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Council Member Zhuang Introduces Resolution to Exempt Older Adults From Property Taxes

Council Member Zhuang Introduces Resolution to Exempt Older Adults From Property Taxes

New resolution would provide qualifiers for the Senior Citizen Homeowner Exemption with full property tax relief.
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AG James Releases Body-worn Footage After Brooklyn Man Dies Following Police Encounter

AG James Releases Body-worn Footage After Brooklyn Man Dies Following Police Encounter

Investigation into deadly police encounter by Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation continues.
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State, City Leaders Review NYC’s Financial Outlook

State, City Leaders Review NYC’s Financial Outlook

The city’s financial future came under review as Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani weighed the challenges facing New York City’s budget.
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Mamdani, Hochul, James Oppose Changes to Federal Immigration Funding

Mamdani, Hochul, James Oppose Changes to Federal Immigration Funding

New York officials announce funding for unaccompanied immigrant children after the Trump administration's non-renewal of former contracts.
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Improvement Plans Proposed for 13 Central Brooklyn Bus Routes

Improvement Plans Proposed for 13 Central Brooklyn Bus Routes

Agencies develop upgrades for Flatbush, Church and Utica avenues after Central Brooklyn bus rider town hall.
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State Assemblyman Novakhov Files DOJ Complaint Over Antisemitic Attacks

State Assemblyman Novakhov Files DOJ Complaint Over Antisemitic Attacks

Federal complaint points to recent antisemitism in New York and calls for further investigation.
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Environmental Groups Sue New York Department of Health For Failing to Protect Tenants From Lead Exposure

Environmental Groups Sue New York Department of Health For Failing to Protect Tenants From Lead Exposure

Organizations represented by Earthjustice law firm argue the state's inspections are not meeting legal standards.
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Reading Proficiency Falls Among NYC Elementary Students

Reading Proficiency Falls Among NYC Elementary Students

Declines in state reading exams among 3-5 graders during changes to city-wide literacy programs.
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NYC Cracks Down on Retailers Selling Illegal E-Bikes and Scooters

NYC Cracks Down on Retailers Selling Illegal E-Bikes and Scooters

Illegal high-speed e-bikes and scooters could soon become harder to buy in New York City as the city moves to shut down online sales of prohibited devices.
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New York Opens $20M Community Reforestation Grant Program

New York Opens $20M Community Reforestation Grant Program

Grants to Municipalities, Not-for-Profit Organizations and State Agencies to Expand and Restore Community Forests
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