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New York City Council passed a bill Thursday that could cut down helicopter use in the city by putting harsher noise ...
New York City union breaks with labor trend to back Adrienne Adams over Cuomo for mayor
The city’s largest municipal union is breaking with its labor counterparts in rejecting Andrew Cuomo’s bid for mayor, instead ...
New York City Council set to condemn Hempstead laundry service, FDR Services Corp.
A city council resolution condemns FDR Services Corp. for having "repeatedly violated federal and state health, safety and ...
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Council strengthens legal protections for people seeking gender-affirming care
The council also passed resolutions calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to pass a bill protecting patients’ data privacy and ...
NYC’s outdoor dining rollout has been ‘disastrous’: council member
New York City has seen around 10,000 fewer restaurants using outdoor dining setups since the pandemic relaxed regulations, ...
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NYC Council eyes expanded park access, more fountains, indoor basketball options
New legislation aims to make city playgrounds more accessible after school and on weekends, among other measures.
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Council limits sightseeing, commuter helicopters after deadly Hudson River crash
New Yorkers are getting some relief from the ever-present noise of tourist helicopters.
New York City Council sues Mayor Adams over ICE at Rikers prison
The New York City Council has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Eric Adams over his decision to allow federal immigration agents ...