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NYC Officials Vote to Deploy Contraceptives in War Against Rats

On Thursday, the New York City Council voted yes to a bill aiming to establish a rat contraceptive pilot program that would effectively put rats on birth control.

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Biden blames Congress for NYC migrant crisis, schools suffer

This content discusses the accountability of both Eric Adams, the mayor of New York City, and President Joe Biden in addressing the migrant crisis and its ...

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George Santos has been expelled from the House. What happens now?

Ouster of indicted 35-year-old serial fabulist sets up possible February 2024 contest to replace him

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George Santos has been expelled from the House. What happens now?

Ouster of indicted 35-year-old serial fabulist sets up possible February 2024 contest to replace him

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All candidates for New York City Council District 38 complete Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey

Both of the candidates running in the Nov. 7, 2023, general election for New York City Council District 38 — Incumbent Alexa Aviles (D, Working Families Party) and Paul Rodriguez (R, Conservative Party) — completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what…

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Brickbat: I Scream, You Scream

New York City Council member Lincoln Restler has introduced a bill that would ban ice cream trucks from using fossil fuel generators to power their freezers and food equipment. Restler said moving to solar-powered generators and other alternative forms of energy will reduce air pollution and noise. Restler said he…

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Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey: New York roundup

New York is holding elections, including for New York City Council, on Nov. 7, 2023. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.

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Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey: New York roundup

New York is holding elections, including for judicial and municipal offices, on June 27, 2023, and Nov. 7, 2023, respectively. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for…

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Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey: New York roundup

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New York's Anti-Weight Discrimination Bill Could Rock the Job Market

New York City Council passed a bill to make height and weight protected characteristics.

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Plan to name Harlem block for Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad passes NY City Council

NEW YORK — The New York City Council on Thursday approved a plan to name a Harlem block in honor of Elijah Muhammad, the controversial late leader of the Nation of Islam.

Tribune News Service

NYC Council members clash over plan to name Harlem block for Muslim leader Elijah Muhammad

NEW YORK — Members of the New York City Council clashed Tuesday over a proposal to name a Harlem block in honor of Elijah Muhammad, the controversial late leader of the Nation of Islam.

Tribune News Service

City Council urged to approve public financing of Chicago elections

Alisa Kaplan, executive director of Reform for Illinois, called public campaign financing “a very small investment ... that can really have a very high return on investment in terms of how it transforms the political landscape.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Union Station: Senate staffers announce formation of New York State Legislative Workers United

Seventy-nine New York State Senate staffers announced the formation of the New York State Legislative Workers United (NYSLWU) and said they intend to seek voluntary recognition from Senate leadership when a majority of staffers sign on.

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Hochul wins Democratic primary for Governor of New York

Incumbent Kathy Hochul defeated Tom Suozzi and Jumaane Williams in the Democratic primary for governor of New York on June 28, 2022. Based on unofficial returns, Hochul received 67.3% of the vote, followed by Williams with 20.0% and Suozzi with 12.6%. Hochul, previously New York’s lieutenant governor, became governor in…

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New York City Sued Over Illegal Foie Gras Ban

Hudson Valley foie gras producers are not taking New York City's guff sitting down.

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Three candidates running in the Democratic primary for governor of New York

Incumbent Kathy Hochul, Tom Suozzi, and Jumaane Williams are running in the Democratic primary election for Governor of New York on June 2, 2022. Hochul is running for re-election to a full term. Hochul, previously New York’s lieutenant governor, became governor in August 2021 following the resignation of Gov. Andrew…

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New York: What is the megacity like for people with disabilities?

A close look into the state of accessibility for people with disabilities in one of the world’s largest cities.

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