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.
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Politics
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 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.
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 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.
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.
Uber, Lyft licenses capped by City Council
The city became the first municipality in the country to regulate for-hire vehicles.
Wage gap for black women highest in NYC: Report
The comptroller’s study found that despite the rise in black women in the city with college degrees they have a median pay of $41,431, compared to $74,288 for white men.
NYCHA alerts HUD it may be violating several regulations
The housing authority revealed their deficiencies go beyond lead paint.
Mayor calls for overhaul of city’s freight shipping industry
Bill de Blasio and the city’s Economic Development Corporation say the city could save millions if if shifted away from the heavy truck use for hauling goods.
Scott Stringer seeks to cap security deposits
A report released by the City Comptroller’s Office found that the poorest New Yorkers are spending thousands of dollars of their life savings just to get pay the upfront costs of their leases.
Inwood residents urge Council to vote down rezoning plan
A tense meeting at City Hall marked the first official hearing between city elected officials, city planners and uptown Manhattan residents over the proposal.
Uber, Lyft drivers need minimum pay standard: Report
A report commissioned by the city found that for hire drivers would greatly benefit with a form of minimum wage.