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Brooklyn’s Senate District 22 special election is on May 20! Here’s what you need to know
Although most eyes are on the upcoming Democratic Primary on June 24, many voters in South Brooklyn can vote in a special election.
Justice Dept. investigating Cuomo over pandemic testimony: AP source
The investigation plunges the Justice Department yet again into New York politics as Cuomo runs for New York City mayor.
NYPD deputy chief sues Zhuang following assault charges being dropped
Susan Zhuang, after assault charges dropped in court for biting a police officer during a protest last year, is facing a lawsuit.
NYC mayoral candidates begin to roll out their housing policies
Several of the city’s mayoral candidates released housing plans with some offering in-depth prescriptions and others a wish list.
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Temperatures rise in Marine Park over lithium battery facility proximity to nearby residents
Residents, community members and elected officials have led a long campaign against a plan by NineDot Energy.
Feud between New York’s governor and her No. 2 boils over
Delgado has been rumored to be mulling a challenge to his boss and, in his statement Monday, made clear that “all options are on the table.”
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Donald Trump v.s. the State of New York
Trump has made it clear he plans to repeal the policies of the Biden administration and assert his own vision for New York City.
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Energized by Trump’s win, Brooklyn Republicans create more expansive local outreach
“Republicans, Democrats, Independents — no matter what your political persuasion, everyone is welcome.” This was one of the key messages.
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Protestors rally against Medicare and Medicaid cuts outside House Rep. Malliotakis’ Bay Ridge office
A coalition of groups protested Congresswoman Malliotakis’ (R-Brooklyn) vote to cut health care coverage and give tax cuts to the wealthy.
Elon Musk protest erupts outside Brooklyn Tesla site
A posting on Indivisible brought approximately 200 picketers to protest Elon Musk at the Tesla Dealership in Gowanus.
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Spotlight: How far will Eric Adams go for a presidential pardon?
Many of his constituents think the answer is obvious: the mayor needs Trump’s help with his legal troubles.
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Malliotakis discusses plans for senior tax relief at Bay Ridge Center
U.S. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, a member of the Ways and Means Committee, was at the Bay Ridge Center for Older Adults to discuss legislation.
Most Americans disapprove of Trump’s treatment of colleges: AP-NORC poll
More than half of Americans, 56%, disapprove of the Republican president’s approach on higher education, the survey found.
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Executive orders target library funding, threatens BPL
The presidents of New York City’s three public library systems called on city leaders to increase funding.
Judge bars Trump from denying federal funds to ‘sanctuary’ cities that limit immigration cooperation
U.S. District Judge William Orrick issued the injunction sought by San Francisco and more than a dozen other municipalities.
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik is considering a run for governor of New York
Stefanik, a close ally and fierce defender of President Donald Trump, had been nominated to represent the U.S. at the United Nations.
Maple syrup makers face uncertainty amid Canada and China tariff chaos
The uncertainty is arriving in a time of relative growth for syrup producers in the U.S. as well as Canada.