How close is New York City to meeting the legal obligation to reduce the number of students, in every public school classroom? The answer is: Nothing is very clear yet! Precisely in this scenario, the education commission of the Municipal Council presented this Thursday a draft bill that would require the Department of Education (DOE) … Read more
The appointment of Councilwoman Amanda Farías as the leader of the Democratic majority of the Municipal Council marks several political milestones: It is the first time that a Latina holds that position. It is also a novelty that all the most important leadership positions of the institution, in charge of creating the laws of the … Read more
The appointment of Councilwoman Amanda Farías as the leader of the Democratic majority of the Municipal Council marks several political milestones: It is the first time that a Latina holds that position. It is also a novelty that all the most important leadership positions of the institution, in charge of creating the laws of the … Read more
Added to the complicated labyrinth of the immigration crisis in New York City is the certainty that tons of “untouched” food, They end up discarded in the surroundings of emergency sheltersbecause as the immigrants themselves denounce: They are of very poor quality! For this reason, this week the Council’s Contracting and Small Business Commission summoned … Read more
The New York City Council approved reducing a series of fines that for years have been a “shot to the heart” for small businesses. Bill 845, which was voted on Thursday by the House, codifies Mayor Eric Adams’ executive order, which reduces fines for small business ventures and provides opportunities for business owners to correct … Read more
The Point New York City created a new seat on the City Council in southern Brooklyn. Democrat Susan Zhuang and Republican Ying Tan, the two main contenders, duke it out this week on “The Point with Marcia Kramer.” Talking Points Zhuang and Tan each made a case for why they should be elected in City … Read more
NEW YORK — New York City lawmakers will hold a hearing Monday to discuss the longstanding issue of lithium-ion batteries. The City Council will focus on safety standards for the batteries that power e-bikes and e-scooters, with the goal of preventing deadly and dangerous fires. Just this past weekend, a firefighter was hurt battling a … Read more
This Thursday about 900,000 kids of the Major Apple, like Alessandro Rodriguezthey will pack their bags and take part in the 1,600 public schools in New York Metropoliswhich will be the first day of the new school 12 months. But outside of the emotion of some or the extended faces of others, like Rodriguezwho will … Read more
A pack of 7 existing legislation from this Tuesday it is proposed reduce being pregnant-connected fatalities in New York Metropolis, following a long time of information confirming that a expanding 77% of these sorts of deaths are suffered by gals of color. “We make absolutely sure that all households with a pregnant lady they have … Read more
NEW YORK – A judge on Monday blocked the authorization of non-citizens of New York City to vote for mayor and other municipal offices, a measure that Republicans had challenged as unconstitutional. In January, New York became the first major US city to grant widespread municipal voting rights to non-citizens, though none had yet cast … Read more