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NYC Congestion Pricing Generates $48M in First Month

Tolls from passenger vehicles generated the most revenue, according to the MTA.
Two Brooklyn Yeshivas Lose Funding For Not Complying With State Education Law

Two Brooklyn Yeshivas Lose Funding For Not Complying With State Education Law

The New York State Education Department told Yeshiva Bnei Shimon Yisroel of Sopro and Yeshiva Talmud Torah of Kasho, both in Williamsburg, that funding will be cut off for failure to adhere to state education standards.
NYC to Close Major Migrant Intake Center

NYC to Close Major Migrant Intake Center

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said he is closing the Roosevelt Hotel, a large intake and support center for asylum seekers, as the number of migrants arriving in the city have declined.
NYC Sues Trump Administration to Get Back $80M for Migrants

NYC Sues Trump Administration to Get Back $80M for Migrants

The lawsuit outlines how the federal government took back funding for asylum seekers without following federal regulations and procedures.
Governor Will Not Remove Mayor Adams, Will Increase Oversight on City Hall

Governor Will Not Remove Mayor Adams, Will Increase Oversight on City Hall

Governor Kathy Hochul said it is best to let voters decide the fate of Mayor Eric Adams.
Housing, Infrastructure and Boardwalk Improvements Coming to Coney Island

Housing, Infrastructure and Boardwalk Improvements Coming to Coney Island

An 80,000-square-foot site located on Surf Avenue between West 21st and West 22nd Streets will eventually get 500 mixed-income homes.
Governor to Talk With Leaders About Adams' Future as Four Deputy Mayors Resign

Governor to Talk With Leaders About Adams' Future as Four Deputy Mayors Resign

Governor Kathy Hochul said "the alleged conduct at City Hall that has been reported over the past two weeks is troubling and cannot be ignored."
Greenpoint to Get 30 New EV Charging Stalls as Part of Citywide Expansion

Greenpoint to Get 30 New EV Charging Stalls as Part of Citywide Expansion

A $60 million state investment will expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure, adding 267 fast-charging stalls citywide, including 30 in Greenpoint.
Coalition Looks to Protect Voting Rights of Minority New Yorkers

Coalition Looks to Protect Voting Rights of Minority New Yorkers

The New Yorkers for Inclusive Democracy is calling for state leaders to allow for automatic voter registration, protect voting rights for New Yorkers in detention and to do more outreach.
New York State Legislative Caucus Launches 'Empower Black New York' Agenda

New York State Legislative Caucus Launches 'Empower Black New York' Agenda

Policy initiative aims to address racial and economic disparities, strengthen housing policies and safeguard civil rights across the state.