NYC Mayor Eric Adams today announced the appointment of a Charter Revision Commission (CRC), under chair Carlo Scissura, president and CEO of the New York Building Congress.
Continue readingReps. Espaillat And García Urge Temporary Protected Status (TPS) For Ecuadorians
Last week, Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04) led a press conference at the U.S. Capitol to urge temporary protected status (TPS) for Ecuadorian immigrants currently residing in the United States.
Continue readingSenate Majority To Pass Legislation To Keep New Yorkers Safe From Lithium-Ion Battery Hazards
Today, the Senate Democratic Majority will pass a comprehensive legislative package aimed at enhancing safety standards for lithium-ion batteries.
Continue readingHarlem Representative Adriano Espaillat Welcomes HUD Acting Secretary To District
Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat welcomed the Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Adrianne Todman.
Continue readingMayor Adams Over 12,000 Families Served With Expanded Maternal And Infant Health Services
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan today made an announcement.
Continue readingThe Mayors Op-Ed: Spring Jobs Spring Will Lead To A Summer of Opportunity
New York City is in the middle of an economic boom, breaking record after record when it comes to creating jobs and opportunity.
Continue readingNY Senator’s Op-Ed: Your Concerns Are Mine, Policy And Legislation Are My Misson
By Senator Cordell Cleare
As we continue to highlight our One Harlem unifying theme as a lifestyle, I am very pleased with the actualization of this in efforts like our 3rd Annual Eid celebration.
Continue readingInner-City Scholarship Fund Celebrates Graduating Students And Sponsors
On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, the Inner-City Scholarship Fund hosted a celebration for 54 Catholic high school students who have been supported through scholarships from Harlem to Hollis.
Continue readingMayor Adams Appoints Jean-Claude Lebec As Director Of Risk Management And Compliance
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that he has appointed long-time New York City civil servant Jean-Claude LeBec as director of the Mayor’s Office of Risk Management and Compliance (MORMC).
Continue readingAssemblywoman’s Op-Ed: To Protect Our Children, Let’s Maintain Current Vaccination Schedules
By: The Honorable New York State Assemblywoman Inez E. Dickens
Since the inception of my political career 34 years ago, advocating for public health has been at the forefront of my agenda – just like it was for my late father, Harlem businessman and New York State Assemblyman Lloyd E. Dickens.
Continue readingMayor Adams Launches Pilot To Tackle Retail Theft, Boost Efficiency, Enhance Police-Community Ties With Tech
NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Philip Banks III, and NYC Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward A. Caban today announced the launch of a pilot program utilizing technology to protect public safety.
Continue readingCORE Announces New Commissioners and Drafts NYC Community Equity Priorities
Today, the New York City Commission on Racial Equity (CORE) unveiled the appointment of 11 out of 14 inaugural commissioners, bringing together a variety of experienced civil servants and new voices to champion racial equity and social justice.
Continue readingMayor Adams Shuts 75 Illegal Smoke And Cannabis Shops, Issues $6M Penalties
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the results of week one of “Operation Padlock to Protect”.
Continue readingNew York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe) Partners With Olympian Elizabeth Beisel To Boost Summer Donations
In a bid to bolster blood donations during the challenging summer months, New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe) has forged an exciting collaboration with three-time Olympian and World Champion Elizabeth Beisel.
Continue readingMayor Adams Fertilizes Young Minds With Composting Rollout In NYC Public Schools
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Department of Education (DOE) Chancellor David C. Banks.
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