Thousands in NYC Left Without Heat, Tenants Criticize Mayor Zohran Mamdani
Heat and Hot Water Crisis in New York City In January, many residents of New York City reported severe issues with heating and hot water, particularly affecting both private and public housing tenants. A significant number of complaints has led some voices to criticize Mayor Zoran Mamdani for his lack of response to the situation, […]
Holocaust survivor turned away from speaking to NYC middle school students about the Israel-Gaza conflict finally delivers a talk — receives no apology
Holocaust Survivor Addresses Students After Controversy A Holocaust survivor who was previously denied the chance to speak to middle schoolers in Brooklyn due to ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts finally addressed students on Thursday, though without any acknowledgment of the earlier disrespect he faced. At 85, Sami Steigman had his presentation at MS447 canceled by principal […]
NYC Council speaker calls for investigation of health department’s ‘global oppression working group’ regarding taxpayer funding use
Investigation Into Health Ministry’s Task Force Requested City Council President Julie Menin has called for an inquiry into the Health Ministry’s Global Suppression Task Force, which is led by Mayor Zoran Mamdani. She is questioning whether taxpayer money has been misused in this endeavor. Menin, a Democrat from Manhattan, expressed concern, stating, “Health care professionals […]
Senate investigates Mamdani’s orders against Israel, warns of cutting federal funds to NYC
Senate Investigates NYC Mayor Over Anti-Semitism Orders WASHINGTON – A Senate committee has started looking into New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s administration, expressing serious concerns regarding the reversal of executive orders aimed at combating anti-Semitism and the boycott of Israel. Bill Cassidy, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, sent Mamdani […]
CitiBike stations in NYC remain covered in snow, with 83% out of service
City Bikes Struggle After Winter Storm Ridership for the city’s bike-share service has dropped significantly following the heavy snowfall from winter storm Fern, which left New York City buried under a foot of snow. Most bike stations remain non-operational even over a week later. Emily Oberlin, a daily cyclist commuting from Grand Central Terminal to […]
NYC Council Speaker promises outdoor dining plan will return for the whole year
Year-Round Outdoor Dining Returns to NYC There’s a renewed sense of optimism for New York City’s dining scene. City Council President Julie Menin announced on Wednesday plans to revive outdoor dining year-round, a program that many restaurants had abandoned in 2025 largely due to high costs and the complex approval process. “This is significant. We […]
Hochul discloses the amount she spent on NYC congestion pricing tolls last year.
Gov. Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Payments Revealed ALBANY – Governor Cathy Hochul’s office disclosed on Wednesday how much it has been contributing to New York City’s congestion pricing after inquiries from the Post regarding its agreement with the MTA. According to an announcement from her office, the state police collected about $1,019 in congestion fees for […]
NYC health department employees start a group claiming Israel is committing genocide
New York City Health Department’s Controversial Meeting Officials from New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s health department have formed a “working group” aimed at condemning Israel’s actions, according to a report. The Global Repression and Public Health Task Force convened for its inaugural meeting on Tuesday afternoon, with participants either at the department’s Long Island […]
Death count from outdoor incidents in NYC reaches 17 as Arctic cold is anticipated this weekend
Mayor Reports Increase in Cold-Related Deaths Mayor Zoran Mamdani revealed on Wednesday that yet another New Yorker was found deceased in the severe cold, raising the total number of deaths linked to the extreme temperatures to 17. During his announcement at a NYCHA building in Far Rockaway, Queens, he also disclosed a $38 million plan […]
Antisemitic hate crimes rise in NYC as other offenses reach all-time lows
According to police data released on Tuesday, anti-Semitic incidents in New York City surged in January, nearly tripling amidst a backdrop of record low crime rates in other categories. Specifically, hate crimes targeting Jewish people rose by 182%, with 31 incidents reported in January 2025 compared to just 11 in January 2024. The overall number […]