13 nurses detained for obstructing NYC building as strike against three hospitals enters its 25th day
Thirteen Nurses Arrested Amid Ongoing Strike in NYC A group of 13 nurses in New York City were taken into custody on Thursday after they formed a linked chain outside a midtown building and declined to disperse, as reported by police and witnesses. Footage captured by bystanders showed officers from the NYPD arresting the nurses […]
NYC was aware of dangerous risks from 9/11 toxins but claimed Lower Manhattan was safe, reveals shocking memo
A recently released memo reveals that city officials were aware of the risks posed by toxins in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks—weeks before they told New Yorkers it was safe to return to Lower Manhattan. City Council President Julie Menin and Councilwoman Gale Brewer (D-Manhattan) made public an October 2001 memorandum. In […]
Man accused of attacking two women in hijabs and a 12-year-old girl in NYC, released the next day
Assaults on Muslim New Yorkers Prompt Outrage A woman has been accused of launching an attack in broad daylight in Brooklyn, targeting a 12-year-old girl and two women wearing hijabs. After her arrest, she was released from supervision just a day later, according to authorities and prosecutors. The suspect, identified as Megan Horne, 34, allegedly […]
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 […]