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’s architectural gems shine during Archtober festival
New Yorkers will get an up close and personal look at some of the city’s gems.
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.
Over 3K marijuana warrents dismissed by Manhattan DA
Thousands of low level cases were removed from the docket by the DA’s office.
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 smoking building regulation goes into effect
The city’s apartment buildings must now have a sound policy on tobacco use in their properties.
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.
BK students spend summer restoring grave stones
The historic relics of New Yorkers got a new lease on life from the youth of today.
Immigrant leader fights deportation in appeals court
Ravi Ragbir argued that his arrest and deportation were retaliation for his outspoken criticism of the Trump administration.
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.