New York City Mayor Eric Adams has introduced a new interagency task force to target illegal “ghost cars”—vehicles with forged or altered license plates that evade traffic cameras and toll readers. These vehicles are often linked to serious crimes like shootings, robberies, and hit-and-run incidents. The task force, which began operations on September 10, has…
On June 18, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams, alongside the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) and NYC Public Schools, announced the groundbreaking “Financial Literacy for Youth” (FLY) initiative, aimed at equipping every public school student with essential money management skills by 2030. Unveiled during the Mayor’s State of the City address earlier this year,…
Mayor Eric Adams praised President Biden’s executive order expanding work authorization for long-time undocumented immigrants, highlighting its economic benefits and the positive impact on communities. Adams emphasized the need for comprehensive immigration reform and continued support for the many migrants and asylum seekers in New York City. Order Allows Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens Who…
SEO-Friendly Summary:Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the formation of a new biotechnology-focused Emerging Technology Advisory Board, led by Pfizer’s Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer Andrew Baum and The Michael J. Fox Foundation CEO Debi Brooks. The board brings together top leaders from biotech, philanthropy, and academia to bolster New York’s position as a national leader…
Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Freida D. Foster as Chair and Renee Delgado as Vice Chair of the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB). Foster, a Board member since 2009 and former Vice Chair, brings 16 years of experience, having reviewed thousands of appeals and contributed to modernizing WCB systems, including implementing NYS Paid…
During her discussion at the the Aspen Institute Hurst Lecture Series,, Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized the need for improved public safety and infrastructure, particularly in making the subway system safer. She highlighted the urgent requirement for more housing in New York, along with investments in education and workforce development to create opportunities for residents. Additionally,…