New York will be taking a stand against online bullying and elected officials say it will go a long way for the state’s kids.
Author: Ivan Pereira
Senate kills governor’s pot decriminalization bill
Andrew Cuomo’s plans to modernize state’s drug laws failed in the legislative session, but he says he’s not done yet.
Alec Baldwin allegedly slugs photog outside marriage bureau
The “30 Rock” actor is in hot water following an alleged scuffle between him and the press.
City health plans lead to longer life: Study
A European medical journal is touting the mayor’s initiatives as the main factor to an increase in life expectancy in New York City.
Marine rescuers search for West Side dolphin
A runaway dolphin caused quite a stir on the West Side.
Walcott calls out UFT’s case against perv teach bill
The School’s Chancellor is using several examples to show why he needs to have final say on teacher firings.
Prez visits Ground Zero, signs final WTC beam
Barack Obama gathered with the tri-state area’s elected officials for a historic moment at Ground Zero.
City’s political-dads tell us their best Father’s Day memories
A who’s who of elected officials share their fondest memories of their children.
City finally shows off future of Willets Point
After years of delays and planning, the mayor showed off the plans to redevelop the Iron Triangle.
New Yorkers OK with pot law change, split on NYPD: Poll
A new poll shows what city residents really think about the latest political events.
City bill looks to create NYPD inspector general
Two of the NYPD’s critics have come up with a plan to give it more oversight.
Bloomy challenges nation’s mayors to make a better city
The mayor has thrown down a $9 million gauntlet to his counterparts to improve urban life.
Soda ban splits New York’s sexes, boroughs: Poll
A new poll shows Gothamites are divided over the soda ban.
Mayoral hopefuls debate NYC biz diversity strategies
The people who aim to take Mike Bloomberg’s seat faced off for the first time.
Brooklyn leads city in gentrification: Study
A new study shows several areas in Brooklyn are gaining white residents.
Dept. of Health OKs soda ban, schedules public hearing
Anyone who wants to give their say against the city’s proposed soda ban now has a forum after the Dept. of Health approved it.
More high school students graduating on time: Mayor
The mayor is touting a high number of city high school graduates this year, but the UFT says the devil’s in the numbers.
MTA, Union, straphangers bash platform jumpers
New Yorkers aren’t too amused with the latest viral subway stunt.
City’s income inequality gap double the U.S. average: Liu
John Liu says the city’s top earners are taking too much of the city’s income.
Councilman Williams heads to Washington to talk “stop and frisk”
A group of city leaders who aren’t too happy with the NYPD’s tactics made their case in Washington D.C.