In a candid interview on NY1’s Inside City Hall, Mayor Eric Adams tackled the controversies surrounding his administration, from the fallout of his federal court case to the wave of resignations among his top aides. Defiant in the face of corruption allegations, Adams insisted he has done nothing wrong and vowed to stay focused on…
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a major statewide affordability and resilience initiative aimed at mitigating the growing public health risks of extreme heat. Central to the plan is the Essential Plan Cooling Program, which will provide free air conditioners to eligible residents, alongside expanded access to cooling centers and support for heat-resilient infrastructure across schools,…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today celebrated the opening of Matawana Dispensary, the first Black woman-owned legal cannabis dispensary in Brooklyn. Building on an announcement in his State of the City address last month, Mayor Adams recommitted to supporting the equitable growth of the legal cannabis market and ensuring justice-impacted individuals are not undermined through…
The dazzling lights and cacophony of Times Square have a new, thought-provoking neighbor. Forget the flashing billboards for a moment, because a powerful presence has landed amidst the urban jungle: a magnificent 12-foot bronze statue of a Black woman. Titled “Grounded in the Stars,” this striking artwork by British artist Thomas J. Price isn’t just…
In a wide-ranging interview on 94.7 The Block’s Jonesy in the Morning, Mayor Eric Adams highlighted his administration’s efforts to combat gun violence, citing the removal of over 1,000 firearms this year and more than 20,700 since taking office. He paid tribute to civil rights leader Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, emphasizing her lasting impact on…
Governor Hochul today rallied with New Yorkers impacted by Washington Republicans’ devastating cuts to health care, food assistance and other critical programs. With nearly three million New Yorkers at risk of losing the food assistance they receive from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) starting November 1 due to the GOP’s federal government shutdown, the…