New York City Construction Safety Improves in 2024 with Lower Injury and Incident Rates, Record Inspections by DOB
The NYC Construction Safety Report for 2024 shows a decrease in worksite injuries and incidents, with Mayor Adams and Commissioner Oddo highlighting the role of enhanced safety measures and inspections.
New York AG Letitia James Locks Horns with Trump Admin, Defending Law Firm's First Amendment Rights
Attorney General Letitia James filed an amicus brief with 20 other attorneys general supporting Susman Godfrey against Trump's Executive Order, which imposes sanctions on the firm.
Mayor Eric Adams Appoints Kim L. Yu as New Director of NYC's Contract Services to Enhance Government Efficiency
Eric Adams appoints Kim L. Yu as Director of MOCS and chief procurement officer, with Yexenia Markland as deputy director and John K. Katsorhis as deputy chief procurement officer.
New York City Destroys Over 3,500 Seized Illegal Firearms in Effort to Combat Violence
NYC Mayor Eric Adams, NYPD, and community leaders destroy 3,575 illegal firearms to combat gun violence, with the metal repurposed for a memorial by Coop Tech. Efforts against ghost guns and illegal weapon flow continue.
Bipartisan Group of 40 Attorneys General, Led by NY's Letitia James, Urges Congress to Support Legal Aid Funding for Vulnerable Americans
Attorneys general from 40 states urge Congress to maintain funding for the Legal Services Corporation, highlighting its importance in providing legal assistance to the underprivileged.
House Republicans Urge Charges Against Ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo for Alleged False Statements to Congress
House Republicans are urging to prosecute ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo for allegedly lying to Congress about COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes. He denies wrongdoing, but evidence suggests involvement; his political standing remains robust.
Three Federal Prosecutors Resign Over New York City Mayor Corruption Case Amid DOJ Turmoil
Federal prosecutors Cohen, Rohrbach, and Wikstrom resigned over a DOJ dispute regarding the dropped corruption case against NYC Mayor Adams, refusing to admit wrongdoing as a precondition for return.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Denounces Senator Van Hollen's Interaction with Alleged Gang Member Amidst Federal Gang Indictments
Mayor Eric Adams criticized Senator Chris Van Hollen for a meeting with a mistakenly deported Maryland resident, echoing Trump-era rhetoric and emphasizing his tough immigration stance amid local and federal collaborations.
Trump Supports Long Island School's Challenge to NY Ban on Native American Mascots
Donald Trump supports a Long Island school district's opposition to New York's ban on Native American mascots. Despite a lawsuit dismissal, Massapequa fights to keep its "Chiefs" identity, sparking a debate over cultural respect and state authority.












