Today’s news
NYC Sees Wave of Affordable Housing Demolition for Luxury Developments
Concerns raised over displacement of long-term residents and small businesses as affordable units are replaced.

NYC Mayor Extends Emergency Order to Address Jail Compliance
NYC's New Climate Chief Focuses on Environmental Justice and City Resilience
Recent news
Feb. 15, 2026
New York Mayor Skips Catholic Archbishop's Installation
Mamdani breaks decades-long tradition, drawing criticism from local media and former mayor
Feb. 14, 2026
Mayor Mamdani Restarts Bronx, Brooklyn Transit Projects
Announces new bus lanes, protected bike lanes to improve speed and safety
Feb. 14, 2026
NYC to Restart Bronx, Brooklyn Bus & Bike Lanes
New projects aim to improve transit reliability and safety for pedestrians and cyclists
Feb. 14, 2026
Suffolk Republicans Demand Pothole Repairs on Route 25
Local leaders call on state to fix dangerous conditions on busy roadway.
Feb. 14, 2026
Brooklyn Hospital Seeks to Demolish Historic Synagogue for Housing Project
Local Jewish community fights to save 100-year-old Kingsbrook Shul from being torn down
Feb. 14, 2026
NYC Mayor Mamdani Faces Backlash from Catholic Community
Mayor skips archbishop's installation, hires controversial activist for inaugural committee
Feb. 14, 2026
Viral Images Spark Debate Over NYC Sanitation Issues Under Mayor Mamdani
Critics argue basic services like trash pickup should be prioritized over policy initiatives.
Feb. 14, 2026
NYC Mayor Pledges New Bike and Bus Lanes, But Lacks Details
Mayor Mamdani announces plans to complete stalled projects, but can't provide specifics on mileage or scope.
Feb. 13, 2026
Mamdani Backtracks on CityFHEPS Expansion Promise, Citing Budget Concerns
Advocates criticize the mayor's decision to pursue a settlement over the expansion of the city's housing voucher program.
Feb. 13, 2026
Mayor Mamdani Taps Shihata as NYC DOI Chief
Nadia Shihata, a former federal prosecutor, will lead the city's anti-corruption efforts as the new commissioner of the Department of Investigation.
Feb. 13, 2026
Mayor Mamdani Nominates Nadia Shihata as NYC DOI Commissioner
Shihata, a former federal prosecutor, tapped to lead city's independent oversight agency
Feb. 13, 2026
Staten Island Residents Debate Secession from New York City
The election of a leftist mayor has reignited calls for Staten Island to break away from the rest of the city.
Feb. 13, 2026
Giuliani Criticizes NYC Mayor's Budget Projections
Former mayor claims current administration is inflating deficit estimates to justify tax hikes on high earners.
Feb. 13, 2026
NYC Budget Watchdog Urges Mayor Mamdani to Cut Spending, Avoid Tax Hikes
The Citizens Budget Commission calls on the mayor to focus on fiscal responsibility through operational reforms, not higher taxes.
Feb. 13, 2026
New York City Mayor Seeks Tax Hikes to Plug Budget Gap
Mamdani urges state lawmakers to allow him to raise taxes on top earners to fund his agenda
Feb. 12, 2026
New York leaders defy Trump, rehang Stonewall Pride flag
Chaotic scene as officials remove American flag to reinstall LGBTQ+ symbol on federal property
Feb. 12, 2026
Affluent Upper East Side Residents Protest Planned Homeless Shelter
Community members raise concerns over lack of notification, location, and security measures for the new women's shelter.
Feb. 12, 2026
Mayor Mamdani Outlines Plan to Address NYC Budget Crisis
Calls for ending state revenue drain and raising taxes on the wealthy to close $7 billion deficit
Feb. 12, 2026
Affluent Upper East Side Residents Erupt in Outrage Over Planned Homeless Shelter
Community members cite rushed approval, safety concerns, and lack of transparency from city officials
Feb. 12, 2026
NYC Builders Urged to Challenge Mayor Mamdani's Tax Agenda
Commercial real estate industry must use its clout to stop proposed tax hikes that could cripple the city's economy.