By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Divorce is a complex legal process that raises many questions for those considering it. In New York State, the laws governing divorce have specific requirements, procedures, and legal implications that spouses must understand before proceeding. This article addresses the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about divorce in New York State, offering […]
By Katherine A. Foss, THE CONVERSATION | Editorial credit: Tada Images / shutterstock.com Five years ago, on March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak of COVID-19 a global pandemic. The novel coronavirus, dubbed SARS-CoV-2, began as a “cluster of severe pneumonia cases of unknown cause” reported in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. It had […]
By Erica Frankenberg, THE CONVERSATION | Editorial credit: NLM Photo / shutterstock.com The U.S. Department of Education cut its workforce by nearly 50% on March 11, 2025, when it laid off about 1,315 employees. The move follows several recent directives targeting the Cabinet-level agency. Within the department, the Office for Civil Rights – which already experienced layoffs in February – was […]
By Haidee Chu,THE CITY | Editorial credit: Little Vignettes Photo / shutterstock.com The Howard Hughes Medical Institute is terminating a $505,000 STEM grant that was supposed to support an “Inclusive Excellence initiative” running through 2028. The CITY partners with Open Campus on coverage of the City University of New York. The country’s largest private funder of biomedical […]
By Katie Honan, Gwynne Hogan and Samantha Maldonado, THE CITY | Editorial credit: Ben Fractenberg/THE CITY New York City Mayor Eric Adams was denied city-funded matching funds on Monday in the latest blow to his flagging reelection bid. Other candidates were able to boast about their recent fundraising efforts. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo raised what he said was […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. African Americans have consistently shown strong loyalty to the Democratic Party for over half a century. While some political groups argue that Black voters should be more politically diverse, the overwhelming majority of African Americans continue to support Democrats in local, state, and national elections. This political allegiance is not based […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In New York State, separation before divorce depends on the type of divorce being pursued. While no-fault divorce does not require a mandatory separation period, some couples may choose legal separation as a pathway to divorce. The required separation time varies based on whether the divorce is based on separation agreement, […]
By Greg David, THE CITY Strong job growth and Wall Street bonuses show momentum but consumers are worried, tourism could weaken and layoffs loom. New York City is stuck in the middle of two crosscurrents that will determine whether the local economy will continue to grow this year or plunge into a recession. Big Wall […]
By America’s Voice | Editorial credit: a katz / shutterstock.com Washington, DC —In a chilling escalation, it appears the Trump administration has begun executing deportations under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, a wartime authority never before used in this manner. This ruthless move is both unlawful and a dangerous expansion of executive power. Early this […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The U.S. visa system is complex, and unintentionally overstaying a visa is a common issue for many foreign nationals. However, overstaying can have severe consequences, including bans on reentry, loss of future visa eligibility, and possible deportation. Understanding the penalties associated with unlawful presence in the U.S. is crucial, as well […]