New York City
Policy
NYC overhauls controversial schools admissions process for middle schools, selective high schools
Schools Chancellor David Banks said the controversial process was replaced with one that rewards the highest academic achievers, as well as increases transparency and fairness.
New York City
Policy
How many people are detained on Rikers? A look at the crisis by the numbers
The annual Mayor’s Management Report offers a cross-section of statistics on the jail complex.
New York City Council
Policy
Outdoor dining plan still set to allow roadway seating, council confirms
A City Council bill that would make the Open Restaurants program permanent still includes provisions for roadway seating – though it’s unclear what those set-ups would look like.
Criminal Justice
Policy
Advocates and electeds call for an end to solitary confinement as City Council discusses a bill to curtail the controversial practice
So far, no policy decisions have made progress in stopping jail officials from isolating incarcerated people.
New York City
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What’s the latest on New York City’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for city workers?
An FAQ, after a Manhattan judge ruled the public sector vaccine requirement invalid
New York State
Policy
Lee Zeldin’s campaign promises: What can he actually do if elected?
The Republican gubernatorial candidate has talked about making big changes to abortion rights, congestion pricing and more.
Heard Around Town
Policy
Protesters across the state rally against prison package restrictions
A new DOCCS policy limits what incarcerated people can receive in New York prisons
New York State
Policy
New York lawmakers want your right to an attorney to cover immigration too
With a bill that has failed to pass the state Legislature in recent years, more low-income immigrants would have access to representation – the only problem is finding lawyers for them.
New York City
Policy
Advocates clarify the right to shelter stands in NYC – after Eric Adams seemed to question it again
The mayor spoke about the crisis of asylum-seekers coming to New York City on top of the city’s existing homelessness crisis.
New York State
Policy
Andrea Stewart-Cousins has presided over some monumental legislation
Let’s just say the majority leader has been busy since 2019. Here are some of her greatest hits.
Policy
Policy
Overwhelmed with migrant arrivals, NYC has planned tent shelter to be built in a Bronx flood zone
Road leading to the isolated Orchard Beach parking lot has been dubbed by locals “Lake Orchard.”
Nonprofits
Policy
New York Nonprofit Media hosts 2022 FundCon
The event provided fundraising professionals advice on storytelling, social media and more.
Health Care
Policy
32BJ Health Fund conference tackles uncontrolled hospital pricing
The fall event gathered legislators, national experts and healthcare leaders.
Heard Around Town
Policy
CUNY’s chancellor wants the system to play a pivotal role in New York City’s economic recovery
Announcing a new internship program, Félix V. Matos Rodríguez said graduates of the country’s largest urban public university make up half of the city’s new nurses and a third of new teachers
New York City
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And… the New York City redistricting process has also devolved
The city Districting Commission voted to reject the latest draft maps, throwing the process into disarray.
New York City
Policy
The private sector vaccine mandate is lifted. What about the public sector?
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is standing by the COVID-19 requirement – despite being challenged in court.
Policy
Policy
MTA to install ‘Big Brother’ security cameras in all New York City subway cars
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA are optimistic new measures will prevent subway crime and give riders an added sense of security.
Policy
Policy
Evictions slowly ramp up after COVID-19
They’re nowhere at pre-pandemic levels, but a small but steady rise since January may portend a new crisis.
Gun Control
Policy
Advocates raise concerns about NYPD’s enhanced use of pedestrian stops to tamp down on guns
Gun arrests are at a 27-year high, while stop-and-frisk incidents have also surged.
Policy
Policy