Two NYC labor unions overlook Zohran Mamdani supporter for City Council speaker, endorse Julie Menin
New York City Council President Candidate Gains Union Support The leading candidate for New York City Council president received new backing from unions on Monday, which indicates a potential strategy to counter Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani. Julie Menin, a Democrat representing Manhattan’s Upper East Side, identifies as Jewish and aligns with a moderate pro-Israel stance. This […]
Trump Administration Dismisses 8 Immigration Judges in New York City
On Monday, the Trump administration reportedly dismissed eight immigration judges in New York City as part of a broader initiative aimed at accelerating the deportation of undocumented immigrants. All eight judges were from the 26 Federal Plaza office, which is one of three federal immigration courts in New York City. Sources familiar with the situation, […]
Cynthia Erivo sports an oversized Hermès Birkin 50 in New York City
Cynthia Erivo was recently seen in New York City with a remarkably large beige Birkin bag that almost appeared to defy gravity. This isn’t just any Birkin; it was so sizable that one might wonder what exactly it held. I mean, could it be Elphaba’s iconic pointy hat? Or perhaps a spare pair—maybe even more—of […]
City council candidate promises to reside and work from a trailer near a park plagued by drug issues.
Raul Claros’ Plans for MacArthur Park Raul Claros, a candidate for the Los Angeles City Council, announced on Tuesday that if he wins, he intends to live in a mobile home near MacArthur Park. “We really need to think outside the box,” Claros shared with the Los Angeles Times. “The situation around MacArthur Park is […]
Progressive candidate wins against former governor Jim McGreevey in Jersey City mayoral election
McGreevey Falls Short in Jersey City Mayoral Runoff Just a month after Andrew Cuomo stepped away from the spotlight—having lost the New York mayoral race—another former governor, Jim McGreevey of New Jersey, found himself in a similar predicament. He ran for the mayoral position in Jersey City but also faced defeat at the hands of […]
Jim McGreevey defeated in Jersey City mayoral election by James Solomon
McGreevey Loses Jersey City Mayoral Runoff After former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s recent defeat in the mayoral race, another ex-governor sought political hope but faced a similar outcome. Jim McGreevey, who served as New Jersey’s governor, ran for mayor of Jersey City, the second-largest city in the state, but lost in the recent runoff […]
City Council candidate in LA promises to reside in a trailer at MacArthur Park
Raul Claros Plans Mobile Home Living to Address Issues in MacArthur Park Raul Claros, a candidate for the Los Angeles City Council, shared on Tuesday his intention to live and work out of a mobile home near MacArthur Park if he is elected. Claros expressed a sense of urgency, stating, “We need to do something […]
New York City sees record low shootings, safer subways, and a 20% drop in retail theft as Zohran Mamdani takes office.
Crime Rates in NYC Show Significant Declines It’s a positive landscape for New York City, and Zoran Mamdani, the incoming mayor, has some challenges ahead to maintain it. Gun violence, homicides, and shoplifting are all reported to be at record lows, which, experts say, should inform Mamdani’s approach to governance, as indicated by various analysts. […]
LEGO’s New York City architecture set is just $48 for Cyber Monday
The New York City Skyline in Lego Form New York City’s skyline is a sight that’s recognized worldwide, even by those who’ve never set foot in the city. It’s hard to miss the towering skyscrapers featured in numerous movies and TV shows, which have made the city feel almost like a character itself. Building a […]
Zohran Mamdani and Bernie Sanders support striking Starbucks employees as city agrees to $39M deal
Starbucks Workers Strike for Better Conditions in Brooklyn Frustration is palpable. Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani, alongside Senator Bernie Sanders, joined striking Starbucks employees in Brooklyn on Monday. This event followed the announcement by outgoing Mayor Eric Adams of a $39 million settlement to compensate baristas for lost wages. While on the picket line outside the Gowanus […]