News & Politics

Schools Must Improve Translation Services, Says Immigrant Group

February 17, 2015|Jeff Coltin

Half of New York City public school students speak a language other than English at home, but one group says translation...

NYC Committee Wants Pope to Visit Bronx

February 16, 2015|Kris Venezia

Pope coming to New York City in September.

New York City lawmakers and business owners want to lure the Pope to the Bronx.

P...

Morning Brief: February 13

February 13, 2015|Jeff Coltin

Hot Weekend, Chilly Weather

What a weekend in New York City! MSG's hosting it's first NBA All-Star Game since 1998. Tomorrow...

Morning Brief: February 12

February 12, 2015|Jeff Coltin

Kanye? NIMBY!

The NBA All-Star game is coming to New York City this weekend, and Kanye West kicks off the festivities with a...

Morning Brief: February 11

February 11, 2015|Jeff Coltin

Anchors Away!

A big day for news anchors, both serious and satirical. Jon Stewart will be stepping down from The Daily Show b...

Morning Brief: February 10

February 10, 2015|Jeff Coltin

Dreaming of Spring in Central Park...

A large-scale art project will be bringing a new flavor to Central Park in the late...

New York Lawmakers Announce Launch of Teen Dating Violence Prevention Program

February 09, 2015|Kris Venezia

Initiative will honor sexual assault victim Jessica Tush.

The Jessica Tush Teen Dating Violence Prevention Program aims to...

Morning Brief: February 9

February 09, 2015|Jeff Coltin

Beck, Sam Smith win Big at Grammys

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today urged drivers across New York to exercise caution during...

Bronx Assemblyman Calls On DOT to Remove Outdated Speed Limit Signs Near NYC Schools

February 05, 2015|Stephanie Colombini

Assembly member Jeffrey Dinowitz of the Bronx wants the city to remove any speed limit signs that still read 30 mph.

Bronx...

De Blasio Announces Plans for a More Affordable NYC in State of the City Address

February 03, 2015|Stephanie Colombini

Mayor de Blasio announced some major plans for New York in his State of the City address Tuesday, all of which revolve...