Federal Funding Freeze Disrupts NYCHA’s Section 8 Payments to Landlords, Straining NYC Housing Market
NYCHA experienced delays in rent payments to landlords due to a federal funding issue, affecting Section 8 voucher disbursements and causing concern among property owners and tenants.
Over 7,800 New Yorkers Involuntarily Transported for Psychiatric Evaluations in 2024, with Disproportionate Impact on Black Residents
New York City data reveals 7,800 involuntary psych evaluations in a year, with a high number not admitted for care, raising questions about Mayor Adams' approach and the disproportionate impact on Black residents.
NYPD Seeks Public Help to Identify Suspect in Spree of NYC Business Burglaries, Offers $3,500 Reward
NYPD seeks info on a burglary suspect involved in multiple incidents at NYC businesses, offering a $3,500 reward for tips leading to the arrest. The public can anonymously submit information.
New York Governor Awards $15.8 Million to Dairy Farms for Sustainable Practices and Water Protection Efforts
New York Governor Kathy Hochul awarded $15.8 million to 22 farms to enhance water quality and mitigate climate change through sustainable practices.
Ex-NYPD Officer Pleads Guilty to Criminally Negligent Homicide in DUI Case Leading to Husband's Death
A former NYPD officer pleaded guilty to Criminally Negligent Homicide following a DUI crash that killed her husband. She is out on bail until sentencing.
NY Attorney General Letitia James Leads Coalition Warning Federal Employees of Risky 'Deferred Resignation' Program
Attorney General James and 11 other attorneys general warn federal employees against a "deferred resignation" program, questioning its promises of continued pay and advising caution.
Brooklyn Contractor Charged with Grand Larceny for Allegedly Defrauding Park Slope Couple of $318,000
Brooklyn contractor Hayk Safaryan was indicted for grand larceny, accused of stealing $318,000 from a couple for renovations and spending it on personal luxuries, including a Porsche.
Blue Man Group Ends Historic 34-Year Run in NYC, Leaving Fans with Lasting Memories and Emotional Goodbyes
The Blue Man Group ended their 34-year run in NYC, leaving fans and cast with emotional farewells as reported by Eyewitness News and the New York Post.
Manhattan's UN Plaza Set for a $500 Million Upgrade, San Francisco's UN Plaza Expands Skatepark
The UN Plaza in Manhattan is set for a $500 million revamp, while the UN Plaza in San Francisco expands its skatepark, reflecting efforts to enhance public spaces.
New York Governor Hochul Signs Landmark Legislation Bolstering Reproductive Rights
NY Governor Hochul signed laws protecting reproductive rights, responding to restrictive policies in other states post-Dobbs. Measures include safety for medication abortion and infrastructure funding.
Mayor Eric Adams Unveils 'Jobs Week' and 'Race for Space' Initiative to Transform NYC's Vacant Offices and Boost Employment
Mayor Eric Adams initiates "Jobs Week" and the "Race for Space" program to repurpose NYC's commercial spaces, aiming to boost job creation and reduce office vacancy rates.
Chemical Tycoons Guilty as Chinese Executives Convicted in New York for Fentanyl Plot, $900K in Crypto Seized
Two Chinese chemical company executives were convicted of importing fentanyl precursors and money laundering, involving the takedown of websites and cryptocurrency accounts linked to the opioid crisis.












