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CUNY Earns Forbes Best Employers for Women Honor

The City University of New York has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Women in 2026, placing among the nation's top employers overall and earning a top-40 ranking in the education sector. The recognition highlights CUNY's ongoing efforts to create an inclusive workplace, expand leadership opportunities for women, and foster career growth across its campuses. The honor follows a recent Newsweek distinction recognizing CUNY among the nation's best colleges for women, reinforcing the University's commitment to advancing women in higher education.

Alafia Brooklyn Secures $217.8M for Phase III Housing

Construction is set to move ahead on the next stage of the Alafia Brooklyn redevelopment after the development team finalized more than $217 million in financing. The third phase will add 273 affordable apartments, expand public green space with a one-acre park, and continue the project's focus on environmentally sustainable design as part of the larger plan to transform the former Brooklyn Developmental Center site into a mixed-use, wellness-centered community in East New York.

The Orion Unveiled With Nearly 1,000 New Homes in Queens

A major redevelopment project is moving forward in Hunter's Point South, replacing an underused site with a new residential community that will combine affordable and market-rate housing with services designed for long-term neighborhood growth. Beyond creating nearly 1,000 apartments, the development will include childcare, job training, recreational facilities, and retail space, reflecting a broader effort to expand housing opportunities while adding resources that serve both residents and the surrounding community.

Brooklyn Assemblyman Urges DOJ to Investigate Mamdani

Brooklyn Assemblyman, Michael Novakhov, who represents New York's 45th Assembly District covering Sheepshead Bay, Midwood, Manhattan Beach, Gravesend, and Brighton Beach, has called on the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate New York City, New York State, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani over alleged civil rights violations affecting Jewish New Yorkers. The request asks federal officials to review a series of allegations related to public safety, anti-Semitic hate crimes, government actions, and civil rights protections, while noting that the claims are being submitted for federal review and have not been adjudicated.

Kota the Friend Releases Just Happy To Be Here

Independent artist Kota the Friend has released his new album, Just Happy To Be Here, a 10-track project featuring Loony and Lisa Chiodo with production from Eeryskies, Powers Pleasant, ORIGAMI, Aja Grant, MAX HE, Bobby Wooten, and Pat Finnerty. The album arrives as part of New Music Friday while Kota continues his nationwide Just Happy To Be Here Tour.

Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas' Statement on NYC Stabbings

Official Statement from Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas on the Two Recent Manhattan Stabbings