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Remembering Dr. Hazel Dukes: A Life of Service and Leadership

The NAACP is mourning the loss of Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, a tireless advocate for civil rights and a transformative leader in New York and across the nation. Dr. Dukes served as President of the New York State Conference of the NAACP, a member of the NAACP National Board of Directors, and an active participant in the Executive Committee and various Board sub-committees. In addition to her work with the NAACP, she was the President of Hazel N. Dukes & Associates Consultant Firm and held numerous leadership positions within her New York community.

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Closure of Roosevelt Hotel Asylum Seeker Center

Adams Administration’s Asylum Seeker Management Strategies and Border Policy Advocacy Have Helped Lead to Over 7 Months of Shelter Census Decreases, Total Savings Reaching More Than $5.2 Billion Over Three Fiscal Years

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Neonific Launches Officially Licensed I LOVE NY® LED Neon Signs

PRESS RELEASE (Content Approved for Editorial Use) - Neonific Lights Up New York State with Officially Licensed "I LOVE NEW YORK" Neon Signs

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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.

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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.

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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.

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NYU Receives 14 Nominations for the 2025 Oscars

Ten NYU alumni and one adjunct faculty representing four schools were honored in performance, producing, and design categories

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Top 50 Priciest NYC Neighborhoods

New York City’s real estate market experienced notable shifts in 2024, with median sale prices rebounding by 3% year-over-year (Y-o-Y) to $748,000. While sales activity across the city stayed relatively flat, certain neighborhoods saw dramatic changes in prices and transactions. Below, we explore the top 50 most expensive neighborhoods in NYC and highlight key trends that defined the year.

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AG James Fights Order on Birthright Citizenship

Attorney General James Challenges Unconstitutional Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship