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Editor’s note: It’s time to sign the Grieving Families Act into law
It would replace New York’s current wrongful death law that leaves people unable to seek meaningful compensation after the loss of a loved one who had little or no financial worth, particularly impacting people of color.
Opinion
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Opinion: Congress’ last chance to feed hungry kids
New York’s congressional delegation should seize the moment to restore lapsed aid programs, pull kids out of poverty and put food on the table for millions of our neighbors across the state.
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Editor’s note: On Penn Station, it’s time to dream big again
New York has never had a problem constructing both public and private development projects on a massive scale to last the ages.
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Opinion
Opinion: Funding safety net hospitals must be a priority in next legislative session
With budget season approaching, Albany should prioritize creating a sustainable and equitable payment structure for these institutions.
New York City
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Opinion: New York takes crucial step in preparing for the next Superstorm Sandy
Voters on Election Day approved $4.2 billion in funding for statewide environmental projects under the Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Bond Act.
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Opinion
Opinion: Top political operatives weigh in on New York’s 2022 midterm elections
These consultants identified a number of important emerging trends.
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Editor’s Note: Adult Survivors Act needs all the attention it can get
The law opens a one-year lookback window for survivors to come forward with legal claims against their alleged abusers.
Policy
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Opinion: ULURP shouldn’t be taken for granted
New York City Council Members should have the goal of saying “yes” to developers going through the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure and affordable housing is at stake.
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Editor's note: Turkey giveaways are as important as ever
Rising costs mean more constituents will be hoping for a free bird this year.
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Editor's note: Oprah’s endorsement of Fetterman should remind Hochul she’s got celebs on her side too
After hosting get-out-the vote rallies with big name Democrats, Gov. Kathy Hochul might also want to tout that she’s got some Hollywood star power supporting her campaign.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Why Lee Zeldin will win
For the first time in more than a decade, the conditions are right to elect a Republican governor in New York.
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Opinion
Opinion: Why Kathy Hochul will win
Tightening polls are to be expected, but New York’s first female governor has the résumé to continue to lead in a deep blue state.
Courts
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Opinion: How a court’s mission aligned with its response to Superstorm Sandy
The Red Hook Community Justice Center takes a holistic approach to overcoming challenges following Superstorm Sandy by increasing civic engagement and prioritizing social services.
Editor's Note
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Editor’s Note: NYC’s High Line is once again a “lifeline”
The former elevated railroad bed that once delivered goods and supplies to the west side of lower Manhattan is now providing a vital link to the struggling Hudson Yards.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Governor’s race now a nailbiter
A deep analysis of recent polling shows momentum seems on the side of Republicans, not Democrats, both across New York State and the country.
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Editor’s Note: Rebuilt bridge to Manhattan’s Waterside Plaza is a win for access
An ADA-compliant pedestrian span will replace an old bridge across FDR Drive as part of a $1.6 billion life sciences hub project.
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Editor’s Note: New York City’s beloved newsstands are holding on for dear life
Between a new program converting the stands into delivery worker hubs and the loyalty of customers, this icon of city life is evolving to stick around.
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Editor’s Note: Asylum-seekers could fill New York City job vacancies
Migrants who get this far have earned their place in a city “built by immigrants.”
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