From Brooklyn To The Bronx, NYC Parents Left Hanging For Child Support
A Her Justice analysis finds New York City parents wait roughly three times longer than those outside the state for child support orders. Advocates want triage pilots and a new bill to speed settlements.
Crown Heights Gunman Fires Multiple Rounds Outside Prospect Place Building
A shooter discharged multiple rounds outside 586 Prospect Place in Crown Heights; NYPD Crime Stoppers posted images and is seeking tips. A reward may be available for information.
NYC’s Big Building Shakeup: New Code Targets Every Aging Walk-Up
New York’s Department of Buildings announced a first‑ever Existing Building Code to simplify renovations and preservation citywide, with the EBC taking effect July 17, 2027.
NYC Watchdogs Warn Robotaxis Could Make Streets More Dangerous
A new Hunter College/Open Plans analysis finds robotaxis show fewer injury crashes overall but a higher rate of deaths and serious injuries per mile than NYC for‑hire vehicles. The report urges tougher data rules, fees and limits in dense corridors.
NYC Judge Gives Green Light To Trans Shelter Abuse Lawsuit Against City
A New York judge allowed a trans woman's lawsuit claiming she was forced into men's shelters and assaulted to move forward, testing whether DHS policy is enforced.
City Shells Out $3 Million To Pay New Yorkers For Used Needles
The city budget carves out $3 million to keep a controversial cash‑for‑syringes buyback running; officials say it reduces needle litter while critics call for treatment dollars instead.












