Norman Siegel, a civil rights attorney, calls for a summit in New York City to address the escalating pattern of hate and violence. The summit aims to bring together people from various communities to discuss the causes of hate, explore ways to combat it, and develop a consensus on an actionable plan. Mayor Eric Adams…
Governor Kathy Hochul has launched a sweeping summer initiative to promote affordable outdoor recreation for New York families, encouraging residents to “Unplug and Play” by enjoying state parks, pools, beaches, and historic sites. Kicking off Memorial Day weekend 2025, the initiative includes major investments like $100 million for community center upgrades (NY BRICKS), $67.5 million…
As part of her 2025 State of the State agenda, Governor Kathy Hochul today proposed creating the nation’s first-ever Crime Analysis Joint Special Operations Command (CA-JSOC) Headquarters to help fight crime and coordinate intelligence sharing among hundreds of local, state and federal law enforcement entities. Governor Hochul will propose expanded support for intelligence and agency…
Summary: Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a policy change allowing the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) to accept Conditional Approvals from the NYC Department of Transportation as proof of municipal authorization for outdoor dining spaces. The move streamlines the approval process for restaurants and bars seeking to expand their licensed premises under the Dining…
New York City’s “Trash Revolution” is set to continue its rollout in Brooklyn, as Mayor Eric Adams and sanitation officials announced plans to containerize trash collection in Community District 2. Building on the success of West Harlem’s transition to sealed, rodent-resistant bins, the initiative will bring Empire bins to schools and high-density residential buildings in…
Title: Alicia Keys Celebrates the Spirit of New York with Iconic Anthem In January 2017, the world-renowned singer-songwriter Alicia Keys paid homage to the vibrant city of New York with her iconic anthem, aptly titled “New York.” This article celebrates Alicia Keys’ tribute to the Big Apple, capturing the essence of the city through her…