On June 18, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams hosted a Juneteenth celebration at Gracie Mansion, reflecting on the resilience of African Americans, particularly through the story of Deputy Mayor Tiffany Raspberry, who overcame childhood trauma in Brooklyn public housing. Adams emphasized Juneteenth as a day to honor ancestors who “ran their mile” in the fight for…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the awarding of 152 grants to 90 American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes through its Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS), totaling more than $84 million. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland revealed these awards during a convening with Tribal leaders, advocates, media representatives, and federal officials, where discussions…
WHEREAS, on September 2, 2021, the federal monitor in the Nunez use-of-force class action stated steps must be taken immediately to address the conditions in the New York City jails; and WHEREAS, on June 14, 2022, the federal court in Nunez approved the Nunez Action Plan, which “represents a way to move forward with concrete measures now to address the ongoing…
Donald Trump suspends plan to impose tariffs after Mexico agrees to take ‘strong measures’ to stem the flow of Central American migrants into the U.S.; insight from acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan. Fox News official video midtowntribune.com Big New York News USA – BigNY.com
Under New Legal Guidance, Mosques and Masjids Can Broadcast Call to Prayer Every Friday and Throughout Ramadan NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward A. Caban today launched a new NYPD initiative to support and facilitate the Islamic call to public prayer at regularly prescribed…
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the expansion of the Suffolk Crime Analysis Center, a critical hub for law enforcement collaboration across New York State. With nearly $1 million in state funding, the center’s capacity has been tripled, increasing its staff and technological capabilities. The expanded facility aims to improve intelligence sharing, crime analysis, and investigative…