Food bank raises concerns about new SNAP work requirements
This week, the federal government rolled out new work requirement rules for SNAP recipients. To receive full benefits,…
New York Blood Center declares blood emergency
The New York Blood Center says its supply has reached critically low levels, forcing it to declare a…
SailGP brings high-speed water racing action back to NYC
New York Harbor will transform into a racetrack of sorts the last weekend of May. The annual New…
Fiscal watchdog talks city budget negotiations
Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveiled his $124 billion executive budget proposal earlier this month, but now it’s the City…
Queens state senator says budget will be done by ‘next week’
Earlier this week, Albany lawmakers passed their 13th budget extender, funding the government through Wednesday. The state budget…
Priest discusses first year of Pope Leo XIV’s papacy
Friday marks one year since Pope Leo XIV was elected. A Chicago native, Leo is the first pope…
Doctor shares skin cancer prevention and screening tips
May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S., according…
Bronx Week begins after being put on ‘pause’
Bronx Week — a celebration of the borough’s businesses and culture — officially kicked off Friday. Bronx Borough…
Lawmaker calls for action after chaotic car meet in Queens
New Yorkers continue to react to that chaotic late night car takeover this weekend in Middle Village, Queens.…
Councilmember talks bill to make outdoor dining year-round
April 1 marks the start of roadway dining season in the city, which comes amid a renewed push…
Queens Rep. Meeks talks gas prices, war in Iran
Gas prices in the city are hovering around $4 per gallon, in line with average prices nationwide. President…
Cannabis lawyer on five years of legal industry in N.Y.
Tuesday marks fives since recreational cannabis was legalized in New York State. Officials say New York’s cannabis market…