Politics

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.

Hoops Get a Makeover in East New York

NYC Parks, NY Liberty, and Brooklyn Nets Bring New Life to Breukelen Ballfields Courts in East New York

CUNY Faculty Demand Fair Pay: “No Business as Usual”

Thirty faculty and staff members were arrested Monday after blocking the 10th Avenue entrance during a Trustees’ hearing. Chanting “Real Raises! Job Security! Contract Now!” alongside students and labor allies, the protesters staged the blockade to pressure CUNY management for a fair offer that ensures decent pay for workers and a quality education for students.

Ajaiyeoba Whint: Advocate for Justice on Ballot in Brooklyn

Brooklyn’s legal community is buzzing with anticipation as Abayomi Ajaiyeoba Whint, a highly respected legal professional, prepares to appear on the ballot for Civil Court Judge in Kings County this November. In July 2024, she was nominated by Brooklyn District Leaders as one of three candidates selected to fill vacant Civil Court seats. Now, her name will appear on the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot.

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.

SheNYC Arts Faces Venue Challenge Amid Censorship

Seeking a new home after content restrictions at historic theater

After eight years of championing gender equity in theater, SheNYC Arts—the premier organization producing work by women, trans, and nonbinary writers—is unexpectedly being forced to find a new venue. The historic Connelly Theater, where SheNYC Arts has produced its shows, has imposed content restrictions that bar performances on reproductive rights, trans issues, and gender equity, sparking concerns about censorship in one of the world’s most culturally progressive cities.

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.

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.

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).