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Understanding Joint Custody and School Authorization Rights

Joint custody is a common arrangement for separated or divorced parents, allowing them to share responsibility for their child’s upbringing. When both parents have 50/50 joint custody, the child typically spends equal time with each parent, and both parents share in the decision-making regarding education, healthcare, and other important aspects of the child’s life. However, situations can arise where additional permissions are required to facilitate everyday tasks, like accessing schoolwork. Below, we’ll explore how this plays out, especially when one parent has authorization to grant access to their spouse to assist with the child’s homework and classwork, even while the child is with the biological father.

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Did Progressive Political Issues Lead to Harris’s Loss?

In the wake of a hard-fought presidential race that resulted in Kamala Harris's loss, many political analysts are reflecting on the potential role of progressive politics in shifting voter sentiments. As Democrats increasingly align with progressive positions, Republicans have gained traction among moderate voters, even in traditionally Democratic strongholds like New York City. This trend has left many Democrats questioning whether the party’s close association with progressive stances on issues like immigration and gender identity in sports may be alienating crucial segments of the electorate.

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NY Prop 1: Abortion Rights & Gender in Sports on the Ballot

On November 5, 2024, Election Day, New Yorkers will vote on Proposition 1, also known as the Equal Protection of Law Amendment. This measure proposes adding specific protections for reproductive rights, including abortion and contraception access, as well as anti-discrimination protections related to gender, sex, and reproductive healthcare. There are two major components of Proposition 1 that are most controversial, abortion rights and gender identity in sports. Supporters view Proposition 1 as a critical step to ensure these rights, while opponents warn it could have far-reaching consequences. Here’s how Proposition 1 could impact abortion rights and gender inclusion in sports.

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Unlock NYC’s Digital Market: Targeted Media That Works

It’s not enough to just broadcast your message these days—you need to place it right where your audience is. Targeted media placement is the key to reaching New Yorkers, whether they're on the subway or scrolling through their phones. But how does it work? Let’s break it down, NYC-style.

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NYC Launches E-Bike Trade-In Program to Boost Safety

Safer Streets, Safer Riders
In a groundbreaking move, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced final rules for the city’s first-ever municipal trade-in program for unsafe e-bikes and electric-powered mobility devices. The initiative is aimed at food delivery workers, offering them the chance to exchange uncertified e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries for high-quality, certified versions — for free. This program is part of the city’s “Charge Safe, Ride Safe” campaign, designed to reduce the risk of deadly e-bike fires and improve street safety.

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CUNY Welcomes Voters to 14 Campuses for Early Voting and Election Day

The City University of New York (CUNY) is once again opening its doors to New Yorkers, offering 14 campuses as polling sites for both early voting and Election Day. From October 26 to November 3, 10 campuses across the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens will host early voting locations, with six campuses ready to serve voters on Election Day, November 5.

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NYC Newswire Launches to Amplify NYC Stories

NYC Newswire has officially launched, offering businesses, nonprofits, and major corporations a platform to share their stories across New York City and beyond. This unique service is designed to bring visibility to a wide range of organizations by allowing them to easily publish press releases and announcements that can be locally targeted while reaching a global audience through integration with Google News.

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NY Pushes to Expand Medicare Savings Program

Governor Kathy Hochul's recent announcement marks a significant milestone: nearly one million New Yorkers are now benefiting from the state-administered Medicare Savings Program (MSP). This groundbreaking initiative, aimed at alleviating healthcare costs for older adults, could save eligible New Yorkers an estimated $7,400 annually. As Medicare open enrollment kicks off tomorrow, Hochul urges more residents to explore their eligibility for these life-changing savings.

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Bronx Invests $6M in New Opioid Recovery Center

The Bronx is making a crucial move in addressing the ongoing opioid epidemic with the announcement of a $6 million allocation to build a full-service Recovery Center. This long-awaited initiative, announced by Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson alongside New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Assembly Member Amanda Septimo, is a response to the borough’s devastating opioid crisis. The Recovery Center will be located at Lincoln Hospital, one of the primary healthcare institutions in the area, and promises to triple the number of patients receiving treatment for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).