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NYC politics

NYC Council Seeks to Halt Adams-Backed ICE Office at Rikers (1)

New York City Council files lawsuit against Mayor Adams over immigration office plan at Rikers Island, alleging corruption and violation of city laws.

fromTampa Free Press

1 week ago

New York Judge Blocks ICE Agents From Entering Rikers Island Prison

A judge blocked ICE from entering Rikers Island, escalating tensions between Mayor Adams and the NYC Council.

fromFox News

1 week ago

Judge temporarily blocks NYC Mayor Adams' plan to allow ICE agents in Rikers Island jail complex

A New York judge has ordered a halt to immigration operations at Rikers Island pending a legal challenge by the City Council.

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NYC politics

NYC Council Seeks to Halt Adams-Backed ICE Office at Rikers (1)

New York City Council files lawsuit against Mayor Adams over immigration office plan at Rikers Island, alleging corruption and violation of city laws.

Fake Courts, Fake Judges: Asylum Seekers Tell of Scams Meant to Prey on Immigrant Fears

Immigrants are increasingly vulnerable to fraudsters posing as legal representatives, particularly through social media.

Plan to Build Thousands of Apartments Will Transform the East Bronx

The Bronx will see the development of 7,000 new apartments to address its housing shortage.

NYC politics

2025 Election: Who's running in Manhattan's heated City Council District 1 primary race? | amNewYork

The race for the District 1 City Council seat intensifies with incumbent Christopher Marte defending his record on affordable housing against three challengers.

New York City

8 months ago

Plan to Build Thousands of Apartments Will Transform the East Bronx

The Bronx will see the development of 7,000 new apartments to address its housing shortage.

NYC politics

2025 Election: Who's running in Manhattan's heated City Council District 1 primary race? | amNewYork

The race for the District 1 City Council seat intensifies with incumbent Christopher Marte defending his record on affordable housing against three challengers.

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NYC Council eyes bills targeting fraud by immigration service providers

New York City Council addresses immigration services fraud with new measures to protect consumers and enhance enforcement.

Adrienne Adams, N.Y.C. Council Speaker, Attacks Trump Ahead of Potential Mayoral Bid

Adrienne Adams's State of the City address reflects her potential mayoral candidacy and emphasizes collaborative leadership amid the city's political landscape.

Adrienne Adams, N.Y.C. Council Speaker, Attacks Trump Ahead of Potential Mayoral Bid

Adrienne Adams's State of the City address underscores her potential mayoral run, reflecting her collaborative leadership style and focus on public service.

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Top Adams aide slams Council Speaker for booting members off budget team, re-igniting tensions in City Hall | amNewYork

First Deputy Mayor Mastro criticized Speaker Adams for removing two council members from her budget team after their endorsement of rival Andrew Cuomo.

Adrienne Adams, N.Y.C. Council Speaker, Attacks Trump Ahead of Potential Mayoral Bid

Adrienne Adams's State of the City address reflects her potential mayoral candidacy and emphasizes collaborative leadership amid the city's political landscape.

Adrienne Adams, N.Y.C. Council Speaker, Attacks Trump Ahead of Potential Mayoral Bid

Adrienne Adams's State of the City address underscores her potential mayoral run, reflecting her collaborative leadership style and focus on public service.

Brooklyn

Top Adams aide slams Council Speaker for booting members off budget team, re-igniting tensions in City Hall | amNewYork

First Deputy Mayor Mastro criticized Speaker Adams for removing two council members from her budget team after their endorsement of rival Andrew Cuomo.

Planned Parenthood's New York chapter requests $2.5M from NYC Council to protect care amid Medicaid cuts | amNewYork

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York urgently needs additional funding to maintain critical reproductive health services amid financial challenges.

Could This Be the End of the Party in Dimes Square?

The New York City Council rejected Le Dive's sidewalk cafe permit due to past regulatory noncompliance.

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New York City

Griffin Fossella, 27-year-old son of Staten Island borough president, to run for City Council

Griffin Fossella, Vito Fossella's son, is running for New York City Council to serve and improve Staten Island.

NYC politics

Exclusive | Joann Ariola, new head of NYC Council's GOP, reveals what she wants to tackle first

Joann Ariola aims to strengthen Republican representation in New York City while addressing key issues like employee rights and homeless laws.

New York City

Griffin Fossella, 27-year-old son of Staten Island borough president, to run for City Council

Griffin Fossella, Vito Fossella's son, is running for New York City Council to serve and improve Staten Island.

