Politics

Brooklyn Museum Announces Staff and Salary Cuts

The Brooklyn Museum is making significant changes to its operations in response to ongoing financial pressures. As it celebrates its 200th anniversary, leadership is implementing strategic measures to ensure the institution’s long-term sustainability, including staff reductions and executive salary cuts.

Charges Ordered to be Dropped Against Mayor Eric Adams

The Department of Justice has directed federal prosecutors to drop all corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, according to an agency memo issued Monday.

Mayor Adams Reveals Plan To Position NYC As A Leader in AI

Mayor Adams is taking major steps to transform NYC into a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI). Last week, he and the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) released a report detailing their plan to integrate AI into the city's economy. This initiative will create thousands of new business and job opportunities in the region.

$475K Secured for NYC Health + Hospitals by Rita Joseph

NYC Health + Hospitals/McKinney has announced that NYC Council Member Rita Joseph has secured $475,000 in city funding to enhance security infrastructure and expand rehabilitative services. The funding will introduce telemetry remote monitoring for residents with cardiac conditions such as congestive heart failure, improving oversight and reducing unnecessary hospitalizations.

NYC Offering Up To $100K Down Payment for Home Buyers

The HomeFirst Down Payment Assistance Program is a financial aid initiative offered by the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). It helps first-time homebuyers purchase homes in any of NYC’s five boroughs by providing forgivable loans of up to $100,000. This loan can be used for a down payment or closing costs, making homeownership more accessible to low- and moderate-income families.

OpEd: Brooklyn Can Turn Congestion Pricing Into A Win

Brooklyn has always been a borough of resilience, innovation, and community. As the MTA prepares to roll out its Congestion Pricing Program in January 2025, Brooklynites are facing yet another challenge that we can transform into an opportunity. While many see this program as a way to keep people out of Manhattan, I see it as a way to draw people into Brooklyn—and keep Brooklyn residents enjoying everything our borough has to offer.

AG James Fights Order on Birthright Citizenship

Attorney General James Challenges Unconstitutional Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship

Affordable Housing Available at 150 Noll Street in Bushwick

150 Noll Street Apartments, located in the vibrant neighborhood of Bushwick, are now available through the NYC Housing Lottery program. These thoughtfully designed units offer spacious layouts with expansive windows, high-end appliances, and stylish finishes, providing a perfect blend of comfort and sophistication.

Mayor Eric Adams Official Statement on Trump Meeting

NYC Mayor Eric Adams put out an official statement explaining why he met with President Donald Trump, and he made it clear that they did not discuss a pardon, should one be needed.