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Mayor Welcomes Border Tightening by President Biden

Mayor Welcomes Border Tightening by President Biden

The mayor discussed how the president's executive order stemming the flow of migrants will help the city, and other matters during his regular Tuesday press briefing at City Hall.
Governor Halts Congestion Pricing

Governor Halts Congestion Pricing

Citing the rising cost of living, the governor instructed the MTA to "indefinitely pause the program."
Download This Map to Find All The Public Loos in Brooklyn

Download This Map to Find All The Public Loos in Brooklyn

The City is making it easier for New Yorkers to find a public bathroom, quick.
Anger Boils Over at Town Hall on Clinton Hill Migrant Shelters

Anger Boils Over at Town Hall on Clinton Hill Migrant Shelters

There are about 4,000 asylum seekers living in two adjacent shelters on Hall and Ryerson Streets. Residents said they want the City to better manage the shelters and migrant activities.
State Looks to Protect Young Employees

State Looks to Protect Young Employees

The Youth Workers Bill of Rights outlines minimum wage, anti-discrimination policies and other protections for workers under 18.
Mayor Makes $10M Investment to Seed New Small Business Loan Fund

Mayor Makes $10M Investment to Seed New Small Business Loan Fund

The money will support early-stage businesses, with a focus on entrepreneurs who lack access to traditional financing.
Low- and Mid-Income Families Can Get Home Energy Efficiency Rebates

Low- and Mid-Income Families Can Get Home Energy Efficiency Rebates

New York is the first state to distribute federal funds from the $8.8 billion Inflation Reduction Act.
All You Need to Know About NYCHA's Section 8 Waitlist Opening June 3

All You Need to Know About NYCHA's Section 8 Waitlist Opening June 3

The housing agency said it is expecting more than 500,000 applications.
Brooklyn School Gets Exemption From Adopting New DOE Reading Curriculum

Brooklyn School Gets Exemption From Adopting New DOE Reading Curriculum

The Brooklyn School of Inquiry will not use city-approved reading curriculums, according to Chalkbeat New York.
Asylum Seeker Evictions Must End, Advocates Say

Asylum Seeker Evictions Must End, Advocates Say

The New York Immigration Coalition and other migrant advocates would like all length-of-stay restrictions to be banned.