On Thursday, January 11th, Mayor Eric Adams dismissed the previously announced elimination of thousands of litter baskets throughout the city. The mayor's announcement comes after a series of budget rollbacks...
Read moreNew York City is set to establish its first magnet high schools with a $30 million grant from the federal government. Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor David Banks announced...
Read moreNew York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday, January 10th, a partial reversal of budget cuts previously set in November, affecting the NYPD and FDNY. Mayor Adams’ decision, primarily influenced...
Read moreSince day one, our administration has been clear about our vision for the five boroughs — creating a city that is safer, more economically viable, and more livable for the...
Read moreLast week, both New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced initiatives to return to phonics-based learning. Both Hochul and Murphy are following the lead of...
Read moreOn Tuesday, January 9th, New Jersey took a significant step towards empowering its younger population in the democratic process. Governor Phil Murphy proposed a groundbreaking initiative to allow 16 and...
Read moreLocal, National, and International News for the Diaspora LittleAfrica News Newspaper: January 11—January 17, 2024
Read moreIn a landmark move on Thursday, January 4th, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed the “New Voter Empowerment Act,” a significant piece of legislation that allows 17-year-olds to vote in...
Read moreIn an exclusive interview with LittleAfrica News, Mohammed Mardah shared his intention to run in the election for the newly opened 77th Assembly District seat. Mardah, a long-time resident of...
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