Housing
Policy
City Council to push for more affordable housing investment in budget negotiations
Council members and advocates said an extra $5 billion over 10 years won’t be enough to address a housing affordability crisis.
New York State
Policy
What could still get passed in the New York legislative session?
Protections for tenants, survivors of sexual assault and formerly incarcerated people are all being considered. Eric Adams’ control of New York City schools also hangs in the balance.
Political Personalities with Skye
Stream
Passenger Surcharge Provides Workers' Comp to Drivers: The Black Car Fund
See the training, resources and insurance provided to keep independent-contracted drivers safe.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Opinion: Smaller class sizes are the best way to help students recover from the pandemic
The New York City Council will again have the opportunity to pass legislation that can make reduced class sizes a reality.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Robin Hood annual benefit raises $126 million
The money raised includes a $50 million commitment from New York City toward a $100 million joint child care initiative
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Is it 1994 again?
History usually repeats itself and recent polling in New York state points to a worsening political climate for Democrats, including Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Empower the public in the redistricting process
Here’s how an education plan is the answer.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
So when are this summer’s primary elections in New York?
Candidates got much needed clarity Wednesday on how and when they’ll appear on the ballot.
New York State
Policy
Voting rights legislation advances in New York
Lawmakers want to expand language access and create a statewide election database among other reforms.
New York State
Politics
Judge upholds Assembly lines in redistricting challenge, June primary to proceed
Steuben County Judge Patrick McAllister ruled on Wednesday that there was not enough time to redraw the Assembly lines ahead of the scheduled primary election date.
Labor
Policy
New York construction industry ‘flaggers’ allege rampant wage theft
Black and Latino nonunion flaggers on public construction projects report being paid just a third of wages they’re legally entitled to.
Heard Around Town
Politics
One45 Developer adds more affordable housing, ahead of Council vote
The Harlem project looks to negotiate with the council, despite opposition from the local member.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Hochul dedicates $35 million in state money for abortion access
As the Supreme Court moves toward reversing Roe v. Wade, the governor is working to make New York an access state.
Political Personalities with Skye
Stream
Meet the Street Vendor Parents of Assembly Member Manny De Los Santos
New Dominican Assemblyman shows us where he grew up in Washington Heights.
Abortion
Policy
Hochul dedicates $35 million in state money for abortion access
As the Supreme Court moves toward reversing Roe v. Wade, the governor is working to make New York an access state.
Nonprofits
NYN Media
Meet the Fresh Air Fund’s new CEO
Lisa Gitelson sits down with NYN to discuss her passion for childhood welfare advocacy and what she hopes to accomplish helming the renowned nonprofit.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Ruben Diaz Jr. is getting in the lobbying game
The former Bronx BP has been hired by Actum, but also has his own firm with clients.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Death of Rikers inmate comes as Adams faces growing concern over jail plan
The New York City mayor was criticized on Friday for visiting the jail without meeting inmates. A day later, one died.
Politics
Politics
Adams returning $800,000 to donors after canceling inauguration event
Big time donors like Steve Cohen, Dan Loeb, are getting their money back from the mayor.
Education
Policy