New York City Mayor Eric Adams joined Jonesy in the Morning on 94.7 The Block to address key concerns facing the city. He discussed issues such as garbage collection, street sweeping, and the city’s composting initiative, emphasizing the need for comprehensive urban cleanliness efforts. Adams also responded to concerns about the strain on 911 operators,…
Mayor Eric Adams tore into the city’s retail theft crisis, calling it a major issue that destroys jobs, shutters stores, and hurts everyday New Yorkers. Speaking at the Mayor’s Retail Theft Task Force meeting, Adams blasted lawmakers for failing to crack down on repeat offenders and vowed to “eradicate” theft, not just reduce it. “We…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams spoke publicly following the dismissal of a case against him, calling the charges baseless and reaffirming his commitment to the city’s residents. Thanking his legal team and supporters, Adams emphasized his administration’s focus on crime reduction, job growth, and affordable housing. Acknowledging the challenges of the legal ordeal, he…
New York City’s app-based delivery workers just got a big payday—Mayor Eric Adams announced the full rollout of the $21.44 minimum hourly wage, up from a shocking $5.39 per hour before tips. Since 2023, this rule has pumped over $700 million into the pockets of 60,000+ hardworking deliveristas braving NYC’s streets in all weather. The…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams revealed that the New York Yankees and New York Mets are expected to generate a combined $909 million in economic activity during the 2025 MLB regular season. The economic boost comes from a wide range of spending, including tickets, concessions, and local businesses. The announcement highlights the continued economic…
Phones help connect ex-inmates to health care, housing & jobs 74% went to those with serious mental illness or opioid treatment needs Part of Adams’ push to tackle mental health & reentry challenges Mayor Adams Announces NYC Health + Hospitals has Connected More Than 1,000 Medically-Vulnerable New Yorkers Leaving Rikers Island With Smartphones to Increase…