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Comptroller wants more college counselors in city schools
John Liu wants the Dept. of Ed to refocus their budget on college preparedness.
Aurora survivor joins mayor in call to stop gun violence
One of the survivors of this summer’s mass shooting incident teamed up with the mayor to give the presidential candidates a strong message.
Lawsuits, legal payouts against cops on the rise
The number of lawsuits against the city could cause a huge problem, according to experts.
Attorney admits to stealing $10M from clients: DA
A Manhattan lawyer thought he could steal from his clients for restaurants, strippers and other gifts and get away with it by fleeing to Asia.
N.Y. Attorney General sues JPMorgan for 2008 loan debacle
Even though Bear Stearns is now defunct, Eric Schneiderman says it still needs to answer for its alleged misdeeds during the financial crisis.
Mayor hosts tech summit to help boost city’s future industries
A who’s who of tech experts convened to come up with ways to make New York a power house for new companies.
Independent brewery industry sees huge growth in NY
They’re more fresh and becoming more popular, but the one great thing about New York brewed beer is its impact on the city’s economy.
Protesters call for city to pass ‘stop and frisk’ reform
Hundreds of New Yorkers want the City Council to pass a set of laws that would make the NYPD more transparent.
Hudson River Park mulls banning smoking in green space
To smoke or not to smoke in Hudson River Park? That is the question.
S.I. Borough President called Lady Gaga a ‘slut’
James Molinaro is under fire for his choice words against the pop star.
Anti-jihad posters tagged with ‘racist’ stickers
A series of controversial subway ads have become the target for vandals.
New York is going to start putting QR codes on city permits
The city is taking a 21st Century approach to be more transparent with its permits.
Brooklyn Nets add to borough’s rich sports history
The arrival of a NBA team to Brooklyn will end a 55-year sports drought in the borough.
Barclays center expected to have huge opening despite polarizing boro
The new arena is going to change Brooklyn, but leaders and residents differ on whether this is a good thing.
NHL Lockout to cost city $3.2 million per game
Without Rangers, Islanders and Devils games, New York City’s economy is going to suffer.
Final phase of construction of West Side Highline begins
When the highline park is finished, it will stretch more than 1.4 miles.
City helps pedestrians watch the road with new campaign
The city is taking bold steps to prevent pedestrian accidents.
Gay rights groups toast Chick-fil-A for apparent change of heart
The fast food chain may have changed its stance on support groups opposed to gay marriage.
Clint Eastwood opens up about his empty chair monologue
After creating a lot of controversy and confusion over his speech at the RNC, the Hollywood icon is setting the record straight.