Mayor Eric Adams Greenlights Atlantic Avenue Redevelopment with 4,600 New Homes to Rise in Brooklyn
The Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan in Brooklyn, approved by Mayor Eric Adams and the City Planning Commission, aims to create 4,600 homes and 2,800 jobs, with a focus on affordable housing and infrastructure.
New York Senate Clashes with Gov. Hochul Over Scope of School Phone Ban
Gov. Hochul's "bell-to-bell" mobile phone ban in NY schools is facing pushback from the state Senate, which proposes a less strict limitation during instructional time, prompting discussions about flexibility and local decision-making.
NYC Councilman Justin Brannan Garners Key Endorsements in Comptroller Race as Democratic Heavyweights Show Support
City Councilman Justin Brannan's campaign for NYC Comptroller gains the Uniformed Firefighters Association's endorsement and support from Democratic Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie.
New York City's Homeless Encampment Sweeps Under Scrutiny Despite Mayor Adams' $650 Million Mental Health Initiative
NYC's effort to tackle homelessness and mental health issues faces scrutiny, with $3.5 million spent to clear 2,300 encampments resulting in only 114 people moved to shelters. Mayor Adams promises $650 million in new funding to improve the situation.
DHS Detains Palestinian Student at Columbia University Amid Crackdown on Visa Overstays and Activism
Federal agents arrested Columbia University student Leqaa Korda for overstaying her visa and participating in protests. Another student self-deported using a CBP app. The crackdowns may be due to pro-Palestinian campus activism.
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