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Spring 2025 Excelsior Scholarship Application Now Open To New Applicants

Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) today announced the opening of the spring 2025 Excelsior Scholarship application.

New York City Marks Significant Criminal Justice Progress In 2024

Under the leadership of Director Deanna Logan, the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) achieved key public safety milestones in 2024.

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The Mayors Op-Ed: 2024, A Record Year of Delivering For New Yorkers

When I was sworn in as the 110^th mayor of New York City, I promised to “Get Stuff Done.” That has been our focus ever since coming into office, and this past year was no different.

Mayor Adams Celebrates 100th Young Adult From Foster Care Secured Housing

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) Commissioner Jess Dannhauser made an announcement today.

NY Lawmakers Celebrate Historic MENA Data Recognition Bill Signed By Hochul

Today Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas celebrated the signing of her legislation, A6219B, which would disaggregate data for Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) New Yorkers from the white category.

Senator Hoylman-Sigal Calls On Independent Schools To Adopt NYC Public School Calendar

On the eve of the holiday season, State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal, sent a letter to the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) calling on them to take a common sense approach and adopt the New York City Public School Holiday Calendar.

Mayor Adams Celebrates 65 Million NYC Visitors In 2024, Second-Highest Ever

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Tourism + Conventions President and CEO Julie Coker today announced a new end-of-year tourism forecast that shows the city’s continued strong economic growth and reputation as a global tourist destination.

Mayor’s Public Engagement Unit Expands Access To Resources Across NYC In 2024

As the year 2024 draws to a close, the NYC Mayor’s Public Engagement Unit (PEU) takes great pride in helping New Yorkers access a range of vital resources.

Harlem Rep. Espaillat Urges President Biden To Commute 40 Federal Death Row Inmates

Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat sent a letter urging President Biden to commute the sentences of the forty individuals currently in federal custody on death row.

Manhattan BP Levine Announces Bold Plan For Universal Childcare From Harlem To Hollis

Thursday, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine unveiled a comprehensive plan to revolutionize childcare in New York City, expanding access to affordable, high-quality care for all children from six weeks to five years old.

Governor Hochul Bolsters Subway Security With National Guard Deployment

In a bold move to fortify the safety of New York City's iconic subway system, Governor Kathy Hochul has orchestrated a holiday season security show of force.

Mayor Adams Has Enacted Legislation To Enhance Housing And Improve Sewer And Flood Infrastructure

New York City Mayor Eric Adams today signed several pieces of legislation to help build critically-needed housing and address infrastructure concerns regarding sewers and flood prevention.

New York City Secures $40 Million EPA Grants For New York City

New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that the city and its partners have won approximately $40 million in competitive grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2024 Clean Heavy Duty Vehicles Program.

Mayor Adams Names James Stratford Executive Director Of Young Men’s Initiative

New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the appointment of James Stratford as the executive director of the New York City Young Men’s Initiative.

EmblemHealth Helps New Yorkers Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

EmblemHealth, one of the nation's largest nonprofit health insurers, engaged in a diverse range of events across New York's from Harlem to Hollis in November.