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Criticism of Mayor Adams’ Charter Revision Commission intensified today, as civil liberties groups joined City Council members in accusing the mayor of attempting to centralize power. At a rally held…
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The New York City Council voted to approve the second phase of Mayor Adams’ “City of Yes” zoning initiative, signaling a significant shift in the city’s approach to urban development.…
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Mayor Adams Faces Backlash Over Migrant Lifeguard Proposal A statement by Mayor Adams during a Monday press conference has landed him in hot water. When asked about addressing lifeguard shortages…
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In a historic move, the New York City Council overrode two key vetoes by Mayor Eric Adams on criminal justice reform bills. The legislation focuses on limiting the use of…
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New York City — The Brooklyn Navy Yard is set to become a hub for green manufacturing under a $500 million redevelopment plan unveiled by Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday.…
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New York City — Thousands of New Yorkers lined Fifth Avenue on Monday for the city’s annual Memorial Day Parade, honoring veterans and active-duty service members. The event, featuring marching…
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New York City — In a landmark decision, the New York City Council approved a plan on Thursday to transform a major section of Fifth Avenue into a pedestrian-friendly boulevard.…
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New York City — Mayor Eric Adams and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced on Tuesday a major expansion of the city’s electric bus fleet, with plans to add 500…
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New York City — Mayor Eric Adams announced a bold new initiative on Thursday aimed at addressing New York City’s growing homelessness crisis. The $1.2 billion program, titled Pathways to…
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New York City — After more than a decade of planning and construction, the long-awaited Flushing Meadows West Park officially opened on Wednesday, offering Queens residents a new green space…