed bill aims to regulate private listings, requiring seller agreements and faster public listing timelines to enhance market transparency.
Real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

Last milking: How rough and dirty operators profit from failing buildings

Investors are buying rent-stabilized buildings despite losses, hoping for long-term gains, but face significant risks and challenges in the current market.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 days ago

New York latest state to consider law on private listings

New York's proposed bill aims to regulate private listings, requiring seller agreements and faster public listing timelines to enhance market transparency.
more#real-estate
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Report Finds Homeless Students Miss More School, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Over half of students in the shelter system were chronically absent, highlighting the need for increased support from city and state authorities.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Housing groups push to ensure new tenant harassment penalties get in state budget | amNewYork

New legislation aims to impose criminal penalties for systemic harassment of rent-regulated tenants in New York City.
#workers-rights
Berlin
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Tourists See a Luxury Hotel. We See Labor History and a City That Protects Workers.

Hotel workers organized a historic strike in 1912, demanding better working conditions and protections, leading to the formation of a powerful union.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

New Yorkers filed more federal unfair labor standards cases than any other state last year | amNewYork

New Yorkers filed 1,269 federal lawsuits for labor violations, leading the nation in protecting workers' rights against employers.
Berlin
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Tourists See a Luxury Hotel. We See Labor History and a City That Protects Workers.

Hotel workers organized a historic strike in 1912, demanding better working conditions and protections, leading to the formation of a powerful union.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

New Yorkers filed more federal unfair labor standards cases than any other state last year | amNewYork

New Yorkers filed 1,269 federal lawsuits for labor violations, leading the nation in protecting workers' rights against employers.
more#workers-rights
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Work-Life Balance Is Precious; So Is The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Lawyers today prioritize work-life balance over prestige and billable hours, seeking control over their time and flexibility in their careers.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Dan Goldman's five-bill blitz: How and why the New York congressman is fighting to reign in ICE | amNewYork

Dan Goldman advocates for immigration rights, proposing legislation against ICE's courthouse arrests, citing a personal family history of immigration.
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
NYC politics

Mamdani confirms probe of probation chief after lawsuit alleges firing over DOI complaint tied to alleged relationship

fromAol
3 days ago
NYC real estate

Summer heat is coming; Does your NYC landlord have to provide AC?

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Editorial | NYC true cost of living' report exposes a town without equity | amNewYork

62% of New Yorkers cannot meet the true cost of living, highlighting a significant economic crisis and racial disparities.
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
4 days ago

Where's the business exodus from NYC Mamdani critics promised? | Opinion

Claims of a mass business exodus from New York City are exaggerated, with rising demand for office spaces and AI firms driving growth.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mamdani confirms probe of probation chief after lawsuit alleges firing over DOI complaint tied to alleged relationship

Allegations against probation commissioner Sharun Goodwin are under investigation following a lawsuit from a former investigator claiming wrongful termination.
NYC real estate
fromAol
3 days ago

Summer heat is coming; Does your NYC landlord have to provide AC?

NYC mandates landlords to provide air conditioning in rentals by summer 2030, ensuring tenant rights and safety during installation.
New York City
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
New York City
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Editorial | NYC true cost of living' report exposes a town without equity | amNewYork

62% of New Yorkers cannot meet the true cost of living, highlighting a significant economic crisis and racial disparities.
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
4 days ago

Where's the business exodus from NYC Mamdani critics promised? | Opinion

Claims of a mass business exodus from New York City are exaggerated, with rising demand for office spaces and AI firms driving growth.
more#new-york-city
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

DOT reminds delivery apps they must give drivers protective equipment, get them to complete new safety course | amNewYork

Delivery apps must provide safety equipment and training for their workers to address rising safety concerns in New York City.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NY prison strike helped fuel $1.6 billion in overtime pay in 2025

New York state agencies spent over $1.6 billion on overtime in 2025, largely due to staffing issues and a corrections officer strike.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Brooklyn Cops Seek Suspect in Morning Groping Near Cadman Plaza

Police are searching for a man who groped a woman in Brooklyn, seeking public assistance to identify the suspect.
#immigration-enforcement
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Latino New Yorkers file lawsuit alleging racial profiling by Trump immigration agents

The Trump administration is accused of targeting individuals for immigration enforcement based on race and ethnicity, violating their rights.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Latino New Yorkers file lawsuit alleging racial profiling by Trump immigration agents

The Trump administration is accused of targeting individuals for immigration enforcement based on race and ethnicity, violating their rights.
more#immigration-enforcement
New York City
fromNewsmax
3 days ago

Mamdani Says He Will Overrule Police Commissioner If Needed

Mayor Mamdani asserts ultimate authority over NYC policing policy, prepared to overrule Police Commissioner Tisch if necessary.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Parents say abuses at shuttered Brooklyn day care highlight oversight gaps

A revoked day care owner reopened a facility that was later closed due to child abuse allegations and systemic oversight issues in NYC child care.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Wednesday's Headlines: You Had One Job Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The new delivery worker hub lacks essential facilities like a toilet, highlighting neglect of workers' needs in late-stage capitalism.
NYC politics
fromSpectrumlocalnews
3 days ago

