Mayor Eric Adams has appointed Melissa Aviles-Ramos, a veteran educator and deputy chancellor, as the new leader of New York City Public Schools, effective January 1, 2025. Aviles-Ramos will succeed Chancellor David C. Banks, becoming the highest-ranking Latina and Spanish-speaking leader in the system. She brings a wealth of experience in community and family engagement,…
As New York City grapples with a severe housing shortage, Mayor Eric Adams’ “City of Yes” initiative aims to revolutionize the landscape of urban living. But with widespread concerns about affordability and the impact on taxpayers, many are questioning if this ambitious plan can deliver real solutions. In this article, we analyze feedback from community…
Mayor Eric Adams has issued a statement following the release of NYPD body camera footage from the September 15, 2024, Sutter Avenue subway shooting. Offering condolences to the innocent bystanders, Adams highlighted the city’s commitment to public safety and justice while addressing the ongoing investigation. He reiterated his focus on police reform, calling for a…
Mayor Eric Adams has appointed seven judges to Civil, Criminal, and Family Courts in New York City. Each appointee brings significant legal expertise and a commitment to serving New York’s diverse communities with integrity. The appointments aim to strengthen the city’s justice system, ensuring fairness and public safety. Mayor Adams Makes Seven Judicial Appointments New…
In Fiscal Year 2024, New York City placed over 18,500 homeless households into permanent, subsidized housing, marking a 24% increase from the previous year. Mayor Adams’ administration also launched nearly 900 deeply affordable homes for individuals in shelters as part of the CityFHEPS initiative. These efforts highlight the city’s commitment to tackling homelessness and ensuring…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has introduced a new interagency task force to target illegal “ghost cars”—vehicles with forged or altered license plates that evade traffic cameras and toll readers. These vehicles are often linked to serious crimes like shootings, robberies, and hit-and-run incidents. The task force, which began operations on September 10, has…
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