By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Ron Adar & rblfmr / Shutterstock.com| Photos from Left to Right: Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani & Adrienne Adams New York City’s 2025 primaries will once again utilize Ranked Choice Voting (RCV), a system designed to reflect voter preferences more accurately and promote inclusive elections. […]
By:(Ms. Megan S. Lemly) Navy Office of Community Outreach | Editorial credit: DLeng / Shutterstock.com Hello, U.S. Navy sailors serve and protect from around the globe, and every sailor got their start somewhere. Below you’ll find information about a sailor with ties to your area. You’re welcome to run this content as a news item […]
By Mary Campbell | Editorial credit: Andrew Harnik / Shutterstock.com WASHINGTON, D.C.: In a sweeping policy reversal, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced Friday that it will terminate temporary legal protections for more than 530,000 individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela who were admitted to the United States under a Biden-era immigration program. […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The length of time it takes to finalize a divorce in New York State (NYS) depends on several factors, including whether the divorce is contested or uncontested, the complexity of property division, and whether there are disputes over child custody or support. While some divorces can be completed in a few […]
By Chris Tobias | Editorial credit: Tada Images / shutterstock.com In a bold legal move, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education, accusing the agency of violating federal law by restricting access to affordable student loan payments and disrupting the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. […]
By Nayna Gupta | IMMIGRATION IMPACT | Editorial credit: Jana Shea / shutterstock.com The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. Sara Hamdi was 12 years old when her parents were forced to “register” […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Dividing assets in a divorce is one of the most contentious aspects of dissolving a marriage. Many people assume that a divorce settlement means a 50/50 split of all assets, but this is not necessarily the case in New York State. Instead of community property laws, New York follows equitable distribution […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The structure of a nation’s taxation system has significant implications for economic growth, trade, and income distribution. One radical fiscal policy proposal is replacing income tax with increased tariffs on imports. While this approach could simplify tax collection and potentially promote domestic industries, it also carries substantial risks, including inflation, trade […]
Native American cultures are deeply rooted in respect for nature, community, and the interconnectedness of all things. Their wisdom, passed down through generations in oral traditions, teaches valuable lessons about life, responsibility, and harmony with the world. These sayings, drawn from various Indigenous tribes, offer profound insights that continue to be relevant today. This article […]
Throughout history, words of wisdom have shaped cultures, guided individuals, and provided insight into the human experience. These sayings, often distilled from centuries of knowledge, serve as guiding principles for life, morality, and perseverance. This article explores ten of the most profound and enduring sayings, their meanings, origins, and relevance in today’s world. “Do unto […]