Policy & Government

Safety Concerns Are Behind NYPD Radio Silence, Mayor Says

Mayor Eric Adams also said cell phones will not be banned in public schools just yet.

Aug 28, 2024 12:23 PM Read more >

City to Help New Yorkers Access Available Benefits

City employees and students from CUNY will screen for benefits on-the-spot.

Aug 27, 2024 11:22 AM Read more >

MTA to Deploy Bus Inspectors as Fare Evasion Jumps to 50% of Riders

In 2022, the MTA lost about $315 million to fare evasion on buses.

Aug 27, 2024 8:59 AM Read more >

Affordable Housing Lottery in Bed-Stuy, Brownsville, Senior Units in Flatbush Now Open

The Hartby on Willoughby Avenue is giving tenants $1,000 that can be applied for moving costs or the security deposit.

Aug 26, 2024 11:25 AM Read more >

City Agencies Asked to Review Land for Potential Housing Development

The executive order is part of the mayor's pledge to deliver 500,000 new housing units by 2032.

Aug 26, 2024 10:40 AM Read more >

Next Phase Of Public Electric Vehicle Chargers Arrive In Brooklyn

To meet growing demand, new fast chargers are coming to Bensonhurst

Aug 25, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Lawsuit Launched Against Way.com for Aiding Illegal Parking Companies

Way.com faces civil penalties for each day they aid unlicensed parking companies’ illegal operations

Aug 24, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Senator Persaud Hosts Annual Free Fun Day and Back to School Giveaway

More than 530 Brooklyn families received school supplies

Aug 23, 2024 12:04 PM Read more >

AG Letitia James Fines Shamco Management $400,000 for Housing Discrimination

The management company violated New York’s human rights laws by refusing to rent to New Yorkers with housing vouchers

Aug 22, 2024 11:07 AM Read more >

NYC Office of Labor Relations Signs Agreement to Help NYC Residents on Probation

Agreement provides substantial wage increases to members, improves recruitment and retention

Aug 22, 2024 11:02 AM Read more >