Children who “age out” of foster care often face steep challenges, prompting new interest in finding families for people much older than typical candidates for adoption.
Many residents say they’ll vote, but won’t pick a candidate until September. They’re skeptical of promises, concerned about character and doubtful that identity politics will carry Primary Day.
It’s time to rethink the 421a subsidy program, an expensive and inefficient way to provide affordable housing in a city where government budgets and renters’ wallets are strained.
The plaintiffs say their neighborhood is overburdened by shelters and other social-service facilities. But the city says it’s merely trying to keep the homeless close to their neighborhoods.
There’s no shortage of creative artists and organizations in the borough, but working on growth, attracting Bronxites, and working together is a persistent push.
At the request of the federal government, the city’s street homeless survey targeted young people this year. But advocates feel the results suggest a stronger tallying effort is needed next…
