Calls for peace as gun violence surge continues in NYC
Community leaders in Harlem are calling for peace as an alarming spike in gun violence has sent shockwaves across New York City.
‘We Have To Do Better’ - De Blasio unveils grassroots plan to combat violence in NYC
Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled his new "Take Back the Block" iniative, which aims to fight a recent spike in gun violence with a combination of law enforcement and community outreach.
De Blasio unveils new violence prevention plan
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has unveiled his plan to combat the recent spike in violence across New York City.
NYC cancels all large events through September 30
Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced that any large events that require a permit from the city have been canceled through September 30 as the city works to prioritize open space for public use.
Black Lives Matter mural painted in front of Trump Tower in Manhattan
After a delay at the last minute, a giant, city-funded 'Black Lives Matter' mural was expected to be painted on 5th Avenue in front of Trump Tower Thursday.
De Blasio helps paint Black Lives Matter mural outside Trump Tower
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio helped paint a Black Lives Matter mural on 5th Avenue in front of Trump Tower.
NY attorney general calls for NYPD commission to strip power from mayor, commissioner
New York Attorney General Letitia James is proposing sweeping changes to boost oversight of the New York City Police Department, including forming an independent commission that would approve the department's budget and have the final say on officer discipline.
Kids in NYC will not be in the classroom many days with new plan
As New York City continues to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, Mayor Bill de Blasio said the school system will implement a 'blended learning' model or 'fully remote' learning model.
NYC teachers union calls De Blasio’s plan to reopen schools premature
The United Federation of Teachers is pushing back on Mayor Bill de Blasio's proclamation that New York City's schools will reopen for in-person learning in September.
NYC teachers union expresses concerns over reopening schools in the fall
The United Federation of Teachers is pushing back on Mayor Bill de Blasio's proclamation that New York City's schools will reopen for in-person learning in September.
De Blasio: ‘Full Steam Ahead’ on NYC schools reopening in September
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says that New York City's schools will reopen in September, but Governor Andrew Cuomo is pushing back, saying the final decision rests with the state.
De Blasio says NYC schools will reopen in September
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says that New York City's schools will reopen in September, but Governor Andrew Cuomo is pushing back, saying the final decision rests with the state.
Trump blasts de Blasio for plans to paint ‘Black Lives Matter’ in front of Trump Tower
“NYC is cutting Police $’s by ONE BILLION DOLLARS, and yet the @NYCMayor is going to paint a big, expensive, yellow Black Lives Matter sign on Fifth Avenue, denigrating this luxury Avenue,” Trump tweeted Wednesday.
NYC passes budget that cuts $1B from NYPD
New York City lawmakers approved an austere budget early Wednesday that will shift $1 billion from policing to education and social services in the coming year, acknowledging protesters' demands to cut police spending — but falling short of what activists sought.
NYC passes budget cutting $1B from NYPD
New York City lawmakers have passed a new budget cutting $1B from the NYPD, but a recent rise in gun violence is raising concerns that they may have gone too far.
NYPD budget cut of $1 billion expected to pass
The spending plan acknowledges protesters' demands to cut police spending but falls short of what activists sought.
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez to give keynote address for virtual NYC graduation
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez will give a keynote address at the citywide graduation celebration of the Class of 2020 at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30.
Mayor de Blasio proposes $1B cut to NYPD budget as protests escalate outside City Hall
Police removed some protesters outside City Hall Tuesday ahead of a vote by the City Council on defunding the NYPD to the tune of $1 billion.
Judge blocks 25% capacity rule for religious services in NY
A federal judge has blocked New York state from enforcing coronavirus restrictions limiting indoor religious gatherings to 25% capacity when other types of gatherings are limited to 50%.
Here is what can reopen in Phase 3 in New York City
New York City is on track to enter Phase 3 of reopening on Monday, July 6, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio Thursday.