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New York City's education system may soon implement a major policy change.  Chancellor David Banks has indicated that a school cell phone ban could be announced within the next two...

On Thursday, June 27th, the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) announced the reduction of speed limits in select areas following the enactment of Sammy’s Law. This legislation...

NYC Launches "NYC Solves" to Standardize Math Curriculum in Public Schools

On Tuesday, June 25th, Representative Jamaal Bowman, a prominent progressive and vocal critic of Israel, was defeated by Westchester County Executive George Latimer in the Democratic primary for New York’s...

New York City is trying to address disparities in math education by implementing a standardized curriculum across middle and high schools.  The initiative, dubbed "NYC Solves," hopes to tackle the...

On Tuesday, June 25th, the New York Police Department (NYPD) conducted a sweep of delivery bikes parked outside the Roosevelt Hotel, which has been functioning as a shelter for migrants....

The Nassau County legislature has approved a controversial bill banning transgender athletes from participating in women's and girls' sports at county-owned facilities.  The measure passed on Monday, June 24th, with...

Governor Kathy Hochul's recent decision to indefinitely pause the implementation of congestion pricing in New York City has garnered widespread support from suburban voters, according to a new Siena College...

New York's Interagency Task Force on Overdose Prevention has released a report outlining strategies to address the state's escalating drug overdose crisis.  The report, issued by the Department of Health's...