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Following the asylum-seeker odyssey: a timeline
Oct 10, 2024 · July 21, 2022: New York City Mayor Eric Adams said the city did not admit several asylum-seeking families to a shelter in a timely manner as required by law. Aug. 5, 2022: The first bus of migrants directly sent by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott arrives at the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Aug. 19, 2022: The Adams administration announces “Project ...
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Aug 21, 2024 · Episode 1: How Contactless Payments are Catalyzing Universal and Accessible Gov-Tech Solutions. By City & State. July 24, 2024.
Where are asylum-seekers living in New York City?
Mar 25, 2024 · That population, which includes single adults, adult families and families with children, is spread across the five boroughs, albeit not equally. Manhattan and Queens are home to a larger number of asylum-seekers staying in shelters than other boroughs, accounting for roughly 38% and 31% of all asylum-seekers, respectively, as of March 3.
Who’s who in Eric Adams’ administration - City & State New York
Nov 5, 2024 · Mamelak Altus was appointed press secretary on Nov. 4, 2024, officially filling a position that’s been open since summer of 2023. She’s been with the Adams administration since summer 2022 and most recently served as deputy press secretary and communications adviser. Senior adviser to the mayor: Stefan Ringel.
Who will be New York City’s next mayor? It just got a lot more ...
Oct 1, 2024 · But as of last week, when a five-count criminal indictment outlining corruption charges against Adams was unsealed, any presumptions about who will be the city’s next mayor have been thrown out the window. An already sizable list of challengers for 2025 has only grown, with former Gov. Andrew Cuomo still eyeing a comeback, and manifold new ...
NYC residents will vote on these 6 ballot proposals in November
Sep 24, 2024 · By William Diep. | September 24, 2024. New York City residents will vote on six proposals, including one state-wide constitutional amendment, in November. The state-wide constitutional amendment, proposed by Democrats in the state Legislature, looks to make permanent protections on reproductive health rights and prohibit discrimination based on ...
Adams probes - City & State New York
Oct 17, 2024 · September 30, 2024. Eric Adams allegedly abused the city’s matching funds program. A City Council member wants him to stop having access to it. No, the mayor didn’t steal $10 million from taxpayers, but his campaign allegedly got some illegal donations matched. The city Campaign Finance Board is assessing how to proceed.
Which upstate cities are adopting ‘good cause’ eviction and rent ...
Jul 29, 2024 · Newburgh’s City Council unanimously adopted “good cause” eviction on Sept. 9. It had a local version of the law on its books before a 2022 state Supreme Court decision rendered it null. The state government's new housing legislation has returned the tenant protections to …
Super PAC spending in state races down, but not out
Oct 8, 2024 · After spending a lot during contentious primary races in June, most outside groups have significantly dialed back their spending for the general election, especially compared to past years.But some super PACs are still trying to weigh in on a handful of competitive races this year, as Democrats in both the state Senate and Assembly attempt to hold onto their super majorities for the upcoming ...