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Opinion: Bias Fuels Source of Income Discrimination

“…much of the documented illegal discrimination is based on fears, bias, and stereotypes about the people who possess the rental subsidies and has less to do with the structure of…

Government Housing and Homelessness NYCHA Resources

NYCHA to Reopen Section 8 Waitlist After 15 Years. Here’s How to Apply

In a rare move, NYCHA is reopening the waitlist for a rental assistance program that has helped tens of thousands of New Yorkers afford apartments.

Comunidades de habla hispana Government Housing and Homelessness Immigration

Alcaldía empieza a evaluar “circunstancias atenuantes” de migrantes que piden más tiempo en refugios

Los inmigrantes adultos sin hijos que deseen prolongar su estancia en un refugio deberán demostrar que reúnen una de varias “circunstancias atenuantes” para poder optar por una cama más allá…

Government Housing and Homelessness Land Use and Development

Council Pushes for More Housing Funds As City Budget Negotiations Enter Final Weeks

The City Council is pushing for an additional $3.66 billion for affordable housing over the next five years, building on the $10.5 billion the mayor earmarked in his executive budget…

Economy Government Housing and Homelessness Opinion

Opinion: New Yorkers Most in Need Were Left Behind By State Budget

“Once again, the needs of the poor have been especially shut out of the state’s moral conscience, with our government refusing to include an increase to cash assistance grants in…

Government Housing and Homelessness Housing Calendar Resources

NYC Housing Calendar, May 21-27

City Limits rounds up the latest housing and land use-related events, public hearings and affordable housing lotteries that are ending soon.

Government Housing and Homelessness Immigration

City Starts Assessing ‘Extenuating Circumstances’ for Migrants Seeking More Shelter Time

Adult migrants without children seeking to extend their shelter stays will now need to prove they meet one of several “extenuating circumstances” to qualify for a bed beyond initial 30-…

ARTS and CULTURE Economy Government Opinion

Opinion: Why NYC Needs a Five-Borough Cultural Festival

“Creating a citywide cultural festival of global proportions would give locals and visitors a powerful new reason to explore the five boroughs each year, while sharpening the city’s creative edge…

Government Homelessness Housing and Homelessness

Midtown Homeless Drop-In Center May Be Among City Budget Casualties

The city plans to close a longtime homeless services center called Mainchance, where locals go for food, support in their housing searches, and relief from the elements.

Climate and Environment Government Opinion Transportation

Opinion: Clean Air Legislation Offers a Road to Justice for New York

“Passing this legislation before the end of the session allows legislators to implement a transformative emission reduction strategy, significantly improving air quality for their constituents, especially for communities living and…

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