Immigration
Policy
NYC shelter limits could complicate asylum application process
New York City Council members raised concerns that shelter stay limits will make it more difficult for asylum-seekers to receive crucial notices from the federal government.
Personality
Personality
Lewis-Martin, Salaam, Cabán present visions for the future at NYC 40 under 40 event
City & State’s annual 40 under 40 celebration highlighted the city’s rising stars – and also some recent City Council drama.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Nonprofit recruits New Yorkers to fight book banning
PEN America marked Banned Books Week with events promoting the freedom to read and taking a stand against censorship.
Healthcare
Policy
Filling in the gaps left by federal child care funding running out
State Sen. Jabari Brisport has reupped his Universal Child Care Act for next year.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
COMMENTARY: Why police should be trained and prepared to protect children from trauma when their parents are arrested
Partnering with community based organizations, law enforcement agencies can meet the state’s new accreditation standard for safeguarding kids.
News & Politics
Politics
Amid Israel-Hamas war, Kathy Hochul takes the international stage
The New York governor has talked with the White House and Israel’s president about the war and Wednesday traveled to Israel for a “solidarity mission.”
News & Politics
Politics
Adams criticized for not offering enough support for Palestinians
The mayor’s response to the ongoing violence in Israel and Palestine has upset some local Muslim leaders, which could frustrate his attempts to court the growing voting bloc.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Long Island Republican trio goes rogue, votes for Lee Zeldin for speaker of the House
The former rep and gubernatorial candidate still has a few fans in Congress.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Amplify Her Foundation plans $1 million inaugural grantmaking cycle
The new philanthropic organization at the same time has released the new report, “If She Can Make it Here,” which will be used in the selection process.
News & Politics
Politics
On national TV, Eric Adams falsely accuses DSA of carrying swastikas and calling for extermination of Jews
Members of the Democratic Socialists of America have condemned the mayor’s inaccurate comments as cynical and are said to be considering legal action.
New York City
Policy
New York City unveils AI action plan
The first of its kind for a major U.S. city, the strategy sets a framework for the responsible roll out of artificial intelligence by agencies.
News & Politics
Politics
Here’s how politicians are reacting to Inna Vernikov’s arrest
Gov. Kathy Hochul, City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other politicians have weighed in.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Q&A: Ron Kim’s latest update on nursing home deaths investigation
The Aging Committee chair talked about cooperating with the feds and the next steps for the 2024 legislative session.
Opinion
Opinion
Commentary: Hakeem Jeffries’ socialist problem
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries can’t defeat the Democratic Socialists of America, and they can’t defeat him, leading to an uncomfortable stasis.
Editor's Note
Personality
Editor’s note: Is the NYPD’s K5 robot an example of friendly AI?
The robot has been working the midnight shifts and a recent holiday, which makes sense for keeping a watchful eye on crowds.
New York State
Personality
Q&A: Building YIMBY support for affordable housing in New York City
A discussion with Annemarie Gray, executive director of the nonprofit Open New York.
New York State
Policy
González-Rojas reintroduces legislation to eliminate social worker testing requirement
The difficult clinical exam has been considered a barrier for people of color from working in their communities
News & Politics
Politics
Council Member Inna Vernikov arrested on gun charge
The Republican from Brooklyn turned herself in and was charged with criminal possession of a firearm after she openly carried a pistol to a college protest, in violation of state gun laws.
Politics
Politics