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…
Mayor Eric Adams and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced the full expansion of the NYPD’s Quality of Life “Q-Teams” across Staten Island following a successful pilot program that cut non-emergency response times by an average of 50 minutes and addressed more than 41,000 calls citywide. Q-Teams target everyday issues that impact neighborhood safety and cleanliness…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams kicked off NYC Nonprofit Week by announcing a record milestone in nonprofit contracting, with 88 percent of Fiscal Year 2026 human service contracts — 812 in total — submitted on time, nearly double last year’s number. This achievement highlights the administration’s focus on timely payments and support for nonprofits,…
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…
On August 8, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams appeared on PIX11’s Morning News to honor Stew Leonard Jr. for his heroic actions. During a recent PIX11 segment, Leonard Jr. saved the life of engineer Kurt Bennett, who choked on a piece of steak. Using skills from his Red Cross lifeguard training, Leonard Jr. performed the Heimlich…
Mayor Eric Adams has expanded New York City’s partnership with Summer, a student loan assistance company, to provide all residents with tools to manage student debt and plan for college expenses. The program offers personalized guidance on reducing monthly loan payments, enrolling in federal forgiveness programs, and saving on college costs. Building on a successful…