Technology
Policy
How bus shelters will help usher in 5G
New equipment on “street furniture” will be crucial once next-gen wireless service finally arrives.
New York City
Politics
All the ways AOC has made critics' heads explode
Her opponents watch her like a hawk, but often their criticisms make little sense.
Technology
Policy
Can New York actually stop the scourge of robocalls?
A new proposal from Gov. Cuomo might curb the pesky calls, but ending them is a gargantuan task.
New York State
Politics
Brooklyn state Senate race may be broader referendum
State Sen. Velmanette Montgomery’s retirement sets up a new type of battle between the old guard and leftists.
New York City
Politics
NYCHA’s list of unresolved issues grows
Broken elevators, lead paint, pests and more have yet to be handled.
New York City
Politics
Is New York leader of the pack?
Cuomo claims New York's a progressive powerhouse. It's just the mild one.
Technology
Policy
Talking urban tech and IT contracts with Robinson Hernandez
First Read Tech talks to Robinson Hernandez, executive director of the Urban Tech Hub @ Company.
Transportation
Opinion
Increase Penn Station’s capacity with fewer platforms
While Gov. Cuomo’s ambition to improve capacity is commendable, the recently announced plan is all wrong.
New York City
Politics
Murder rose by 8% in NYC in 2019
The slight uptick in murders, however, is nothing to be concerned about.
New York City
Politics
Black and Hispanic residents targeted for jaywalking in NYC
A new report suggests that the New York Police Department is disproportionately ticketing people of color for the minor infraction.
Nonprofits
Policy
Nonprofits brace for possible state cuts to social services
What New York nonprofits should watch this upcoming legislative session.
New York City
Policy
Is New York cyber-battle ready?
An escalation with Iran has left the country on alert for cyberattacks – and New York is no exception.
New York City
Politics
New York prepares for potential Iran blowback
With threats being hurled between Iran and the U.S., the Empire State is taking extra precautions to thwart terrorism.
New York City
Politics
Thousands march in solidarity against anti-Semitism
At the rally, Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Sen. Chuck Schumer both announced intentions to provide more funding to protect religious institutions.
New York City
Politics
Fictional New York City ‘councilor’ endorses Jimmy Van Bramer
Actor Kal Penn has come out in support of Van Bramer's quest to be Queens borough president.
New York City
Personality
Can the police curtail anti-Semitic attacks?
New York Assembly candidate Boris Santos doesn’t think it’s the best anti-hate tactic.
New York City
Opinion
Time for a second Cuomo commission on homelessness
New York City needs a comprehensive review of its approach to housing the homeless.
New York City
Politics
Queens machine backs Donovan Richards for borough president
Now that the Queens Democratic Party has weighed in, and one candidate dropped out, the race to replace Melinda Katz takes shape.
New York State
Politics