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Politics
Gay pride parade organizers welcome Catholic League’s intent to march
The Catholic League continues to fight to have its views presented, but LGBT groups say they are OK with the conservative group voicing their opinion at the gay pride parade.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade marches on despite LGBT controversy
The City Council’s decision not to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade could cause a domino that will change the way LGBT members are represented in the parade, according to activists.
Noise is city’s all-time top 311 complaint
For the last 11 years the city dealt with numerous complaints and problems through its 311 system and new technology will make that data more transparent for New Yorkers.
President Obama makes surprise visit to midtown Gap
The president gave the entire staff of a Midtown Gap an afternoon shock when he showed up to by clothes for his family.
Ivan Pereira on the Debrief with David Ushery
Ivan Pereira discusses his articles on the City Council’s decision not to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade and Build it Back delays.
City Planning approves Domino redevelopment plan
The plan to turn the former Domino Sugar factory into Williamsburg’s newest hot spot passed another hurdle.
City reaches deal to bring more affordable housing to Domino site
The development project at the old Domino sugar factory will now include more affordable units.
No end in sight to city’s pothole problem
The rough winter will make the city’s roads tough to navigate according to experts and there is no end in sight to the bumpy roads.
City Council expands sick leave to include more small businesses
The city’s paid sick leave bill just got a whole lot bigger, and provides some leniency for mom and pop stores.
Marvel inks deal with state to film Netflix shows in Big Apple
The Marvel superheroes are coming back home and bringing thousands of new jobs to the Big Apple.
City Council members back decision to skip St. Pat’s parade
For the first time ever, the City Council won’t be marching as a group in this year’s St. Patrick’s Day parade to stand for LGBT rights.
De Blasio asks for patience as Sandy victims demand faster rebuilding effort
Sandy victims say time is running out to help save their homes, but the mayor says careful attention is needed to make sure repairs go smoothly.
De Blasio defends his security detail’s driving
The mayor went on the defensive after his drivers were caught going past stop signs.
Central Park advocates battle skyscrapers over shadows
Residents and parkgoers fear new buildings may put the iconic space too much in the dark.
Al Roker bashes mayor’s school decision on Twitter
The NBC weatherman wasn’t happy with the city’s decision to keep schools open during a major snowstorm.
More New Yorkers side with Cuomo on Pre-K plan: Poll
The governor edges out the mayor when it comes to Pre-K, according to a new poll.
Fork at center of de Blasio controversy goes up for auction
The fork that made headlines around the world will be used to help a Staten Island based charity.
De Blasio joins Bloomberg’s gun control coalition
Bill de Blasio is now a member of Bloomberg’s “Mayor’s Against Illegal Guns.”
Schumer, Oquendo family push for alert program for autistic kids
The tragedy of the disappearance and death of an autistic boy prompted elected officials to come up with new ways to make sure they don’t fall through the cracks.