NYC Mayor Mamdani and Council Speaker Menin Pledge to Decline Salary Raises amid Citywide Pay Review
NYC Council members Mamdani and Menin decline salary increases amid a push by some members for higher pay. A commission to review salaries is expected, with calls for fair and transparent processes.
Nicholas Deml Appointed as Rikers Island Remediation Manager with Broad Reform Mandate Amidst Ongoing Troubles
Nicholas Deml, with a background in the CIA and Vermont corrections, has been given significant authority as the new manager tasked with reforming Rikers Island, sparking hope among advocates due to his record of transparency and collaboration.
Brooklyn Attorney and Ex-Mayor Adams Adviser Frank Carone Under Federal Scrutiny for Business Dealings
Federal investigators are examining the business deals of Frank Carone, a lawyer and adviser to former Mayor Eric Adams, focusing on his firm Oaktree Solutions. No charges have been filed; Carone denies misconduct and suggests bias.
New York Governor Hochul Maintains 'Raise the Age' Law in Budget, Drawing Mixed Reactions Amid Public Safety Debates
New York Governor Hochul's budget for the fiscal year does not include changes to the Raise the Age law, despite pressure from law enforcement groups. Critics argue the law leads to youth violence, while supporters praise its progressive approach.












