New York Governor Kathy Hochul, speaking on Mornings with Zerlina on SiriusXM, expressed concern over potential federal funding cuts and trade policies under the Trump administration. While open to collaboration on infrastructure, Hochul vowed to oppose policies affecting Medicaid, education funding, and FEMA assistance, warning of economic instability. She also cited risks from proposed tariffs,…
On October 15, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams and Councilmember Francisco Moya announced Operation Restore Roosevelt, a coordinated multi-agency effort addressing public safety and quality-of-life concerns along Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. Part of the Community Link initiative, this operation focuses on tackling issues like illegal brothels, sex trafficking, unlicensed vendors, and retail theft in Elmhurst, North…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella announced nearly $30 million in FY 2026 budget capital funding to improve parks, cultural institutions, and open space on Staten Island, enhancing access, safety, and quality of life for residents. The investment includes $5.6 million to reconstruct Bloomingdale Park playground with new…
Governor Kathy Hochul isn’t backing down on crime, mental health, or budget showdowns. In a fiery Politics Unusual interview, she defended her subway safety plan, pushing back against federal funding threats and touting a 50% crime drop since the Giuliani era. She vowed to tackle New York’s mental health crisis, calling it “inhumane” to leave…
Mayor Eric Adams has announced a $2 million expansion of the “Jobs NYC” initiative to connect economically disadvantaged communities with job opportunities and workforce training. As part of “Jobs Week,” the investment will fund hiring halls in high-unemployment areas and enhance the Jobs NYC website with new career resources. This initiative builds on the city’s…
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced, “Founded By NYC,” a year-long inclusive, comprehensive celebration of the 400th anniversary of New York City that launches tonight. In partnership with NYC Tourism + Conventions, Founded By NYC will celebrate how New York City has made history, and continues to do so — highlighting the achievements driven by…