New Underground Railroad stop discovered in NYC
A dresser in the Merchant’s House Museum, built in 1832, has been discovered as a secret link to the Underground Railroad
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Addressing deed theft: A call for reform
Calls are growing for New York State leaders to take a tougher look at how deed-theft cases move through the court system, after advocates and community voices warned that scammers continue to target vulnerable homeowners — particularly older New Yorkers in Central Brooklyn.
Activist Mahmoud Khalil again faces uncertain future | Inside New York City Hall
Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and student activist, discusses his ongoing legal battle and uncertain future after a federal appeals court reversed a lower court decision that had previously released him from immigration detention
New York. Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference to Make an Announcement – $38M Heat Pump Investment for Far Rockaway Public Housing (VIDEO)
Mayor Mamdani held a press conference at the Far Rockaway Beach 41st Street Nicha houses (0:24) to announce a $38.4 million investment (6:03) to install heat pumps in all 712 units at Beach 41st Street Houses. This initiative aims to provide reliable heating and cooling, lower utility costs, and reduce carbon emissions (6:50). Key points…
The complicated history between NYC mayors and Groundhogs Day
The complicated history between NYC mayors and Groundhogs Day. The video explains the “Mayor’s Curse” surrounding New York City’s Groundhog Day celebrations at the Staten Island Zoo, which began in 1981 (0:06).
Councilwoman Julie Won discusses her congressional bid | Inside New York City Hall (Video)
The race for New York’s 7th Congressional District is heating up as Queens Councilwoman Julie Won officially announced her candidacy, filing paperwork to enter the contest. The seat, which has been held by Representative Nydia Velázquez, is open as Velázquez is set to retire. Won joins a growing field of candidates vying for the opportunity to represent a diverse district that includes parts of Long Island City, Astoria, Sunnyside, Fort Greene, Greenpoint, and Williamsburg.