Category: New York City
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### What’s happening – The City is investing $38.4 million to improve heating infrastructure at Beach 41st Street Houses. – Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the initiative today, February 4, 2026.… more ›
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### What’s happening – The NYC Council is reviewing residential zoning proposals for mixed-use buildings in Queens. – Developers plan to address traffic with improved parking garage entrances and community… more ›
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### What’s happening – The NYC Free Tax Preparation Program has launched for the 2026 tax season. – Mayor Mamdani and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection oversee this… more ›
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### What’s happening – The City Planning Commission approved new disinfection facilities for Flushing Creek. – The Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Citywide Administrative Services are responsible.… more ›
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### What’s happening – The New York City Planning Commission approved a zoning map amendment for affordable housing. – The amendment was proposed by a developer for a site in… more ›
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Residents of New York City can look forward to improved access to the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building, which will soon open its rooftop for public viewing. Mayor Zohran Mamdani… more ›
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City officials discussed their ongoing winter weather response during a recent City Council meeting, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the safety and warmth of vulnerable populations amid extreme cold conditions.… more ›
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Mayor Paul Mamdani recently appointed Yenya Mata as the new commissioner of the Department of Veteran Services (DVS) during a ceremony held on January 31, 2026. Mata, a military police… more ›
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced key appointments in city government and detailed plans to address public health in New York City during a recent municipal meeting held on January 31, 2026.… more ›
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Mayor Mamdani recently appointed five new city commissioners, including Stanley Richards as the first formerly incarcerated individual to lead the Department of Correction. This historic appointment aims to bring about… more ›
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City officials are intensifying efforts to protect homeless individuals during an ongoing severe cold snap. Since declaring a “code blue” on January 19, 2026, outreach workers have placed more than… more ›
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The New York City Council convened a hearing on January 30, 2026, to examine proposed legislation regarding the structure and responsibilities of the Youth Board, particularly focusing on improving diverse… more ›
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The New York City Council gathered on January 30, 2026, to discuss the establishment of a commission aimed at reviewing salaries for elected officials, focusing on measures to prevent future… more ›
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani recently announced a significant settlement involving over $5 million in restitution for delivery workers affected by unfair practices from major delivery apps. This settlement aims to compensate… more ›
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The city is making significant strides to protect delivery workers during severe winter weather, as evidenced by recent efforts announced at a press conference led by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The… more ›