Gary Byrd: WBLS is proud to have a chance to welcome the brother who joins us as the 110th mayor of New York City. He’s the second mayor of color and the first hip-hop mayor in the city’s history. It’s proud this morning for us and it’s proud for our community and time to hear from…
Mayor Eric Adams proudly welcomed back 192 members of the Urban Search and Rescue New York Task Force 1 (NY-TF1) and the FDNY Incident Management Team (IMT) after their deployment to aid recovery efforts in Florida and North Carolina following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Activated by FEMA and managed by NYC Emergency Management, the team…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, with the support of the NYPD, the Sheriff’s Office, and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), has shut down over 1,200 illegal smoke shops through the “Operation Padlock to Protect” initiative. This citywide crackdown resulted in the seizure of $80 million worth of illegal products, including hazardous…
In a recent media meeting, Mayor Eric Adams emphasized his collaborative approach with Governor Hochul in appointing talented individuals to his administration, citing recent appointments such as Chauncey Parker as Deputy Mayor of Public Safety. Responding to the tragic death of a child in Harlem, he acknowledged the complexities faced by the Administration for Children’s…
On October 13, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams hosted the “Hear From the Mayor” radio show on WBLS 107.5, where he introduced Melissa Aviles-Ramos as the new Chancellor of New York City Public Schools. The discussion, aligned with Hispanic Heritage Month, covered Aviles-Ramos’s inspiring rise from Bronx roots to leadership, her achievements in raising graduation rates,…
On October 12, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams joined Caribbean Pepperpot Radio for an insightful discussion on key issues affecting New York City. He outlined his “City of Yes” plan to expand affordable housing, praised Chancellor David Banks’s efforts to transform education, and emphasized progress in reducing crime and subway violence. Adams reflected on overcoming personal…
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