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Soccer Streets Brings World Cup Energy to 50 NYC School Blocks
NYC’s Soccer Streets program turns car-free school blocks into soccer fields and community events ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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NYC Releases $124.7 Billion FY2027 Executive Budget With Housing, Child Care and Public Service Investments
Mayor Mamdani’s FY2027 Executive Budget balances the city’s plan while adding investments in housing, libraries, child care, safety and health services.
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NYC “SPEED” Reforms Target Affordable Housing Delays Across Permits, Reviews and Lease-Up
The Mamdani administration says its SPEED reforms could cut affordable housing timelines by months, and by up to two years for projects needing zoning changes.
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New Broadway Bus Lane in Queens Aims to Speed LaGuardia Trips Before the World Cup
NYC plans a dedicated eastbound bus lane on Broadway in Queens to improve Q70-SBS service for LaGuardia travelers, airport workers and local riders.
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NYC Libraries Get $31.7 Million in Permanent Funding as City Ends Annual Budget Fight
New York City is making $31.7 million in library funding permanent, giving Brooklyn, Queens and New York Public Library systems a more stable planning base.
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Electric Air Taxi Takes Off From JFK in Historic NYC Test Flight
On April 27, 2026, Joby Aviation completed a first-of-its-kind electric air taxi demonstration from JFK Airport, showing how future flights between JFK and Manhattan could take under 10 minutes New…
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