New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced a significant expansion of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training program for justice-involved individuals, set to grow 15-fold in 2026, training 300 New Yorkers. Partnering with Emerge Career, the program has already proven successful, with every 2025 graduate securing high-paying CDL jobs with salaries between $78,000 and…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams joined News12’s “Ask the Mayor” segment to discuss pressing issues, including a recent surge in gun violence, school safety, and affordable housing. Addressing a series of shootings in the Bronx and Brooklyn, Adams outlined a full mobilization plan targeting hotspots, gang activity, and repeat offenders, with a focus on…
Governor Kathy Hochul’s vision for a revitalized Penn Station is moving forward, with federal funding secured in April 2025 following discussions with President Trump. This funding enables over $1 billion to be redirected to other vital projects while Secretary Duffy leads the request for design proposals. This progress brings New York City closer to a…
Summary: In a wide-ranging interview on Bloomberg’s Businessweek Daily (August 26, 2025), New York City Mayor Eric Adams addressed federal threats of deploying the National Guard, insisting the city is reducing crime with over 23,000 illegal guns removed and record drops in shootings and homicides. Adams criticized Andrew Cuomo’s past policies on bail reform, cannabis,…
Governor Kathy Hochul’s comprehensive measures to combat organized retail theft have led to a significant decline in retail theft, with a 12% year-over-year decrease in New York City and a 5% reduction statewide in 2025. Backed by over $40 million in funding for dedicated Retail Theft Teams, tougher criminal penalties, and new laws targeting the…
Governor Kathy Hochul’s SUNY and CUNY Reconnect initiative offers free tuition, fees, books, and supplies for adult learners aged 25-55 pursuing associate degrees in high-demand fields at New York’s community colleges. Launched in the FY26 Enacted Budget, this program supports over 16,500 applicants in fields like nursing, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing, empowering New Yorkers without…