EMMA G. FITZSIMMONS
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Why New York’s Giant Trash Bag Piles May Be an Endangered Species
Containerization, which has been embraced by global cities like Barcelona and Buenos Aires, could force New York to eliminate 150,000 parking spots.
Progressives to Challenge Adams Over Cuts to Schools and Libraries
The progressive caucus will rally on Wednesday to oppose the mayor’s budget and to call for more spending on housing, schools and mental health services.
Weight Discrimination Is Legal. Should New York City Change That?
The City Council is expected to approve a bill this spring that would ban weight discrimination in hiring and housing. Some states are considering similar...
‘Catastrophe’ for Poor New Yorkers as Pandemic Food Aid Ends
The Met Council, a major nonprofit, is calling for nearly $13 million in emergency city funding for food pantries.
Clash Looms Between Council and Mayor Adams as Speaker Sets Her Agenda
The City Council speaker, Adrienne Adams, called for closing the Rikers Island jail complex by 2027 and expanding 3-K for All, in opposition to Mayor...
DeSantis Visits New York on Tour Meant to Show He Is Tough on Crime
Speaking on Staten Island, the Florida governor appeared to position himself as the law-and-order candidate in a presidential campaign he has not announced.
Mayor’s Proposed Cuts to Libraries Will Hurt New Yorkers, Leaders Say
New York’s public libraries could be forced to cut their hours and programming. The City Council wants to protect their funding in the next budget...
Adams Rejects Criticism From de Blasio Aides in Scathing Broadside
Mayor Eric Adams expressed frustration over criticism of his policies from officials who served in the previous administration.
Mayor Adams Warns of Holiday Virus Risks, Encourages Wearing Face Masks
Donning a mask, Mayor Eric Adams urged New Yorkers to protect themselves against a swirl of viral illnesses in the city, including Covid-19, flu and...
Mayor Eric Adams’s Trip to Qatar Was a Bit of a Mystery Tour
Eric Adams visited the Acropolis in Athens and attended two World Cup games in Doha on his first major foreign trip as mayor.
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