NYC's new mandatory composting policy is facing opposition from City Council members who seek to eliminate fines and make participation voluntary due to perceived failures and burdens.

ICE detained Mahmoud Khalil without charge, sparking debate over free speech and immigration law related to anti-Semitism. His legal team contests the use of an obscure law to justify his deportation.

New York AG Letitia James leads a multi-state lawsuit against the Trump administration for blocking access to federal education funds meant to assist with COVID-19 impacts.

New York Attorney General Letitia James urges Congress to regulate the chaotic cryptocurrency market to protect investors from fraud and instill national security.

The NYPD's Quality of Life Division aims to address daily non-emergency issues in NYC, like noise and illegal parking, to improve community relations and well-being.

Citizens Union proposes a new process in the NYC Charter to remove a mayor for misconduct, requiring City Council votes and voter approval, following critiques of current accountability mechanisms.

An audit by NYC Comptroller Brad Lander shows over 80% of schools with asbestos missed required inspections, exposing students and staff to health risks.

NYC Council is set to pass bills increasing oversight of NYPD's use of surveillance technology, following concerns about transparency in deploying tools like facial recognition and drones.

Federal judges in New York and Texas temporarily blocked the deportation of Venezuelan migrants, contesting the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act and emphasizing due process rights.

Airbnb invests $5 million in its SuperPAC for NYC elections, aiming to loosen short-term rental regulations and support allies in the City Council and potentially in the mayoral race.

NYC is hiring 3,700 new teachers to reduce class sizes, as part of the city's education budget for FY 2026, following a collaboration with educational unions and school administrators.

Charges against Councilmember Susan Zhuang for assaulting an officer were dropped following a restorative justice process. She looks forward to working with the NYPD.

Speaker Carl Heastie proposes a bill to reduce Governor Hochul's power during NY budget talks, arguing against unrelated policy measures in the budget and advocating for lawmakers to be paid regardless of delays.