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Albany Approves $237 Billion State Budget

Albany Approves $237 Billion State Budget

The fiscal 2025 budget, three weeks late, will fund services for asylum seekers, housing, healthcare and education.
Mayor Boosts Police Academy Recruits

Mayor Boosts Police Academy Recruits

There will be two additional Police Academy classes this year, one in July and another in October.
First Ever Paratransit Electric Vehicles Join Access-A-Ride Fleet

First Ever Paratransit Electric Vehicles Join Access-A-Ride Fleet

Transition to electric fleet is part of MTA’s commitment to reduce emissions by at least 85% by 2040
Cross-sector Partnership Aims To Reduce Food-related Carbon Emissions

Cross-sector Partnership Aims To Reduce Food-related Carbon Emissions

Leading New York City-based institutions commit to administration’s Plant-Powered Carbon Challenge
NYC Speeds Toward Safer Streets: 20 MPH Limit Set to Roll Out Citywide

NYC Speeds Toward Safer Streets: 20 MPH Limit Set to Roll Out Citywide

The reduction in speed limits is seen as a critical step in curbing traffic fatalities, advocates say
New Dashboard Charts Homelessness In NYC

New Dashboard Charts Homelessness In NYC

Nearly 95% of New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reside within a City shelter.
Coney Island Gets New Trauma Recovery Center

Coney Island Gets New Trauma Recovery Center

Trauma recovery centers are for people who have experienced gun violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and hate crimes.
Mayor Launches Pilot Programs to Tackle Package Theft, Domestic Violence

Mayor Launches Pilot Programs to Tackle Package Theft, Domestic Violence

During his weekly press conference, the mayor hoped the two programs he launched will improve the lives of everyday New Yorkers.
The City Will Now Dispose Your Unwanted Boats

The City Will Now Dispose Your Unwanted Boats

The New York City Parks and Recreation department officially opened its Office of Marine Debris Disposal and Vessel Surrendering on Monday.

Builders Need to Follow a New Land Use, Development Framework in District 35

Developers are now required to go through a new check-list process.