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Candidates for NYC Comptroller, Public Advocate Court Brooklyn Democrats

Candidates for NYC Comptroller, Public Advocate Court Brooklyn Democrats

City spending and corruption were among the most pressing topics for the candidates running to be the next Comptroller and Public Advocate.
New York's Average Child Care Cost is The Second Highest in The Nation

New York's Average Child Care Cost is The Second Highest in The Nation

From 2018 to 2023, New York’s average annual child care prices were higher than every other state except for Massachusetts, rising nearly 18% from $12,422 per child to $14,621.
Adams OKs NYC Agencies, Including Schools, to let ICE in if Staff Feels ‘Threatened,' Report Says

Adams OKs NYC Agencies, Including Schools, to let ICE in if Staff Feels ‘Threatened,' Report Says

The new directive from New York City Mayor Eric Adams said city workers can allow federal agents to enter their building if staff fear for their safety, the New York Daily News reported.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Says He Was Partially Off Last Week Due to a Health Scare

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Says He Was Partially Off Last Week Due to a Health Scare

Without revealing what exactly was ailing him, New York City Mayor Eric Adam said he went through a variety of medical tests that came back negative.
About 100 NYC Immigrants Have Been Arrested, Report Says

About 100 NYC Immigrants Have Been Arrested, Report Says

A federal official said there are about 30 federal interagency teams on patrol around the five boroughs, Westchester and Long Island, The City reported.
Democrats Struggle to Oppose Trump, Report Says

Democrats Struggle to Oppose Trump, Report Says

More than 50 interviews with Democratic leaders revealed a party struggling to decide what it believes in, what issues to prioritize and how to confront an aggressive right-wing administration, according to the New York Times.
Hakeem Jeffries Says Trump's Tariffs Will Hurt Everyday Americans

Hakeem Jeffries Says Trump's Tariffs Will Hurt Everyday Americans

The Minority Leader of the U.S House of Representatives said the introduction and threat of tariffs to the nation's largest trading partners is a "Republican ripoff."
Speeding NYC Drivers Fuel Traffic Fatalities in NYC, Report Finds

Speeding NYC Drivers Fuel Traffic Fatalities in NYC, Report Finds

Despite fewer speed camera violations, repeat offenders rack up hundreds of tickets.
Clarendon Library Reopens Months Ahead of Schedule

Clarendon Library Reopens Months Ahead of Schedule

The renovated library in Flatbush returns as a vital hub for education and community engagement.
CUNY Streamlines Credit Transfers

CUNY Streamlines Credit Transfers

Students will now see their class credits transfer automatically between the 25 CUNY colleges.