New York’s Twin Crisis: Migration Surge and Budget Shortfall
In a city celebrated for its vibrant tapestry of cultures, New York now faces an unprecedented migration crisis that is straining its economic resilience. The city has seen an influx ...
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Mayor Adams to Partner with Houses of Worship to Shelter Migrants – Much Cheaper Than Hotels
Fifty houses of worship across New York City will open their doors to shelter migrants amidst the ongoing crisis, Mayor Adams announced on Monday, June 5th. This two-year initiative, a ...
NYC Public Schools’ Data Reveals Unfilled Pre-K Seats and Stagnant Diversity in Elite High Schools
Recently released information by New York City Public Schools brings to light the persisting issues in the city's pre-kindergarten programs and again shows the failure of public schools to properly ...
E-Bike Battery Fires Result in Rising Number of Fatalities in New York
A report from the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) reveals that lithium-ion batteries, particularly from e-bikes, have instigated 92 fires, causing 64 injuries, and nine fatalities in the city ...
New York’s Graduating High School Seniors to be Offered Automatic Admission to SUNY and CUNY, Announces Governor Kathy Hochul
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an initiative that ensures every graduating high school senior in the state is given an offer to attend either the State University of New ...
Albany Poised to Advance Controversial “Clean Slate” Legislation Amid Mixed Reactions
The disputed “Clean Slate” legislation, set to seal criminal records for a range of crimes from misdemeanors to felonies, is nearing approval by New York state lawmakers. Supporters say the ...
Airbnb Files Lawsuit Against New York City Over Short-term Rental Regulations
Airbnb is pursuing legal action against New York City, alleging that the city's new short-term rental regulations are exceedingly challenging to comply with and could essentially wipe out the home-sharing ...
NYC Council Member Ari Kagan’s Former Personal Website Turned Into Adult Content Portal for Two Years
The previous personal website of Ari Kagan, a New York City Council Member, was repurposed into a pornographic site for two years, between May 2021 and May 2023. AriKagan.com, which ...
New York City Council Calls on Biden Administration to Expedite Work Permits for Migrants Amid Budget Strain
The New York City Council is urging the Biden administration to accelerate the issuance of work permits for the more than 45,000 immigrants residing in city-funded facilities across the five ...
