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On June 22, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams signed a new law to create the East Harlem 125th Street Business Improvement District (BID). This new BID will help local businesses grow, keep the area clean and safe, and bring more community events to the neighborhood. With support from over 85 local businesses, this marks the 77th…
On June 22, 2025, Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the public from Albany to affirm that ensuring the safety of New Yorkers remains her highest priority. In response to President Trump’s announcement and evolving global developments, Governor Hochul has engaged closely with senior public safety officials, including the State Police, homeland security, counterterrorism, and cybersecurity experts….
Donald J. Trump@realDonaldTrump We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great…
On June 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a Presidential Permit authorizing the City of Eagle Pass, Texas, to expand and continue operations at the Camino Real International Bridge Land Port of Entry on the U.S.–Mexico border. The permit allows for the construction of a new six-lane vehicular span alongside the existing bridge and…
On June 20, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams joined BRP Companies, Hudson Companies, and city officials to break ground on the final phase of La Central, a major affordable housing development in the South Bronx. This phase will add 420 new affordable homes—63 designated for formerly homeless residents—and includes supportive services, community facilities, and public green…
On June 20, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams announced that New York City will not move forward with the proposed Medicare Advantage plan for retirees. While the Court of Appeals affirmed the city’s legal right to offer alternative health care plans, Mayor Adams acknowledged concerns raised by retirees and emphasized the importance of keeping the city…