New York City Mayor Eric Adams today reaffirmed his commitment to the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise community by appointing Michael Garner as chief business diversity officer of the Mayor’s Office of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE). In this role, Garner will support and elevate New York City’s M/WBEs by making the city a…
WHEREAS, over the past several months, thousands of asylum seekers have been arriving in New York City, from the Southern border, without having any immediate plans for shelter; and WHEREAS, as of October 5, 2022, the asylum seekers who have entered the City’s shelter system operated by the Department of Homeless Services (DHS Shelter System”) include approximately…
New York City has thrown its weight behind California’s legal battle to block the federal government from deploying National Guard troops in Los Angeles, joining a coalition of 13 municipalities. In a friend-of-the-court brief filed with the Ninth Circuit, the group argued that cities—not the military—hold the authority and expertise to manage public safety while…
On August 19, 2025, New York City, led by Mayor Eric Adams and Corporation Counsel Muriel Goode-Trufant, filed an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit challenging the federal government’s unlawful arrests of immigrants at mandatory court hearings. The brief, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, argues that…
Governor Kathy Hochul chaired the New York State Financial Control Board’s 50th anniversary meeting, emphasizing New York City’s robust financial stability. She highlighted the city’s balanced budget, absence of operating deficits, and disciplined fiscal management, noting that none of the five statutory triggers for a control period have been met. Hochul praised collaborative efforts with…
Mayor Eric Adams has announced the opening of 13 new clubhouses across New York City’s five boroughs to support people living with serious mental illness. These community-driven spaces, backed by a $30 million investment from city and state funds, offer a welcoming environment where members can build social connections, access health and legal services, and…