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Politics
Clinton, Cuomo call on Albany to pass reproductive rights bills
The former Secretary of State and governor have high confidence that the state Legislature will pass long delayed bills that would give women more reproductive rights.
City Council grills Amazon over move
The tech giant’s representatives were on the hot seat over their secret talks with the governor and mayor over the multi-billion dollar deal.
Inwood rezoning faces lawsuit
Inwood residents and groups contend the city didn’t do enough to research the effects of the new zoning rules.
City changes plans for new Manhattan jail
After a huge community outcry, the mayor’s office announced it will not build a detention center on Centre Street.
Bill aims to fine cashless eateries
A City Council member says establishments that only use an electronic form of payment discriminates against minorities and low income New Yorkers.
Amazon exploits workers, retail union charges in slamming LIC move
One of the city’s largest unions said the tech giant’s history of alleged employee mistreatment needs to be addressed before it comes to Queens.
New York groups rally against Amazon on Cyber Monday
Workers’ rights groups hit up Amazon’s book store and Western Queens to make their voice heard.
Fired DOI commissioner slams mayor in letter
Bill de Blasio was on the defensive following major allegations by the city’s former chief watchdog.
Amazon HQ2 poised to propel LIC housing market, for now
Amazon’s move to western Queens will certainly have long term effects on the neighborhood, according to experts, however, the area’s high vacancy rates and new developments may provide a cushion.
Amazon HQ2 rumored home concerns LIC residents
Community groups and elected officials aren’t sure if this is prime time for the Seattle based company to set a footprint in Queens.
Council debates Small Biz Jobs Survival Act
Mom and pop businesses and landlords made their case to the Council over a proposal to mandate lease negotiations for small businesses.
Garment District workers want rapid help for factories
In four months since the city unveiled its plan for the factor workers in Midtown, experts say they are afraid the proposals don’t go far enough.
Women protest Kavanaugh on Midtown post office steps
Dozens of New Yorkers joined a group of artists to express themselves after the controversial appointment.
NYC pension funds investing $4B in green initiatives
The city is moving forward with bringing the retirement savings of its city workers into a more green friendly portfolio.
CUNY students with kids get extra help this year
New City Council funding will give over 1,461 CUNY students help with balancing their studies and parenting.
New Yorkers rally against Kavanaugh nomination
The judge’s stance on civil rights and women’s issues has many New Yorkers concerned.
Stringer launches school zone speed camera petition
The city comptroller wants New Yorkers to share their thoughts about the camera shutdown straight to Albany.
Inwood rezoning passes despite last minute plea from residents
Inwood residents and groups were escorted out of the Council chambers as they made one last plea against the controversial proposal.
Uber, Lyft licenses capped by City Council
The city became the first municipality in the country to regulate for-hire vehicles.