New York City

Policy

As New York City seeks contractors to aid asylum seekers, advocates decry continued mismanagement at shelters

The intake center is short of Spanish-speaking staff and some families are being shuffled between shelters and hotels, Legal Aid said Monday.

New York City

Politics

Bay Ridge isn’t as conservative as you might think

Democrats have had success recently in the Brooklyn neighborhood – and will play a key role in NY-11.

Heard Around Town

Politics

Eddie Gibbs launches NYC Democratic club for people with conviction histories

The first formerly incarcerated state representative’s new organization plans to endorse in this year’s elections.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

Tiffany Cabán raises alarm bells at Rikers Island

During an unscheduled visit alongside Council Member Sandy Nurse, Cabán said she witnessed concerning conditions during a heat wave.

Heard Around Town

Politics

Niou reiterates BDS support at NY-10 forum

On Tuesday, the other seven candidates opposed the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions movement against Israel.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams endorses Elizabeth Crowley for state Senate

In her first major endorsement, the speaker broke from some of her progressive colleagues to endorse a moderate candidate in District 59.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

NYC public-private partnership to deliver $8 million aimed at alleviating homelessness

The Homeless Assistance Fund will be used by nonprofit Breaking Ground to connect homeless New Yorkers with housing and treatment programs.

Nonprofits

Politics

NYC public-private partnership to deliver $8 million aimed at alleviating homelessness

The Homeless Assistance Fund will be used by nonprofit Breaking Ground to connect homeless New Yorkers with housing and treatment programs.

Nonprofits

Policy

How New York lawmakers and nonprofits are taking action after Roe v. Wade

Various groups are increasing efforts to make abortion accessible to New Yorkers and out-of-staters.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

It’s Gustavo Rivera versus the Bronx machine

The state senator faces a primary challenger backed by many of the borough’s power brokers.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

How New York lawmakers and nonprofits are taking action after Roe v. Wade

Various groups are increasing efforts to make abortion accessible to New Yorkers and out-of-staters.

New York City

Politics

In stunning admission, NYC officials say they left migrant families stranded without shelter

The admission came after days of criticism over the city’s handling of asylum seekers – and Mayor Eric Adams’ narrative surrounding the issue.

New York City

Policy

NYC homeless advocates cast doubt on Eric Adams’ claims that ‘2,800 asylum seekers’ have entered shelters

Advocates accused the mayor of using asylum seekers and the federal government as scapegoats for the failures of his own housing policies.

Education

Policy

New York City Council members apologize for school budget vote

Progressive council members expressed regret on Monday for signing off on $215 million in cuts to schools in the fiscal year 2023 budget.