NYC Council Declares Nov. 30 ‘Shirley Chisholm Day’ to Honor Trailblazing Politician

NYC Council Declares Nov. 30 ‘Shirley Chisholm Day’ to Honor Trailblazing Politician

By Giulia Heyward, Gothamist |Editorial credit: Stefano Chiacchiarini ’74 / shutterstock.com Listen to an interview with Barbara Bullard, President & CEO of the Shirley Chisholm Cultural Institute (SSCI) speaking about Shirley Chisholm Day in NYC. New Yorkers will now commemorate the life of Shirley Chisholm — the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first […]

Real Estate Negotiating Strategies for Securing a Restaurant and Bar Location in NYC for a Family Member

Real Estate Negotiating Strategies for Securing a Restaurant and Bar Location in NYC for a Family Member

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Negotiating for real estate in New York City, especially for a high-demand purpose like a restaurant and bar, requires a strategic approach tailored to the competitive and dynamic market. Representing a family member adds another layer of responsibility and care, as their financial and emotional investment is at stake. This analysis […]

Call for DOE to Develop Curriculum on Religious Diversity

Call for DOE to Develop Curriculum on Religious Diversity

Photo credit:  ESB Professional / shutterstock.com  Resolution 95, sponsored by Council Member Shahana Hanif, would call upon the New York City Department of Education to consult with faith-based organizations to develop and provide all grade levels with a curriculum that focuses on religious diversity. The resolution also calls for providing professional development focused on religious […]

Attorney General James Urges Veterans and Service Members to File Claims to Receive Refunds from Harris Jewelry Settlement

Attorney General James Urges Veterans and Service Members to File Claims to Receive Refunds from Harris Jewelry Settlement

Editorial credit: Ben Von Klemperer / shutterstock.com Federal Court Orders Harris Jewelry to Reopen Portal for Defrauded Consumers to File Claims for Refunds; Portal Will Close on December 21st NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today urged service members and veterans who were deceived by Harris Jewelry to file claims to receive refunds […]

This Map Can Help You Find Out if Your Home has Lead Pipes

This Map Can Help You Find Out if Your Home has Lead Pipes

By Mariana Simões, CITY LIMITS |Editorial Credit: Drew Rawcliffe / Shutterstock.com New York City has over 124,000 buildings with lead pipes, city data analyzed by the New York League of Conservation Voters shows. Here’s how you can look up your address. A screenshot of the New York League of Conservation Voters’ new map, displaying homes believed […]

Brooklyn Diocese Demotes Monsignor who Sent Millions to Adams Advisor

Brooklyn Diocese Demotes Monsignor who Sent Millions to Adams Advisor

By Katie Honan, THE CITY | Photo Courtesy: THE CITY Msgr. Jamie Gigantiello bumped from running Williamsburg parish following probe on cash transfers to firms of ex-City Hall chief of staff Frank Carone. A scandalous Sabrina Carpenter video shoot didn’t help. A top monsignor in Brooklyn has been relieved of administrative duties at a Williamsburg parish […]

Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers of Health Insurance Scams During Open Enrollment for Affordable Care Act Plans

Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers of Health Insurance Scams During Open Enrollment for Affordable Care Act Plans

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert warning New Yorkers about common health insurance scams as open enrollment begins for insurance plans through New York’s Affordable Care Act marketplace. New Yorkers have until December 15, 2024, to enroll through the New York State of Health marketplace for health […]

Attorney General James Announces Takedown of Drug and Gun Trafficking Operation that Sold Fentanyl and Cocaine in Brooklyn

Attorney General James Announces Takedown of Drug and Gun Trafficking Operation that Sold Fentanyl and Cocaine in Brooklyn

Photos Courtesy of Attorney General’s Office  AG’s Investigation Seized More Than 5,000 Counterfeit Oxycodone Pills Containing Fentanyl and More Than One Kilogram of Cocaine. Second Indictment Charged One Defendant for March 2024 Shooting in Brooklyn NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the arrests and indictments of eight individuals for their […]

Mayor Eric Adams and Elected Officials Have Failed NYCHA Residents – Is It Time to Fire Them?

Mayor Eric Adams and Elected Officials Have Failed NYCHA Residents – Is It Time to Fire Them?

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: a katz / shutterstock.com  This analysis explores critical topics affecting NYCHA housing and its residents. It begins by distinguishing between two federal housing programs—Section 8 and Section 9 (traditional public housing)—before diving into actionable guidance for residents. 1.Introduction The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) stands as the […]