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NYC Council Considers Bill to Ban Parking Near Crosswalks Citywide

The New York City Council is preparing to vote on a sweeping street safety bill that supporters say would prevent pedestrian deaths. Still,...

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Brooklyn Roots, Citywide Reach: Fusion East’s Delicious MWBE Success

New York City boasts a $115 billion annual budget, with more than $30 billion earmarked for the Department of Education (DOE), yet...

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Brooklyn GOP Primary Decided by 16 Votes, But Fraud Allegations Linger

The New York City Board of Elections on Tuesday certified the results of the Republican primary for City Council District 47, even as a...

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Bronx Street Safety Overhaul Moves Forward After 17-Year Delay

After being proposed 17 years ago, a long-awaited reconstruction project in the Bronx is finally getting the green light. A $45 million...

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Brooklyn Lawmaker Condemns Brad Lander’s ‘Reckless’ Epstein Claim Against Eric Adams

A powerful response rippled through New York’s political circles as Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas (D-60th District) strongly criticized...

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Brownsville’s Creative Scene Heats Up with The Corner by YDC

In an area too often deprived of creative amenities, a fresh vision is flourishing—one that prioritizes innovation, local opportunities,...

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Affordable Housing, Election Changes on the Table for NYC Voters This Fall

New Yorkers will have a chance this November to weigh in on five ballot proposals that could significantly alter how the city tackles its...

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Mike Lawler Backs Out of NY Governor’s Race, Eyes Reelection in Swing House Seat

Rep. Mike Lawler is forgoing a high-profile bid for New York governor and will instead seek a third term in Congress, he confirmed...

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Construction Begins on Major Affordable Housing Project in Brooklyn

A significant affordable housing project in Brooklyn’s East New York area has started construction. The $270 million project, known...

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More Youth, Women, and Immigrants Join Queens Community Boards in 2025

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards released the 2025 Community Board Demographic Report this week, revealing a record number of new...

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