The immigrant activist’s struggle has garnered the attention of the new Council speaker.
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Politics
Council bill to require translators at all public meetings
A legislation would bridge the gap with civic engagement among non English speakers.
NYC’s 311 services will respond to Twitter requests 24/7
New Yorkers now have another way to get information and file complaints.
Cuomo fights net neutrality repeal with exec order
The fight over the future of net neutrality heated up in New York.
Erica Garner funeral draws hundreds, marred by fight
A tense situation erupted outside the funeral of the late activist.
NY Salvadorans angry after Trump announces end of TPS
The city’s community and elected officials called the move cruel and are worried about the 15,000 children who would be affected.
Council speaker releases proposals to bolster retail sector
A report by the City Council aims to curb the loss of mom and pops throughout the city. Retail owners, however, have mixed feelings.
Broadway Triangle development lawsuit settled
The development will now be 100% affordable and the city will take steps to ensure it is more inclusive.
Net neutrality vote must wait until end of comment investigation: AG
The state’s top prosecutor and a FCC commissioner say the federal government needs to get to the bottom of the alleged identity theft.
Net neutrality repeal would jeopardize city tech industry: experts
As the battle over net neutrality looms, entrepreneurs, officials, and tech experts warn that its loss could devastate the city’s growing economic engine.
AG site helps NYers see if they were used in Net Neutrality scam
Eric Schneiderman wants New Yorkers to help his investigation into phony FCC comments.
NYC mayor write-ins included Aaron Judge, Obama, Beyoncé
A who’s who of celebrities, fictional characters, and past leaders made the list.
ACA open enrollment is in full swing, NY groups work to increase signups
As the health insurance open enrollment begins, public, private and non-profit groups are coming together to inform New Yorkers about their options.
‘I Voted’ stickers to honor suffragettes
The centennial of New York’s suffragette movement will be on display when people hit the polls in November.
J.Lo, Cuomo form relief initiative to help Puerto Rico
New York has a massive state wide effort to bring much needed supplies and personnel to the hurricane ravaged island.
Electric car charging stations to be installed in each borough
The city aims to make the roadways greener with the charging hubs.
Cornell Tech makes long-awaited Roosevelt Island opening
The city’s newest tech center is now online.
NYC DACA recipients, allies, protest Trump repeal
New Yorkers from all walks of life hit the streets, along with leaders, to denounce the latest decision.
Advocates push ICE to release Guatemalan immigrant
Elected officials, union members and immigrant advocates demanded the government reverse its stance on Ever Garcia Vasquez’s detainment.
FDNY, NYPD send help to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts
The city’s best first responders will be lending a hand for the rescue and relief efforts in Texas.