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Governor Hochul Announces Increased Benefits for Workers’ Compensation and Paid Family Leave

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced increases in workers’ compensation and Paid Family Leave benefits. As of Jan.1, 2025, workers...

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Mayor Adams Orders Department of Buildings Review Amid Bribery Indictment of Former Chief Adviser

New York City Mayor Eric Adams assured the public on Tuesday at his weekly press briefing that his deputy mayors Maria Torres-Springer and...

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Gov. Hochul Signs Bill to Expand Heating Assistance for New York Seniors

Governor Kathy Hochul on Monday signed a new bill that will improve access to the Home Energy Assistance Program for seniors across New...

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Asylum Seekers in Clinton Hill Shelter Face Uncertainty Amid New Deportation Fears

By: Owen Lavine Saleozi Rojom came to the United States from Senegal a year ago, seeking asylum. Between English classes and studying for...

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NYPD Chief Resigns Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations, Internal Affairs Boss Relieved of Duties

The New York Police Department’s highest-ranking uniformed officer abruptly resigned late Friday night after a NYPD subordinate made...

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Residents Bear the Brunt of 15-Month Construction Delay on Dean Street

By: Kaya Laterman On a recent cold weekday afternoon in Prospect Heights, Dean Street, between 6th and Vanderbilt Avenues, was eerily...

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Critics Slam Adams for Embracing Trump-Era Immigration Stance Amid 2025 Primary Tensions

By: Kaya Laterman New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Thursday said the city will not remain a Sanctuary City for asylum seekers who commit...

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Calls for Stronger Tenant Protections as Atlantic Avenue Rezoning Plan Faces Community Board Vote

By: Asar John Many Prospect Heights and Crown Heights residents said they are dissatisfied on how the city measures what is affordable...

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Hochul’s ‘Inflation Refund’ Plan Aims to Deliver Relief to 3.6 Million NYC Residents in 2025

Governor Kathy Hochul on Tuesday unveiled an economic proposal that could direct payments to about 3.6 million New York City taxpayers by...

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Jeffries Withholds Support for Adams in 2025 Race, Focuses on Democratic Victory

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Friday declined to endorse Mayor Eric Adams or any other candidate in the 2025 New York City...

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