city rezonings
Eric Adams Backs Gowanus Rezoning Plan, With NYCHA Funding Conditions
David Brand |
‘Buildings cannot go up around NYCHA developments while residents see their futures go down,’ Adams said outside the Gowanus Houses Friday.
Health and Environment
National Grid Secures Gas Rate Hike Attached to Controversial Brooklyn Pipeline
Liz Donovan |
The decision was the first rate hike the state considered since passage of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, setting a precedent for how New York might enforce the use of natural gas by corporations as it strives to reduce emissions.
cuomo investigation
State Assembly to Suspend Cuomo Impeachment Inquiry Following Governor’s Resignation
Jeanmarie Evelly |
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie said the inquiry was no longer necessary since the governor plans to resign later this month, and also questioned whether lawmakers have the authority under state rules to impeach an official who no longer holds office.
Election 2021
Results of Recounted NYC Council Races to be Certified Tuesday, As Bill Perkins Concedes Defeat in Harlem
Ese Olumhense |
The outcomes of two competitive primary races that concluded with recounts are expected to be certified on Tuesday, the city Board of Elections said.
Housing and Homelessness
What the Supreme Court Decision Means for NY’s Eviction Moratorium
David Brand |
The country’s highest court struck down a key portion of the state’s eviction protections, which allowed tenants to fend off Housing Court proceedings by swearing they had experienced a COVID-related financial hardship.
