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Eric Adams defends trip south of the border
The New York City mayor pushed back on critics, saying that his four-day visit to Latin America accomplished exactly what he intended.
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Brooklyn-based mentoring program for at-risk youth ends due to budget cuts
The community-based Next STEPS aimed to promote education, employment, health services, family engagement and civic participation.
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Glorious Grandparents in Government
Hear from Beth Finkel, State Director, AARP NY; US Senator Chuck Schumer and NYC Department of Aging Commissioner Lorraine Cortes-Vazquez on what it means to be a grandparent working in government.
Cannabis
Policy
Long road ahead for legal cannabis market in New York
The Office of Cannabis Management has opened applications for legal cannabis businesses, but it will take time before there’s a fully-realized recreational market.
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Working Families Party kicks off first-ever national convention in Philadelphia
The progressive labor-focused party welcomed lawmakers from around the region, labor leaders and more at the Downtown Sonesta Friday night
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Building YIMBY support for affordable housing in NYC
A discussion with Annemarie Gray, executive director of the nonprofit Open New York.
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OPINION: Why the 90% deserve a hand up, not a handout
Here’s how a non-profit works with high-potential entrepreneurs to make America a land of opportunity for all.
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Opinion: New York has a long way to go on wrongful convictions
Legislation approved by the state Senate and Assembly would create a working pathway to exoneration in our state.
New York State
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Sources: Tom Suozzi expected to announce run soon for 3rd Congressional District
The former member of Congress is making calls to his one-time colleagues and may announce as soon as next week that he will seek his old seat.
Politics
Politics
Council’s Italian Caucus will celebrate ‘Columbus Day’ this Monday
Democrat Justin Brannan is among the members who signed on to the letter seeking to preserve recognition of Columbus Day.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Paladino continues to outraise Avella in Queens council race
Democratic former state Sen. Tony Avella is trying again for the seat in a repeat election against Paladino.
Energy & Environment
Politics
Mayor Eric Adams insists the city is prepared for this weekend’s storm
With the city’s response and preparation to recent weather events under investigation, the mayor is taking no chances in preparing the public for this weekend’s rain.
News & Politics
Politics
Despite New York City’s ‘sanctuary city’ status, Eric Adams hints at cooperation with immigration officials
The mayor said he would honor the laws on the books, but there remain other legal ways to collaborate with ICE agents
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Out from under a rock
The Adams administration has repeatedly delayed notifying the public of potential hazards.
New York State
Politics
McCarthy’s exit may have limited impact on New York’s congressional races
While GOP dysfunction has been on full display, voters may have a short memory with next year’s crucial elections so far away.
New York City
Politics
New York City Council rematches give candidates a shot at redemption
While these races can be exciting, they might not produce much upheaval in November.
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