New York City’s efforts to preserve the SS United States are quickly failing.
People in New York City are advocating for the relocation of the SS United States, a historic ocean liner from the 1950s, aiming to restore it as a prominent waterfront attraction. However, the vessel’s current owners, Okaloosa County in Florida, plan to turn it into an artificial reef in the Gulf of Mexico by next […]
Duffy Criticizes New York for Unlawful CDL Licenses: Revoke or Risk Losing $73M
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy issued a warning on Friday that New York could forfeit $73 million in federal highway funds due to an audit revealing that a significant number of immigrant commercial driver’s licenses were issued improperly. Duffy criticized the state’s leadership and specifically cautioned Governor Kathy Hochul about the potential funds loss if she […]
Charter school excels over public schools in New York math rankings
Success Academy, a charter school network in New York, has recently outperformed public schools in statewide math assessments, according to the latest test score data for grades three through eight from the New York State Department of Education. The organization announced it holds the top position in mathematics, with an impressive 96% of students passing. […]
Two exotic cats owned by a former New York Jet roam freely in a Baltimore neighborhood.
A former player for the Jets recently had a peculiar situation unfold at his home in West Baltimore when two exotic cats escaped, leaving local residents surprised as the animals wandered the snowy streets. On December 5, an African serval, recognized for its long legs and resembling a leopard, was spotted roaming around without a […]
New York City expected to receive 3 inches of snowfall in the season’s first snow.
This weekend, the Big Apple is gearing up for its first snowfall of the season. As Saturday night rolls around, the city might see a light dusting of snow, accumulating up to 3 inches across all five boroughs. The snow isn’t expected to start until about 9 p.m., so those celebrating SantaCon can enjoy the […]
Fernando Mendoza experiencing a New York moment with the potential of joining the Jets in the draft
Fernando Mendoza’s Weekend of Reflection This weekend might serve as a significant moment for Fernando Mendoza. He is, after all, Indiana’s standout quarterback and a frontrunner for the Heisman Trophy. There’s talk he might even consider relocating to the area permanently. Many analysts predict Mendoza to be the top quarterback in next April’s NFL Draft, […]
New York Governor Hochul Allows Many Undocumented Immigrants to Operate 18-Wheelers
Federal Government’s Concerns Over New York’s CDL Practices New York Governor Kathy Hochul is facing allegations from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy that her administration is breaching federal law by issuing more than 50% of commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) to immigrants. Duffy made these comments during a press conference in Washington on Friday. He also warned […]
From Jeff Klein to Daniel Boulud, here’s what influential figures in New York are giving for the holidays.
Holiday Gift Ideas from NYC Tastemakers As the holiday season approaches, NYNext reached out to some of New York City’s prominent figures—CEOs, media personalities, and hospitality experts—to share their favorite gifts to give and what they’d like to receive. Here’s a glimpse into their picks. What You Give Blueberries, Jam, and Cheese from Josh Pond […]
Chinese Bus Driver with New York License, Who Does Not Speak English, Involved in Fatal Crash with Truck Driver in Tennessee
A truck driver from Tennessee has died following a crash involving a tour bus driven by a Chinese national. This driver, who reportedly had limited English proficiency and held a commercial driver’s license (CDL) not registered in New York, is now under investigation by federal transportation authorities for how he obtained his license. “Earlier this […]
Duffy highlights federal funding risks if New York fails to address CDL issue
New York Faces Federal Scrutiny Over CDL Issuance Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has issued a stern warning to New York state, stating that the federal government could impose significant financial penalties—potentially millions—if the state fails to adhere to regulations surrounding commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs). Duffy announced that New York has a timeline of 30 days […]