A new 400,000 sq. ft. commercial development has opened at 2440 Fulton Street in East New York, Brooklyn, offering DSS programs and retail space as part of the broader East New York Neighborhood Plan.

NYC Councilmembers propose banning pedicabs near Broadway theaters due to noise and congestion issues, with mixed responses from industry stakeholders.

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka appeared in federal court for a hearing after being accused of trespassing at an ICE facility; a scene reflecting local-federal immigration policy tensions.

NY Governor Hochul announces $400 inflation refund checks for 8.2 million households, with disbursements starting in October as part of the FY 2026 State Budget.

Andrew Cuomo's mayoral campaign is under scrutiny for potential improper coordination with a super PAC, leading to financial penalties and ongoing investigation by the Campaign Finance Board.

A court-ordered set of reforms for Rikers Island jail has been announced, with U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton supporting the appointment of a remediation manager to address the facility's numerous systemic issues and improve conditions.

A federal judge has ordered an external manager to oversee Rikers Island jails, citing years of violence and mismanagement. The city loses control as the court-appointed authority will drive reforms.

Attorneys general from 20 states, led by New York's Letitia James, are suing DHS over new policy conditions linking emergency funds to immigration enforcement. They argue the mandate is unconstitutional and harmful to communities' safety.

NY Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition suing the U.S. DOT over directives tying federal transportation funding to immigration policy compliance, alleging it's unconstitutional.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams establishes the Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism to address rising hate crimes against Jews, led by Jewish Liaison Moshe Davis.

Newark’s mayor was cuffed at an ICE facility. Newly released DHS bodycam footage ignites further questions as legal experts analyze and casting doubt on the Federal story.

Andrew Cuomo received $1.5 million in public funds for his mayoral campaign, but $622,000 was withheld due to alleged improper coordination with a super PAC. The CFB is investigating the campaign's potential violation of finance rules.

NYC mayoral candidates present varied tactics for affordability and public safety, with approaches ranging from hiring more police to community-based initiatives, as concerns rise in neighborhoods like Sunset Park.