Policy & Government

Governor Hochul Unveils Plan to Improve Reading Proficiency

A $10 million state investment will train 20,000 teachers.

Jan 7, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Applications Now Open For Brooklyn's FY25 Capital Funding

The purpose of the funding is to help make improvements throughout the borough.

Jan 7, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Court St. R Station Shows Off New Look

Over 50 subway stations were renovated in 2023.

Jan 7, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Legal Aid Society Calls for Reforms to Serve Tenants, Low-income Individuals

Attorneys called on Albany to enact a package of reforms to serve vulnerable New Yorkers.

Jan 6, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Charter School Students Show Growth In New Test Scores

Charter school students outperformed public school students during the 2022-2023 school year.

Jan 6, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Activist Appointed Co-Chief of Staff by NY Assemblyman

Dr. Larry He joins the assemblyman’s office after previously interning for him back in 2006

Jan 6, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

New Law Could Fine Landlords That Fail to Register Rent-Stabilized Units

Landlords now face a $500 per month charge.

Jan 5, 2024 11:11 AM Read more >

BK Councilmembers Urge State BOE To Exclude Trump From Ballot

Jan 4, 2024 12:34 PM Read more >

Street Vending Ban On Brooklyn Bridge Begins Today

NYC Mayor Eric Adams said the overcrowding at the Brooklyn Bridge posed safety concerns.

Jan 3, 2024 1:26 PM Read more >

Mayor Adams Condemns Texas Governor for Migrant Bussing

Adams said Abbott wants to create chaos in New York.

Jan 3, 2024 12:18 PM Read more >