New Yorkers gather at fortunate lottery outlets with recent winnings before $1.1B Powerball drawing
There’s a buzz in the Big Apple as the lottery draw approaches. A popular local supermarket known for selling big lottery tickets is seeing a surge in customers ahead of the $1.1 billion Powerball draw on Monday. “I think we are a lucky spot,” said Jenny Fan, the general manager at Huarian Supermarket in Queens, […]
New Yorkers should stop using their phones and look out for one another: Eric Adams
Mayor Eric Adams’ Call for Active Community Engagement Forget just saying something if you see something; Eric Adams is advocating for action. He’s urging New Yorkers to step up when they see a neighbor in need. “People shouldn’t just capture moments on video when they’re in trouble; that doesn’t help anyone,” he mentioned during a […]
New Yorkers support Mamdani’s campaign centered on affordability in the mayoral race.
Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani Stresses Affordability in Campaign Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani is centering his mayoral campaign on the themes of affordability and wealth distribution, concepts that resonate with many New Yorkers. Whether he’s engaging with residents in Prospect Park or answering questions on social media, his message remains clear: making New York City more […]
MTA leader Janno Lieber dismisses worries about subway fare increase while New Yorkers criticize the struggling transit system: ‘Vultures’
MTA Hearing on Fare Adjustments Draws Criticism MTA chair Janno Lieber attempted to downplay the impending fare hikes during a public hearing. He appeared relaxed, chewing gum and fidgeting as audience members voiced their concerns about the plan. “Welcome to our second MTA hearing on proposed fare adjustments,” Lieber announced at the start of the […]
New Yorkers are upset about the MTA’s new fare increase plan.
New Yorkers Voice Concerns Over MTA Fare Hike Residents of New York City expressed their frustrations regarding the MTA’s proposed fare increase during a hearing on Tuesday evening. “Your entire plan is ridiculous,” shouted Strafanger Emmanuel Vazquez to an MTA representative at the Brooklyn-New York City Transportation Bureau. “It’s going up to $3… Are you […]
Many New Yorkers face eviction threats as MTA clears space for Second Avenue Subway: ‘People are anxious’
A significant shift is underway for residents in East Harlem as the MTA advances the Second Avenue Subway project. Dozens of tenants across 33 apartments face the possibility of eviction to make way for new metro stations along 116th and 125th Streets. The Metropolitan Transportation Agency has initiated legal proceedings aimed at clearing the area […]
New Yorkers opposing large battery storage facilities gain support from EPA head Lee Zeldin
In New York, there’s a new ally for those opposing the establishment of large battery energy plants in their areas: Lee Zeldin, the U.S. environmental administrator. Zeldin, a former congressman from Long Island, is set to hold a press conference in Houpoge on Monday to address the environmental safety concerns surrounding the “battery energy storage […]
Deli in Queens raises concerns for Jewish New Yorkers, including Oct. 7 survivor: ‘I still don’t feel safe’
Queen’s Deli stands firm on its contentious name. The Gaza Deli And Grill located on 48th Avenue in Woodside showcases slogans like “Save Gaza” and “Free Al Aqsa.” These phrases echo calls for the removal of Jerusalem from Israeli governance, paired with imagery of women and watermelons adorned with keffiyehs. Natalie Sanandaji expressed her dismay […]
“I’m Committed to New Yorkers”: Eric Adams States He Will Stay Despite Tough Reelection Chances
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a Democrat, spoke with Politico on Thursday, asserting he won’t be stepping back from his mayoral campaign despite facing stiff competition from socialist candidate Zoran Mamdani. According to recent polling, Adams finds himself trailing Mamdani, as well as former Democrat Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Swa. Although running […]
Poll: Schumer’s approval rating among New Yorkers reaches its lowest level since 2005
A recent survey indicates that Chuck Schumer, the Democratic Senate minority leader, is experiencing the lowest favorability among New Yorkers in two decades. According to a poll conducted by Siena College, Schumer’s approval rating has fallen significantly. The poll, which has tracked his political career since 2005, shows his current overall rating at 35% approval […]