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NYC Speeds Toward Safer Streets: 20 MPH Limit Set to Roll Out Citywide

NYC Speeds Toward Safer Streets: 20 MPH Limit Set to Roll Out Citywide

The reduction in speed limits is seen as a critical step in curbing traffic fatalities, advocates say
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New Dashboard Charts Homelessness In NYC

New Dashboard Charts Homelessness In NYC

Nearly 95% of New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reside within a City shelter.
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Coney Island Gets New Trauma Recovery Center

Coney Island Gets New Trauma Recovery Center

Trauma recovery centers are for people who have experienced gun violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and hate crimes.
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Mayor Launches Pilot Programs to Tackle Package Theft, Domestic Violence

Mayor Launches Pilot Programs to Tackle Package Theft, Domestic Violence

During his weekly press conference, the mayor hoped the two programs he launched will improve the lives of everyday New Yorkers.
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The City Will Now Dispose Your Unwanted Boats

The City Will Now Dispose Your Unwanted Boats

The New York City Parks and Recreation department officially opened its Office of Marine Debris Disposal and Vessel Surrendering on Monday.
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Builders Need to Follow a New Land Use, Development Framework in District 35

Developers are now required to go through a new check-list process.
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State Budget Draft Includes Tax Breaks for Developers, Money for Schools

State Budget Draft Includes Tax Breaks for Developers, Money for Schools

After missing the April 1 deadline, Governor Kathy Hochul said her administration is close to a budget deal.
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City Paid Out $1.45B in Settlements In Fiscal Year 2023

City Paid Out $1.45B in Settlements In Fiscal Year 2023

The City paid the most to settle special education and police claims.
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City to Help Families Fleeing Domestic Violence Find Housing

City to Help Families Fleeing Domestic Violence Find Housing

The pilot program, called "Project Home," will provide permanent housing search assistance to domestic violence survivors with children living in city shelters.
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FDNY Arrests Flatbush Bike Shop Owner For Repeated Unsafe Battery Storage

FDNY Arrests Flatbush Bike Shop Owner For Repeated Unsafe Battery Storage

This is the first time the FDNY has filed criminal charges against violations related to e-bike batteries, according to The City.
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