Election ’17: What Should the Mayor Fix?
Our reporters fanned through Queens and asked voters for their City Hall wishlist. Reducing homelessness and increasing affordable housing topped the agenda.
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Bratton Exits Amid Plaudits and Protests
Law enforcement personnel cheered the city's outgoing top cop during a farewell ceremony at One Police Plaza as demonstrators gathered outside criticized his policies.
Bail Reform Call, Amid Tragedy
Mayor de Blasio and other political leaders demanded justice system changes in the wake of the slaying of Police Officer Randolph Holder.
via The Queens Courier
Looking Ahead for Willets Point
Opponents of the Willets Point redevelopment plan are waiting to see whether the coming change in City Hall will help their cause.
NYCity Snapshot: How Can the New Mayor Help You?
Our reporters asked scores of New Yorkers: What is one thing the next mayor can do to make your life better? The answers proved as diverse as the city itself.
Ad Threat Seen For Historic Areas
Preservationists fear a loophole in a proposed law will let advertisers plaster posters on sidewalk construction sheds in some historic districts.
School Budget Cuts Slice Deep
The word came down from on high. In late January, Mayor Bloomberg announce…