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Report: Eric Adams’ administration is ‘unreasonably pessimistic’ in budget projections
The Fiscal Policy Institute found that recent projections have increasingly diverged from the city’s actual fiscal reality.
Budget
Politics
What to watch in the NYC budget fight
“We’ve still got six days to go. In budget negotiations, that’s a lifetime.”
Ask the Experts
Personality
Ask the Experts: How did pro-Palestine protests impact New York’s colleges?
For our Higher Education issue, we asked what to expect when the new semester starts.
Politics
Politics
Student activists said they want divestment from Israel. What does that mean?
University investments are getting renewed scrutiny, but they are unlikely to change.
Real Estate
Policy
Broker fee bill to draw hundreds of real estate pros, advocates to City Hall
The bill would shift the hefty fee from tenants to whomever hires the broker.
2024 New York congressional battleground
Politics
Nancy Goroff wants another shot in the 1st District. John Avlon says he’s more viable.
The Democratic congressional primary will decide who challenges GOP Rep. Nick LaLota in the eastern Long Island district.
New York City
Policy
All 51 City Council members back internet affordability program in new letter
After the expiration of the Affordable Connectivity Program, the council wants U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer to extend funding for the subsidy program.
Housing
Policy
Inside the Adams administration’s Albany housing strategy
After mixed results in previous sessions, the mayor came away with everything he wanted for housing in the latest state budget. Here’s how they got their act together.
News & Politics
Policy
NYC Council votes to expand authority over mayoral appointments
The vote escalates a simmering power struggle between the council and New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Heard Around Town
Politics
City Council District 2 candidate rakes in over $26k in donations
Community Board 3 Chair Andrea Gordillo is getting a head start in what promises to be a competitive primary for the open seat.
New York City
Policy
New data: Demand for IDNYC cards increased during migrant influx
Asylum-seekers had been struggling to get appointments, but that shortage has begun to ease in recent weeks.
Heard Around Town
Politics
David Banks gets compliments from City Council on his performance in DC
The schools chancellor “did us proud,” one progressive said.
Education
Policy
City Council, Adams admin spar over early childhood education cuts
The program is more popular than ever – and it’s facing a $170 million budget reduction.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Adams’ message to challengers: ‘Don’t worry about me’
The mayor defended his record against criticism from primary opponent state Sen. Zellnor Myrie.
New York City
Policy
More baby changing stations have been installed at New York City parks
The city is ahead of schedule in its goal to equip nearly every parks bathroom by 2027.
Education
Policy
David Banks testifies on antisemitism in schools before House subcommittee
Congress has been a tough place to visit for educational leaders recently.
Budget
Policy