Opinion

Here in New York City, the three-day Labor Day weekend marks the beginning of a new year in many ways. Many of us are enjoying the last days of summer,...

This past week we made it official: outdoor dining is here to stay. New Yorkers were hungry for an outdoor dining program that was cleaner, safer, and healthier. And by...

New York City is home to people from all over the world. We may eat different foods and speak different languages, but in the end, we all want things: jobs,...

As mayor, it is my sacred duty to keep New Yorkers safe. I campaigned on making New York City a safer place to live, work, and raise a family, and...

Last week, we announced our plan to take down unsightly sidewalk sheds and reclaim our streets. Sidewalk sheds — which many New Yorkers also known as scaffolding — are the...

As Mayor of New York, I know just how important public safety is to our city, and how important the right leadership is in achieving it. Over the last 18...

One of my most sacred obligations as Mayor is keeping our children safe from harm. And one of the leading risks to their health is nicotine-based products, including cigarettes and...

 The old saying, 'Prevention is better than cure' is truer than ever today.  There are many problems that we face now, which—if we deal with them at the source—can be...

Our city's budget reflects our values, and for my administration, the needs of everyday people come first. This year, we navigated many significant financial challenges and have reached a budget...