Mamdani Backs Off Shelter Rule That Would Freeze Out Street Homeless
Mayor Mamdani pulled back a rule that would have required six months of homelessness to qualify for low‑barrier safe‑haven beds after advocates pushed back. The move follows a deadly cold snap and a commissioner’s resignation.
Removal of Pride Flag from NYC's Stonewall Monument Sparks Outrage Amid Federal Policy Adherence
The National Parks Service has removed the Pride flag from New York City's Stonewall National Monument, adhering to federal guidelines restricting unauthorized flags on NPS-managed flagpoles.
NYC Nurses Strike Nears End as Tentative Deal Reached at Montefiore and Mount Sinai, Talks Continue at NewYork-Presbyterian
NYC nurses reach a tentative deal with Montefiore and Mount Sinai hospitals, which includes salary increases and improved staffing ratios, but NewYork-Presbyterian remains in deadlock.
Nearly 800 More Fines Issued in NYC for Unshoveled Sidewalks After Record Snowstorm
Penalties are imposed on NYC property owners for not clearing sidewalks after a historic snowstorm; nearly 800 fines were recently issued by DSNY, totaling over 3,500 since January 25.
New York City Nurses Strike Highlights Labor Rights and Healthcare Challenges
The NYC nurses' strike enters week five with some contract gains at Montefiore and ongoing talks at Mount Sinai, despite slow progress and the recent arrest of 13 nurses.
Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery Introduces Eco-Friendly 'Terramation' for Human Composting by 2027 Amid Controversy
Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn plans to offer human composting, starting in 2027, as an eco-friendly alternative to burials and cremation. However, some religious groups oppose the method.
Holocaust Survivor Shares Lessons Against Hate at Brooklyn School Amid Controversial Visit
Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann spoke at Brooklyn's Middle School 447 about combating hate, following an initial rejection of his visit due to political concerns.
Archbishop Ronald Hicks Begins Tenure at St. Patrick's Cathedral, Ushering New Era for New York's Catholic Community
Archbishop Ronald Hicks takes over from Cardinal Dolan as the leader of New York's archdiocese, marked by a symbolic ceremony at St. Patrick's Cathedral.












