We used two different methods to assess which councilmembers, particularly those in neighborhoods considering a rezoning, have accepted donations from the real-estate industry.
As the candidates for Brooklyn district attorney prepare to debate, defense lawyers and a bail advocate say that cash bail is still requested too often under acting DA Eric Gonzalez.
Schools and race. Development and neighborhoods. They’re topics that we’re going to hear a lot about if Mayor de Blasio wins a second term. And they’re big issues in the…
Of all the contests facing city voters this election year, the race for Brooklyn District Attorney will give its winner greater power over the daily lives of a larger number…
City Limits, Gotham Gazette and WNYC have collaborated on a new guide to the candidates running for mayor, City Council and more. Learn who they are and what they advocate.
It is unclear whether the mayor’s approach to rezonings will be a factor in the mayoral campaign, but rezonings are a big issue in at least a few Council districts…
It’s not the first time the city has tried to hold financial backers responsible for poor conditions and the loss of affordable housing, but advocates are encouraged by at least…
