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NY Expands Free College to Adults With Prior Degrees

New York is expanding its free community college initiative to allow adults ages 25 to 55 who already have a college degree to return to SUNY or CUNY for a free associate degree in a high-demand field. Beginning with the Spring 2027 semester, eligible New Yorkers will be able to pursue programs in areas such as cybersecurity, engineering, advanced manufacturing and other growing industries without paying tuition, fees, books or required supplies. The expansion removes a previous restriction that generally limited the program to adults without a college degree. More than 15,000 adult learners have participated since the initiative launched in 2025, according to the Governor's announcement. Applications under the expanded eligibility rules are expected to open through individual SUNY and CUNY campuses over the coming months.

NYC Expands Free Child Care to 10,000 More Children

New York City will expand free child care to more than 10,000 children by beginning to move families off the city's child care voucher waitlist. The expansion is supported by $1.2 billion in state funding for New York City's child care initiatives, including $475 million designated for child care vouchers. Over the coming weeks, the Administration for Children's Services will begin inviting families on the waitlist to apply, with eligible families receiving vouchers that can cover care at a provider of their choice. The city has also updated its online child care map, allowing parents to search licensed programs and identify providers that accept vouchers. Families will be invited to apply on a rolling basis over the next several months.

ComicConnect Heads to NY Comic Con Oct. 8-11

ComicConnect and Metropolis Collectibles will bring rare comics, original comic book art and high-end collectibles to New York Comic Con, Oct. 8-11 at the Javits Center in Manhattan.

Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas Elected Brooklyn Party Chair

Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas was elected Chair of the Kings County Democratic Party and is calling for unity, expanded participation and a stronger Democratic Party focused on communities across Brooklyn.

NYC Artists Can Now Apply for Grants Up to $10,000

New York City is doubling the maximum amount available through city-funded grants for individual artists and small nonprofits, increasing awards from $5,000 to as much as $10,000 for the first time in nearly two decades. The Department of Cultural Affairs provides the funding through local partners in each borough, supporting filmmakers, musicians, dancers, writers, painters and other creative professionals. Applications are currently open in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens, while Staten Island's application cycle will begin in November. The city is also expanding support through Materials for the Arts, giving current artist grantees dedicated opportunities to obtain free supplies. Eligibility requirements and application deadlines vary by borough.

CUNY Gets $1.5M for Paid STEM Research Program

CUNY has received $1.5 million from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation to extend its Transfer to STEM Student Success program for another three years. The initiative supports students moving from CUNY community colleges into STEM bachelor's degree programs at City College, Hunter College, Lehman College and Queens College. The renewed funding is expected to provide research and professional development opportunities to 84 transfer students over the grant period. Participants who complete a full year receive $7,000 and take part in workshops, faculty-mentored summer research and a university-wide symposium. The program, launched in 2023, has already provided year-long experiences and laboratory research opportunities to more than 100 students.