Policy & Government

Erlene King faces up to 20 years in prison after admitting to falsifying contributions to exploit New York City's matching funds program.

City Comptroller Brad Lander said an investigation into the Turkish Consulate also revealed systemic permitting and oversight issues regarding buildings in New York City.

"These are our roads and it's in our city. I believe we should have had a greater impact on doing it," said New York City Mayor Eric Adams during his regular weekly press briefing.

Sebastian Zapeta, 33, who resided in an East New York shelter, was charged and held without bail.

Murder, robbery, burglary, grand larceny and auto theft incidents were down, but rape and felony assaults rose in 2024, New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said on Monday.

A new bill requiring e-bike registration is being advertised as a win for street safety. But advocates for delivery workers say it could be a headache for immigrants, an already vulnerable population.

Physicians from Doctors Council/Service Employees International Union said they would strike on Jan. 13 for a better contract and to protest a staffing crisis at four public hospitals, including NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health in Coney Island.

Above-average precipitation in November and December, as well as water conservation efforts helped, according to New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

Increased Paid Family Leave and workers’ compensation benefits took effect on Jan. 1, providing more financial support for employees.

More than 1.7 million households in New York rely on SNAP benefits to eat.