Hochul aide rallies with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation involves a New York City Council member and her sister, who have not been charged with any crime.
NYC politics
fromDocumented
4 days ago

Here Are Several Lesser-Known NYC Laws - Documented

President Trump is reshaping immigration policy, causing concern among migrant communities about safety and legal repercussions in the U.S.
fromAol
4 days ago
NYC politics

Is NYC a sanctuary city? What Mullins could do to airport Customs here

U.S. airports may lose Customs and Border Patrol officers if located in sanctuary cities, impacting major travel hubs like NYC's LaGuardia and JFK.
New York City
fromJust The News
5 days ago

DOJ to probe NYC Mayor Mamdani's 'racial equity' plan

The U.S. Department of Justice will review New York City's racial equity plan due to potential conflicts with federal anti-discrimination laws.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
4 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Gale Brewer

Gale Brewer focuses on affordable housing, public safety, and community services to improve constituents' daily lives in New York City.
New York City
fromTampa Free Press
5 days ago

Mamdani's Racial Equity Pivot: New York City Hall Defends Scrubbing 'DEI' From New Report - Tampa Free Press

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed the removal of DEI terminology from a racial equity report, framing it as a necessary improvement.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

15 arrested in anti-ICE Passover protest takeover of Palantir's Manhattan lobby | amNewYork

Fifteen protesters were arrested after occupying Palantir's lobby during a Passover seder to condemn ICE operations.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | NY's human services workforce is done waiting for partial justice | amNewYork

New York's 800,000 human services workers remain chronically underpaid despite being essential to the state's social safety net, with government-set contracts failing to match inflation and rising living costs.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

NYC Council grills Mamdani's Department of Investigation commissioner nominee over campaign activities and donation | amNewYork

Nadia Shihata was nominated as DOI commissioner but faced scrutiny over her past support for Mayor Mamdani during her confirmation hearing.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Overhauling New York's paid medical leave law would benefit small businesses | amNewYork

New York's Temporary Disability Insurance program inadequately supports injured workers, providing only $170 per week, a figure unchanged since 1989.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Exclusive | Hochul running mate Adrienne Adams funneled $435K to migrant shelter tied to federal probe

Adrienne Adams allocated $435,000 to a nonprofit under federal corruption investigation, raising concerns about misuse of taxpayer funds.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Lux labor: Hundreds of workers from Midtown's luxury residential buildings rally in demand of fair contracts

Workers at three luxury Manhattan condo buildings are rallying for union contracts covering wages, benefits, and pensions after two years of stalled negotiations with building management.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Union workers, Council members urge Mamdani to fully fund city's labor watchdog agency as budget deficit fears grow | amNewYork

Union workers rallied for full funding of the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection amid proposed budget cuts by Mayor Mamdani.
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
1 week ago

Unions, NYC council members to rally for DCWP funding

Labor unions and advocates rally to demand full funding for the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection amid proposed budget cuts.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

New York Attorney General says NLRB has lost its independence' in Amazon case | amNewYork

New York says the NLRB lost independence after a presidential firing left it without quorum, fueling legal conflict over state enforcement of federal labor law.
New York Islanders
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | It's time to end employee non-competes in New York | amNewYork

Non-compete clauses in New York broadly restrict worker mobility, suppress wages, and harm workers and the state economy despite alternative protections.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Agency tasked with protecting workers says it needs more lawyers as Mamdani reverses campaign commitment to double its budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani proposed an 8% budget cut for the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, contrary to his campaign promise to double its funding.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

'It can't stand': Battle lines drawn for $30-minimum wage bill for NYC

A proposed $30 minimum wage for New York City has sparked intense debate between business opponents and worker advocates, with supporters citing affordability crisis impacts and opponents warning of unsustainable employer costs.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Expert Analysis | New York issues four year-end employment law changes amNewYork

New York law now explicitly makes requests for reasonable accommodations protected from employer retaliation, requiring employers to update policies, training, and compliance for 2026.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

$30 and a dream: NYC Council pushes minimum wage boost; says increase is a fair share

NYC's $17 minimum wage is insufficient for living costs; progressive lawmakers propose raising it to $30 per hour by 2030 to address the affordability crisis.
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Scandals Engulf Labor Secretary as Her Department Rolls Back Worker Protections

The reporting landed on the same day that a group of Senate Democrats launched an investigation into Chavez-De-Remer's policy moves at the Labor Department, accusing her agency of showing "disregard for workers' lives" by "rolling back protections that keep workers safe and hobbling the agency that is tasked with overseeing worker safety."
US politics
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Editorial | Freezing ICE in New York, until feds comply with the law amNewYork

New York should end local agreements allowing ICE to deputize local officers to prevent abuses, protect community trust, and enable accountability.
New York City
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

NYC Cracks Down on Employment Agency Violations Following City Limits' Investigation

Thousands of job seekers, especially low-income non–native English speakers, were charged illegal upfront fees or received only partial refunds from employment agencies.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

NYC announces more protected time off for workers

New York City guarantees more protected unpaid time off — 32 hours at hire and annually — for over three million workers, with enforcement and fines.
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