By Urban Matters | Editorial Credit: Tada Images / shutterstock.com One of New York City’s oldest hospitals currently finds itself in what might be termed critical condition. Acquired over a decade ago by the Mount Sinai Health System, the 799-bed Beth Israel hospital on East 16th Street, founded in 1890, has been slated for eventual […]
By Mariana Simões, CITY LIMITS |Editorial Credit: Drew Rawcliffe / Shutterstock.com New York City has over 124,000 buildings with lead pipes, city data analyzed by the New York League of Conservation Voters shows. Here’s how you can look up your address. A screenshot of the New York League of Conservation Voters’ new map, displaying homes believed […]
By Gwynne Hogan, THE CITY | Photo Courtesy: THE CITY The mayor repeated his longstanding criticisms of the “sanctuary city” laws limiting cooperation with federal law enforcement, while saying he’d “make sure that we continue the spirit of what our laws are here.” Mayor Eric Adams offered mixed messages on Tuesday to New Yorkers wondering […]
By Jeanmarie Evelly, citylimits.org | Editorial Credit: a katz/shutterstock.com With Donald Trump expected to return to the White House in January, City Limits takes a closer look at the former and future president’s platform and promises around key policy issues, and what that could mean in New York. More than 2.5 million New York City residents voted in […]
By Gwynne Hogan, THE CITY | Editorial Credit: Leonard Zhukovsky / Shutterstock.com Residents at one of the city’s largest migrant shelters spoke to living with a “state of uncertainty” as Trump rails against immigrants. As former president Donald Trump rails against a supposed “migrant invasion” and vows the “largest deportation effort in American history” if […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. New York City is one of the most vibrant and competitive business environments in the world, offering a wealth of opportunities for entrepreneurs. However, before starting a business in NYC, it’s essential to understand the various legal structures available and the processes involved in establishing your company. The legal structure you […]
Editorial Credit: Yuri A./shutterstock.com Introduction Running for public office in New York City is a complex process that involves navigating legal requirements, understanding the electoral system, and complying with campaign finance laws. The process varies depending on the office being sought—City Council, Mayor, Borough President, Comptroller, or Public Advocate—and includes steps such as filing petitions, […]
Photo courtesy: New York Immigration Coalition New York, NY—Today, the New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) celebrated the launch of the “New York Proud” campaign, a public art project celebrating the vibrant and diverse stories of immigrants across New York City. This campaign brings to life the personal journeys of immigrant New Yorkers through a striking […]
By The Office of the New York State Comptroller | Editorial Credit: Steve Sanchez Photos 1,089 Reported Hate Crimes Across State in 2023, Up 69% Since 2019 New York state has seen a surge in hate crimes over the last five years with 1,089 reported instances in 2023, marking the highest number since data collection […]