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Politics
Five projects that would change NYC
A group of urban planning projects that will give New Yorkers fun amenities is in the early stages.
City approves bill to install school emergency alert alarms
A bill passed by the City Council mandates that certain schools install alarms to prevent another tragedy like Avonte Oquendo from happening again.
Cuomo announces statewide LGBT data collection initiative
The state will work to ensure that it is providing the best services for its LGBT members by making sure it has the most real time information.
MediaMath signs lease at 4 World Trade Center
The first open tower at the World Trade Center just snagged another tenant.
Law would require vets to write prescriptions for pets
A bill proposed by two U.S. Senators could save pet owners millions on medications for their furry members.
Mayor announces new investments for Downtown Brooklyn
Downtown Brooklyn’s transformation enters phase two.
De Blasio applauds city’s TV industry for Emmy noms
The city’s booming TV productions scored 107 nominations during this year’s award season.
Brooklyn DA’s office to stop prosecuting first time pot arrests
The Brooklyn DA’s decision will have ripple effects for the city’s drug laws.
Binge drinking targeted in new city campaign
The city’s latest efforts to promote safe drinking will focus on how bingeing affects New Yorkers as a whole.
Push to get tourists to venture into NYC neighborhoods pays off
The city’s Neighborhood x Neighborhood campaign not only works but it’s creating huge boons for the outer boroughs.
City thinks outside the box to engage New Yorkers on social media
The city’s various agencies are taking to social media and they say their hard work is paying off.
Big soda ban is thrown out by NYS’s highest court
The city’s fight to keep soda ban fizzled for the final time.
Spike Lee, Brooklyn leaders announce party to celebrate ‘Do the Right Thing’ anniversary
The Brooklyn director’s hit will be coming home for a big bash.
Rent Guidelines Board votes for 1% hike on one-year leases
The city’s rent stabilized apartments will not see a rent freeze despite calls from tenants and the mayor.
Joe Bruno reflects on decade as city’s OEM commissioner
The outgoing emergency management chief said he’s proud of the progress the agency made during some trying times.
Schumer and Boxer settle Stanley Cup bet
Sen. Charles Schumer is a man of his word when it comes to bets on the Rangers.
Student loan debt crisis hits New Yorkers hard
New York may have some of the best college and graduate programs in the nation, but students who attend those schools suffer long term challenges. Experts say this problem is getting worse and will destroy the quality of life for the entire city.
Clinton book tour a key start to possible White House run: Expert
If Hillary Clinton were to take another shot at the White House, her book tour is a good way to start get her message out there, according to a political strategist.
Transporation advocates push for lower speed limit
The lock is ticking for the state to consider a bill that would lower the speed limit and advocates say Albany shouldn’t hesitate.