Mamdani indicates that NYC will not verify immigration status for universal childcare.
New York City Mayor Addresses Immigration Status for Preschool Programs New York City’s Mayor Zoran Mamdani made it clear on Friday that children enrolled in the city’s universal preschool and 3K programs will not have their immigration status checked. “Let me make this perfectly clear: these programs are for all New Yorkers,” Mamdani stated at […]
Nurses union in NYC reduces salary demands during second week of strike
In its second week, a significant strike involving nurses is still underway. On Friday, union representatives for the New York State Nurses Association revealed they’ve lowered their pay raise request to an 18% increase for nurses on strike at three Mount Sinai hospitals. This modified request comes down from an initial demand for a 30% […]
This is when NYC will experience a severe snowstorm and the amount of snow expected.
Winter Storm Fern Approaching New York City A significant winter storm is on its way to New York City, with forecasts suggesting it could bring as much as 16 inches of snow, starting between 3 a.m. and 9 a.m. this Sunday. However, the most severe impacts are anticipated in the western and northern suburbs of […]
Judge refuses to stop NYC law mandating food delivery apps to offer customers a tipping option
A federal judge in Manhattan ruled on Friday that a New York City law requiring food delivery apps like Uber Eats and DoorDash to include a tip option at checkout will remain in effect. The ruling means the city ordinance will take effect on Monday. This new law mandates that delivery apps prompt customers for […]
Zohran Mamdani announces a $4 million initiative to establish youth health clinics in NYC.
Mayor Zoran Mamdani unveiled two new mental health clinics for the youth of New York City on Thursday, in an event where he mingled with some Democratic colleagues and rivals. Funded by a $4 million contribution from MetroPlusHealth, these clinics are designed to offer behavioral and reproductive health services to young individuals aged 16 to […]
Zohran Mamdani puts his own face on more than 2,000 kiosks in NYC while critics call him self-centered.
Controversy Surrounds Mayor Mamdani’s PSA Mayor Zoran Mamdani is already facing criticism just weeks into his term due to his presence on digital kiosks across the city. His notable TikTok-style mug has been featured on 2,220 kiosks, leading some to accuse him of self-promotion. In a public service announcement that’s running continuously, Mamdani encourages parents […]
Disturbing NYC mother accused of trapping her malnourished 14-year-old twin sons ‘wanted them to stay babies forever,’ kept them in diapers, according to neighbors and sources.
Disturbing Case of Alleged Child Abuse in the Bronx A mother in the Bronx, Lysette Soto Domenech, age 64, is accused of keeping her twin sons, now 14, confined in their home for nearly a decade. Reports suggest she wanted them to stay babies forever, enforcing a routine that included diapers and bottle-feeding. Domenech reportedly […]
Hospital in NYC cautions striking nurses about losing health benefits as work stoppage continues
On Thursday, Montefiore sent a warning to striking nurses in New York City, indicating that they may lose their health insurance if they don’t return to work within 10 days, according to reports from the Post. A letter from the major hospital system informed nurses that, starting February 1, they would have to cover their […]
Huge storm may bring as much as 16 inches of snow to NYC
New York City Braces for Major Snowstorm A significant storm is looming, with forecasts predicting the potential for up to 16 inches of snow to blanket New York City, starting as soon as Saturday night. This could be one of the heaviest snowfalls the city has seen in years. According to meteorologists, the broader area—including […]
Mayor Mamdani’s plans will not solve the homelessness issue affecting NYC.
During a year spent working with the homeless in New York City, I encountered over 200 individuals without stable housing. However, in that time, only three managed to secure permanent residences. My team was a mix of professionals: a social worker, two case managers, and a nurse who administered Narcan. We collaborated with shelters, healthcare […]