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NYC comptroller calls for city pensions to withdraw $42bn mandate from BlackRock

NYC comptroller calls for city pensions to withdraw $42bn mandate from BlackRock

NYC Finance Official Calls for Divestment from BlackRock New York City’s finance chief has urged three of the city’s largest pension funds to cut ties with BlackRock, which manages over $42 billion, in an effort to leverage their market power to combat climate change. City Auditor Brad Lander highlighted on Wednesday that BlackRock, along with […]

City Council pressures Mamdani for an unjustified salary increase

City Council pressures Mamdani for an unjustified salary increase

A recent attempt by the City Council to boost their salaries didn’t succeed due to strict wording in the city charter. So, they’ve shifted gears to a Plan B, which might not bode well for the new mayor during his initial days in office. City Councilwoman Nantasha Williams (D-Queens) expressed her desire for a vote […]

City council member addresses violent mob assault in Queens

City council member addresses violent mob assault in Queens

Queens District Sees Mob Violence, Council Member Speaks Out New York City Council member Vicki Palladino addressed a disturbing incident that took place in her Queens district over the weekend. During this event, a mob left a couple injured and set a car on fire. Palladino described the situation on “Fox & Friends,” asserting it […]

Mayor Eric Adams visits New York City synagogue attacked by hateful protesters

Mayor Eric Adams visits New York City synagogue attacked by hateful protesters

Mayor Adams Addresses Anti-Semitic Protests in Manhattan On Monday, Mayor Eric Adams visited a historic synagogue in Manhattan that had been targeted by anti-Israel demonstrators, promising to stand firm against hate. Returning to New York City after a nine-day trip abroad, he made his first stop at Park East Synagogue on the Upper East Side. […]

Mamdani, the new mayor of NYC, promises to uphold the sanctuary city status.

Mamdani, the new mayor of NYC, promises to uphold the sanctuary city status.

New York City’s Mayor-elect Stands Firm on Immigrant Sanctuary Status New York City’s soon-to-be mayor, Zoran Mamdani, made a strong vow on Sunday to uphold the city’s reputation as a sanctuary for immigrants. This declaration followed a cordial meeting with President Donald Trump earlier in the week at the White House. During a speech at […]

New ‘NYC Noise’ app lets New Yorkers report loud noises throughout the city

New 'NYC Noise' app lets New Yorkers report loud noises throughout the city

Introducing the NYC Noise App Residents of New York City who are tired of the constant noise can now take control with the newly launched NYC Noise app. Developed by the Department of Environmental Protection, this app empowers locals to monitor excessive noise in their neighborhoods. Available for free starting Monday morning, the app lets […]