David Lombardo: On Tuesday, Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her third State of the State address which included a plan to develop more housing in the five boroughs, a plan that got a thumbs up from New York City Mayor Eric Adams who was in the Assembly chamber at the Capitol for the speech. And Mayor Adams…
Rosanna Scotto: Well, it’s been nearly eight months since midtown’s Roosevelt Hotel— which had closed in 2020— was reopened by the city as an asylum seeker arrival center. Since then, thousands of migrants have passed through the doors. Recently, I got a chance to go inside the facility— a very rare chance— and then I sat…
If you’re planning to watch the ball drop in Times Square , be sure to dress warmly and remember the following items are all prohibited: • Backpacks • Large bags • Umbrellas • Lawn chairs or other folding chairs • Picnic blankets • Large coolers • Alcoholic beverages Be safe, have fun — and have…
First Deputy Commissioner Tania Kinsella, Police Department: Good morning, everyone. Mayor Adams, family, friends. On behalf of Police Commissioner Caban and the entire executive staff, it’s my honor to welcome you to Madison Square Garden. Today in six months of intense training, dedication and resilience we understand the challenges you faced, the sacrifices that you made…
New “CURE” Process Prioritizes Education and Compliance Over Enforcement to Eliminate Outdated Tactics That Have Historically Harmed Local Businesses NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward A. Caban, New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) Commissioner Kevin D. Kim, and New York City Office…
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, the City now faces an unprecedented humanitarian crisis that requires it to take extraordinary measures to meet the immediate needs of the asylum seekers while…