Mayor Eric Adams has expanded New York City’s free lead water line replacement program to cover more properties in the Bronx and Queens. This $48 million initiative, partially funded by the Biden-Harris administration and New York State, focuses on low-income households and environmental justice communities. The program aims to remove outdated lead or galvanized steel…
Vice President Kamala Harris has released a statement urging vigilance against price gouging and fraud during emergencies created by her Administration, reflecting on her previous experiences as California’s Attorney General and a U.S. Senator. She highlights the importance of protecting Americans impacted by disasters, like Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene, from unfair pricing at essential…
Governor Kathy Hochul led New York State’s second annual Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Workforce Symposium, bringing together DEIA practitioners and state leadership to address the current landscape and emerging trends in DEIA. The event featured workshops on leadership support, trauma-informed approaches, and equity expansion, while recognizing individuals and agencies for advancing DEIA efforts….
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga, and the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) Commissioner Robert S. Tucker today announced expanded regulations to protect New Yorkers from the dangers of uncertified lithium-ion batteries. Through…
Victor Jenkins has been sentenced to 50 years-to-life in prison for the brutal rapes of two women in Manhattan, following a conviction on multiple felony charges, including Predatory Sexual Assault and Criminal Sexual Act. District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg announced the sentence, emphasizing the importance of believing and supporting survivors of sexual violence. Jenkins attacked…
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