NYC politics

Exclusive | Joann Ariola, new head of NYC Council's GOP, reveals what she wants to tackle first

Joann Ariola aims to strengthen Republican representation in New York City while addressing key issues like employee rights and homeless laws.

New York City

Stiff competition: Anthony Weiner officially files to run for NY City Council years after sexting scandal

Anthony Weiner is attempting to return to politics by running for New York City Council after a decade of scandals and legal issues.

3 months ago

New York City

Exclusive | GOP Councilman Joe Borelli is calling it quits - after his 10-year NYC fight for common sense

Joe Borelli is resigning after nearly a decade as a conservative voice in an increasingly liberal New York City council.

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Disgraced ex-congressman and convicted sex pest Anthony Weiner mulls return to NYC politics

Anthony Weiner is considering a political comeback for a New York City Council seat after serving prison time for a sexting scandal.

Digital life

SNL' Sketch Gives Harvey Epstein His 15 Minutes of Fame

Harvey Epstein became an internet sensation after Saturday Night Live aired a sketch spoofing his unfortunate name association with notorious figures.

Digital life

Anthony Weiner's Latest Redemption Tour Starts With a Haircut

Anthony Weiner seeks a political comeback after prison, considering a run for New York City Council.

4 months ago

New York City

Stiff competition: Anthony Weiner officially files to run for NY City Council years after sexting scandal

Anthony Weiner is attempting to return to politics by running for New York City Council after a decade of scandals and legal issues.

3 months ago

New York City

Exclusive | GOP Councilman Joe Borelli is calling it quits - after his 10-year NYC fight for common sense

Joe Borelli is resigning after nearly a decade as a conservative voice in an increasingly liberal New York City council.

Miscellaneous

Disgraced ex-congressman and convicted sex pest Anthony Weiner mulls return to NYC politics

Anthony Weiner is considering a political comeback for a New York City Council seat after serving prison time for a sexting scandal.

Digital life

SNL' Sketch Gives Harvey Epstein His 15 Minutes of Fame

Harvey Epstein became an internet sensation after Saturday Night Live aired a sketch spoofing his unfortunate name association with notorious figures.

Digital life

Anthony Weiner's Latest Redemption Tour Starts With a Haircut

Anthony Weiner seeks a political comeback after prison, considering a run for New York City Council.

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4 months ago

Education

Exclusive | Council to OK bill giving small NYC religious, private schools millions to hire guards

New York City is allocating funding for security at small religious and private schools amid rising safety threats.

New York City Council Sues Adams for Blocking Solitary Confinement Ban

New York City Council is suing Mayor Adams to enforce a ban on solitary confinement after he attempted to block the law with executive orders.

fromMixmag

10 months ago

NYC politics

New York approves new legislation to remove "anti-dancing" nightlife rules

New York City Council approves legislation to support nightlife sector and 'freedom to dance' under Mayor Eric Adams' 'City of Yes' plan.

New York City

4 months ago

New York City Council Sues Adams for Blocking Solitary Confinement Ban

New York City Council is suing Mayor Adams to enforce a ban on solitary confinement after he attempted to block the law with executive orders.

fromMixmag

10 months ago

NYC politics

New York approves new legislation to remove "anti-dancing" nightlife rules

New York City Council approves legislation to support nightlife sector and 'freedom to dance' under Mayor Eric Adams' 'City of Yes' plan.

CUNY's leaders can't answer basic questions on campus antisemitism: They ALL need to go

CUNY Chancellor's testimony on antisemitism reveals leadership failures and calls for reform in handling discrimination issues at the university.

6 months ago

NYC politics

City Council, Legal Aid Society appeal court ruling on lawsuit expanding housing voucher eligibility | amNewYork

The NYC Council is appealing a court ruling to expand housing voucher eligibility, contradicting the state court's decision.

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fromBKReader

7 months ago

City Council Approves Study For Reparations, Creates Task Force

New York City is taking significant steps toward addressing the historical injustices of slavery through proposed reparations and the establishment of dedicated commissions.

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fromCity & State NY

7 months ago

Is New York City investing enough in mental health treatment?

Linda Lee advocates for a multipronged approach to mental health services, addressing workforce, criminal justice interactions, and the urgent need for preventative care.

11 months ago

NYC politics

amNewYork Metro at 20: How much has the NY City Council evolved over the past two decades? | amNewYork

The New York City Council has become younger, more diverse, and progressive over the past two decades.