NYC public schools leader acknowledges that the ‘restorative justice’ discipline policy requires improvement, but will continue amidst rising police incidents.
Concerns Over NYC’s Restorative Justice Policies The principal of New York City’s public schools has acknowledged that the Department of Education’s approach to traditional discipline requires improvement. A recent report criticized the effectiveness of its “restorative justice” policy. Despite the setbacks, school leader Melissa Aviles Ramos emphasized a $100 million initiative aimed at adopting a […]
NYC overlooks a large number of ICE holds issued by Trump’s DHS — Bondi responds
DHS Claims NYC Sanctuary Policies Impact Law Enforcement The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has stated that most of the 6,000 detainees referred by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to New York City’s sanctuary cities are being ignored. These detainees are supposed to allow federal agents to detain illegal immigrants, minimizing risks associated with […]
Part of NYC building measuring 175 feet wide crashes onto street, injuring 2 girls according to officials
A 175-foot building on Queens’ Jericho Turnpike collapsed into the street. This incident caused injuries to a pedestrian and two young girls sitting in a parked car, according to officials. The NYPD along with the city’s building department reported that the balustrade wall of the plaza furniture store, located near 245th Street in Bellerose, partially […]
NYC schools approve phone ban policy for the next school year
New York City Schools to Ban Electronic Devices Starting this fall, students in New York City are going to be prohibited from using mobile phones, tablets, and smartwatches during the school day. Approximately 1,600 public schools will each decide how to implement these new policies, which were approved by a city panel with a 14-1 […]
Teen attacked by a group in an upscale NYC apartment building with units starting at $7,000
Teen Slashed in Upper West Side Attack A 16-year-old was attacked on a staircase in a high-rise building on the Upper West Side Wednesday night. Authorities report that the incident involved a group of four assailants. The knife attack occurred at Waterline Square around 10:45 PM. This upscale residential area features one-bedroom units with rents […]
Curtis Sliwa meets with NYC business leaders as mayoral race intensifies.
GOP NYC Mayoral Candidate Curtis Sliwa Draws Business Attention The business sector is cautiously considering GOP mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa, but will they be willing to contribute financially? After my column on Sliwa’s noticeable lead in polls, it turned out that the NYC Partnership was set to meet with him and the Guardian Angels’ founders […]
NYC Comptroller Brad Lander unexpectedly claims Mayor Adams is linked to ‘Epstein files,’ provoking a strong reaction from City Hall
Mayor Brad Lander expressed surprise about Mayor Eric Adams being mentioned in government documents linked to the notorious Jeffrey Epstein. During a NY1 interview on Wednesday evening, Lander made an unfounded remark concerning the situation at federal plazas. He highlighted Adams’s unusual engagement in the conversation, especially regarding his previous silence on criticizing President Trump, […]
Gentle discipline policy aimed at restorative justice fails in NYC public schools
Concerns Rise Over NYC’s School Discipline Changes The New York City Department of Education’s initiative to implement $100 million in “repair justice” instead of strict school discipline has been met with alarming results. This year, reports of violent incidents have surged, doubling to around 4,200, while chronic absenteeism has climbed to a staggering 35%. These […]
Taylor Rooks ties the knot at a glamorous NYC celebration
Taylor Lukes Ties the Knot in Star-Studded Ceremony Recently, broadcasting personality Taylor Lukes celebrated her marriage in a ceremony held in New York, attended by many renowned figures from the sports world. Details about the wedding and Lukes’ husband are sparse, but she did share a glimpse of the occasion on her Instagram, simply stating, […]
Michael Rapaport criticizes NYC mayoral candidate Mamdani, calling him ‘Zohran the Moron’
During a recent podcast, comedian Michael Rappaport, who’s based in New York City, coined a new nickname for democratic socialist mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani, calling him “Zoran the Fool.” He humorously insisted that he wouldn’t abandon the city even if Mamdani becomes mayor. Rappaport remarked, “I’ve heard many say that if Zoran wins, they’ll leave […]