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Republican Stefanik Wants Letitia James Disbarred For 'Biased Investigation' Against Trump

Republican Stefanik Wants Letitia James Disbarred For 'Biased Investigation' Against Trump

Stefanik has filed several complaints against judges she accused of bias against the former president.
Should Transit Be Free For People With Disabilities, Low Income Seniors?

Should Transit Be Free For People With Disabilities, Low Income Seniors?

In a recent report, the Independent Budget Office projects the city could save money if it adopted a free transit program.
US Census Paints Grim Picture For Housing For Low Income Earners

US Census Paints Grim Picture For Housing For Low Income Earners

The slow pace of housing construction is outweighed by the demand and NYC's rising population.
Market-Rate Tenants Are Pushed to The Brink, Report Says

Market-Rate Tenants Are Pushed to The Brink, Report Says

Elected officials, housing advocates and tenants facing higher rent rallied to get the Good Cause Eviction bill passed.
NYC Poverty Rate Jumped, Affecting 1 in 4 Children

NYC Poverty Rate Jumped, Affecting 1 in 4 Children

It's the largest increase in the city's poverty rate since 2012.
Cypress Hills Affordable Housing Lottery Opens

Cypress Hills Affordable Housing Lottery Opens

The Euclid Glenmore Apartments will have a total of 135 units, 53 of which will be available through the housing lottery.
Mayor Reverses Planned Budget Cuts

Mayor Reverses Planned Budget Cuts

New York City Mayor Eric Adams backtracked on his previously-planned cuts to the city's fiscal 2025 executive budget.
Mayor Adams Says More Officers Are Needed on Subways

Mayor Adams Says More Officers Are Needed on Subways

Adams defended his handling of the migrant crisis and other business at his regular Tuesday press conference with the media.
Housing Boom Starts in Polluted Gowanus

Housing Boom Starts in Polluted Gowanus

Some residents question the safety of building on land next to the Gowanus Canal, an EPA Superfund site, which is also prone to flooding.
Brighter LEDs For All Subway Stations

Brighter LEDs For All Subway Stations

New lighting will enhance station security, increase visibility and save the MTA money.