New York City

Policy

The NYCLU is using art to spark a debate about the NYPD's massive budget

This new exhibit, “29 Million Dreams,” was advertised on a truck driving around City Hall.

Policy

NYN Media

Report: 50% of working-age households do not meet the minimum cost of living

The alarming statistic is up from 36% in 2021, according to the study.

Policy

Policy

Eric Adams’ executive budget, by the numbers

A look at New York’s city’s fiscal year 2024 budget proposal.

New York City

Policy

Adams backs off full 4% cuts for some agencies in executive budget proposal

It’s not just libraries that will be spared the full breadth of the latest round of budget cuts. Agencies including the Department of Sanitation and Department of Homeless Services face reduced cuts.

Politics

Politics

Jimmy Oddo to head NYC Department of Buildings

The former Staten Island borough president will take over following former City Council Member Eric Ulrich’s resignation from the post.

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion: Who's left holding the bag?

The ‘Bigger Fees for Big Delivery Bill’ could force struggling local restaurants to pay higher fees to out-of-state delivery companies.

Politics

Politics

Teachers union rallies for more money, less paperwork

More than a third of an educator’s day is spent on tasks that don’t benefit kids, the union claims.

Policy

Policy

Why does the NYC Council think there’s more money to spend than Eric Adams?

City Hall and the City Council often have different budget projections – and the council has been more accurate in recent years.

Policy

Policy

More mental health crisis respite centers, in NYC Council plan

Mayor Eric Adams has his own mental health plan, but the council plans to push its priorities in the budget.

Editor's Note

Opinion

Editor’s Note: The pandemic proved free buses are worth exploring

The pandemic showed how removing the fare box makes this transportation option an even more vital service for New Yorkers.

New York City

Opinion

Editor’s Note: The pandemic proved free buses are worth exploring

Removing the fare box makes this transportation option an even more vital service for New Yorkers.

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion: NYC’s ‘Right to Counsel’ program in dire need of funding life raft

Provider staffing shortages have left people alone to navigate housing court.

Education

Politics

Lawsuit claims New York City children with special education needs should have been evaluated sooner

Three public school families suing the Department of Education argue that its failure to provide timely special education evaluations to students with disabilities has hampered their education.

Heard Around Town

Policy

New York City Council progressives call for rent freeze

The Rent Guidelines Board is set to consider another year of price hikes on rent stabilized apartments.