by:Jay L. Zagorsky | theconversation.com | Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com With the indictment on Oct. 9, 2025, of New York Attorney General – and longtime Donald Trump adversary – Letitia James on two criminal counts related to loans for a home purchase, mortgage fraud is back in the news. Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve governor, is also being […]
By Janet Howard New York City faces an unprecedented housing crisis. With more than half of renters and 45% of homeowners considered ‘housing-burdened,’ the Yes on Affordable Housing campaign urges voters to approve Propositions 2, 3, 4, and 5 this November 4. These ballot measures aim to cut red tape, modernize outdated processes, and speed […]
by Alex Zimmerman, Chalkbeat | thecity.nyc | Editorial credit: Brian Jason / Shutterstock.com This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. The Trump administration is canceling millions of dollars in magnet school grant funding after New York City officials missed a Tuesday deadline to overhaul their policies regarding transgender students. At stake is $36 million […]
By:Aaron Reichlin-Melnick |americanimmigrationcouncil.org With weeks of failed negotiations, Congress has less than 12 hours to avert a possible government shutdown. Should government funding lapse on October 1 without a deal, the impact will be felt differently across the government agencies that play a role in the immigration system. Democratic members of the Senate have rejected […]
In a world filled with deadlines, stress, and frustration, it’s easy to forget a simple yet profound truth: work is a gift from God. When the demands of life feel heavy and the daily grind wears us down, it helps to remember that from the very beginning, work was part of God’s perfect design. Work […]
By:civilrights.org WASHINGTON — Maya Wiley, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, issued the following statement after the government shutdown: “This government shut down as the debate about whether or not hard-working people and families in the US deserve to be able to see a doctor, get hospital services, and […]
When financial pressure becomes overwhelming, filing for bankruptcy may seem like the only way out. But before you try to handle the process yourself, it’s important to understand that bankruptcy law is complex and unforgiving of mistakes. While “DIY bankruptcy” might appear to save you money upfront, it can cost you much more in the […]
Running a business comes with endless responsibilities — from managing daily operations to planning for future growth. However, one area that’s often overlooked until a problem arises is legal protection. That’s where a corporate lawyer becomes an invaluable asset. Whether you’re a small startup or a growing enterprise, having the right legal guidance can protect […]
By: Perry Perlmutter | citylimits.org “The next mayor will undoubtedly hear plenty from the business community about their priorities. But New York’s homeless population deserves a voice in City Hall that’s just as loud and just as urgent.” New York’s most powerful and influential business leaders are eager to get their priorities heard by the […]
By Emerald Green | Editorial credit: Debby Wong / Shutterstock.com The sudden dismissal of Sandy Brondello, just one year after guiding the New York Liberty to their first-ever WNBA Championship, has sent shockwaves through the basketball world. What seemed like the beginning of a dynasty quickly turned into a franchise-defining controversy after the Liberty’s early […]