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">NYC Green Card Holders' Free Speech at Risk
- Politics
- 17 hours ago
The recent arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a lawful permanent resident and Columbia University graduate student, has ignited concerns among New York’s immigrant communities regarding the boundaries of free speech and the security of green card status. Khalil, known for his leadership in pro-Palestinian protests on campus, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on March 8, 2025, under allegations of activities aligned with Hamas.
- Politics
- 17 hours ago
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">NYC Housing Lottery: 326 Rockaway Avenue
- Development
- 1 week ago
The NYC Housing Connect Housing Lottery is now accepting applications for 326 Rockaway Avenue Apartments, a newly constructed residential building in Brownsville, Brooklyn. This development includes 85 affordable housing units available to the general public and 130 units reserved for formerly homeless individuals referred by city agencies.
The deadline to apply is May 5, 2025, and there are no fees to apply. All amenities and utilities are included in the rent.
- Development
- 1 week ago
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">Independent Review Recommends Dismissal of Eric Adams Case
- Politics
- 1 week ago
A legal expert brought in to independently assess the corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams is advising a federal judge to dismiss the case in a way that prevents future prosecution.
- Politics
- 1 week ago
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">Barnes & Noble Workers in NYC Secure Historic Union Contracts
- Business
- 1 week ago
News Provided By: RWDSU
- Business
- 1 week ago
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">Remembering Dr. Hazel Dukes: A Life of Service and Leadership
- Politics
- 2 weeks ago
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.
- Politics
- 2 weeks ago
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">Closure of Roosevelt Hotel Asylum Seeker Center
- Politics
- 3 weeks ago
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
- Politics
- 3 weeks ago
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">Brooklyn Museum Announces Staff and Salary Cuts
- Arts & Culture
- 1 month ago
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.
- Arts & Culture
- 1 month ago
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">Charges Ordered to be Dropped Against Mayor Eric Adams
- Politics
- 1 month ago
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.
- Politics
- 1 month ago
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">NYC Offering Up To $100K Down Payment for Home Buyers
- Real Estate
- 1 month ago
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.
- Real Estate
- 1 month ago