Policy & Government

A simple oversight, scrap metal thieves or something else? Residents puzzle over the low number of litter baskets in the neighborhood

The five-year investment plan would allocate funds for repairs at public housing complexes, as well as job training and improvements to surrounding communities.

Rep. Clarke and Councilmember Williams urged leading Democrats "to show courage, strengthen their spines" and reject the SCOTUS nomination.

One Brooklyn Health, a newly-launched network of health care providers, will open and expand 11 community health centers in underserved neighborhoods. Photo courtesy Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo. Governor Andrew M.

More than 800 children living in NYCHA housing tested positive for lead poisoning, despite the city's previous claims that only 19 children had shown concerning levels. NYCHA Grant Houses.

East New York's mix of one- and two-family homes with unoccupied basement units that could increase the city's stock of affordable housing.

Planning to tackle systemic poverty as an antidote to militant policing, Beckford vows to reform police accountability, affordable housing and the state's budget.

The outcry of the more than 500 participants was loud as they pushed strollers and carried signs through the streets, chanting “Love, not hate makes America great,” and “No Walls, no cages.”

Rep. Jeffries calls 'Trump Bully-in-Chief;' Rep. Clarke feels reminded of the worst moments of American history; BP Adams calls for solidarity with immigrant families.

The town hall was called by Councilwoman Ampry-Samuels to include NYCHA residents and their feedback in the legal process. Alicka Ampry-Samuel addresses the full room and commences the emergency town hall meeting this past Monday.