State of Emergency Declared In New York State Due to Significant Rainfall and Flooding
A State of Emergency has been declared in New York State as the southern counties find themselves under a deluge of rainfall with significant flooding.
NYC May See Tropical Storm Weather This Weekend, Rain and Wind Forecast
Weather forecasts for this weekend show a lovely mix of wind, rain, and chilly temperatures that are expected to stick around through Monday.
Mayor Adams Proposes Dramatic Zoning Changes to Boost Housing Construction
New York City Mayor Eric Adams unveiled a dramatic slate of residential zoning changes Thursday designed to allow slightly more housing in many neighborhoods citywide in an effort to build 100,000 homes over the next 10 years.
Study Reveals it Costs Over $220k to Raise A Child in New York City
While some parents may describe raising a child as a priceless experience, a new study says that parenting adds up quickly in New York City.
Governor Hochul Announces Significant Expansion of Bus Lane Enforcement Across New York City
Governor Kathy Hochul announced significant progress made in the expansion of Automated Bus Lane Enforcement cameras across New York City bus routes. On Monday, Sept. 25, ABLE cameras will be activated on the B26 bus route serving riders in Brooklyn and Queens.
NYC Announces Gridlock Alert Days, Where Traffic is Expected to Be The Worst, They Include The Entire Next Week
New York City Department of Transportation released a list of Gridlock Alert Days through the end of the year, including the week of United Nations General Assembly, September 18th to September 22nd.
MTA Fare Hikes to Go Into Effect this Coming Sunday
Base fares for single bus and subway rides will go up 15 cents to $2.90 on Sunday, Aug. 20. The MTA board voted last month to increase the fare in New York City.
Heat Advisory In Effect Thursday and Friday With Temps Expected to Touch 104
The National Weather Service has published a heat advisory for New York City as temperatures are expected to sour Thursday and Friday, hitting heat index values of up to 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
MTA Board Votes to Increase Subway, Bus Fare to $2.90
The MTA Board today approved a slate of toll increases to go into effect on August 6 and fare increases that go into effect on August 20.
NYC Emergency Management Warns of Severe Thunderstorms and Flash Flooding
The New York City Emergency Management Department today issued a travel advisory for Sunday, July 16, as heavy rain and flash floods are expected.
PSA: Flood Watch In Effect For New York City, Check Your Drains
A Flood Watch is in effect for New York City Sunday afternoon warning of torrential downpours that may overwhelm drainage systems and lead to flooding.
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NYC Changes School Calendar to Accommodate Last Days of Pesach
Following pushback by parents and educators, New York City’s Department of Education has added the last two days of Pesach as days off in the 2023-2024 school calendar.
Mayor Adams Announces Creation of New York City’s First Jewish Advisory Council
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the formation of the city’s first-ever Jewish Advisory Council. Members of the newly-formed council will focus on all issues affecting Jewish New Yorkers, including public safety, quality of life, and education.
New York City Receives Federal Approval For Congestion Toll in Manhattan
New York has received a critical federal approval for its first-in-the-nation plan to charge big tolls to drive into the most visited parts of Manhattan, part of an effort to reduce traffic, improve air quality and raise funds for the city’s public transit system.
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NYC Rent Guidelines Board Approves Rent Increases for Rent-Stabilized Apartments
The Rent Guidelines Board approved rent increases for New York City’s roughly one million rent-stabilized apartments.
DMV Unveils New Regional License Plate For New York City
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder today announced the release of a newly-redesigned New York City regional license plate, part of a series of new license plates featuring the state’s 10 regions.
Minimum Wage for NYC Delivery Workers Rises From $7 to Nearly $18 An Hour
Mayor Eric Adams announced on Sunday that the city would increase the minimum wage for delivery workers to $17.96. The current base pay for delivery workers in the city is around $7 an hour.
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