Policy & Government

These Nine BK Council Members Got Committee Leadership Posts

Leadership positions hold a lot of sway when forming city policy.

Jan 19, 2024 7:21 AM Read more >

BK Has Over $9 million to Spend in Holiday Gift Cards, Report

It's a use it or lose it situation, according to the state comptroller.

Jan 18, 2024 8:31 AM Read more >

CB 11 Says Yes to Coney Island Casino

A community board approval is a first step in the licensing process.

Jan 18, 2024 7:20 AM Read more >

Adams, Hochul Releases FY25 Budget

The state gives over $2 billion to the city for migrant help.

Jan 17, 2024 1:49 PM Read more >

Mayor Adams Reveals Beefier Budget Than Expected

After reversing earlier cuts, Adams proposed a $109.4 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025.

Jan 17, 2024 11:53 AM Read more >

AG James Warns Businesses Against Price Gouging Amid Winter Storms

James urged New Yorkers to report businesses that are hiking prices unnecessarily.

Jan 17, 2024 7:53 AM Read more >

NYC Mayor Unveils Budget Advisory Panel

Consisting of a wide range of independent experts, the panel will provide guidance to the city on critical fiscal matters.

Jan 17, 2024 7:16 AM Read more >

Bus Lanes Redesigned For Safety on Livingston Street

There were 13 deaths and serious injuries on Livingston Street between Boerum Place and Flatbush Ave. between 2016 and 2020.

Jan 16, 2024 11:25 AM Read more >

Report: BK Housing Prices Surge

More than 300,000 households in Brooklyn faced high rent burdens, the worst of all boroughs.

Jan 16, 2024 8:04 AM Read more >

Investigation Launched Into Adams Administration’s 60-Day Shelter Limit

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander warns of the harmful impacts of the policy on families seeking asylum, especially on children

Jan 15, 2024 7:33 AM Read more >