New York City’s homeless system is built around the city’s unique right to shelter. On Wednesday, Mayor Eric Adams said the system should be reconsidered. Source: New York Times
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New York City Denied Dozens of Men Shelter Beds, Legal Aid Says
By Gotham Rex on September 13, 2022
The arrival of thousands of migrants this summer has stretched the shelter system to the breaking point. Source: New York Times
Zeldin Uses Adams as a Surprising Weapon in N.Y. Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on September 13, 2022
Lee Zeldin and other Republicans are trying to attract swing voters by aligning themselves with Mayor Adams, a Democrat, over his law-and-order platform. Source: New York Times
City Says Water at a NYC Housing Complex Has No Arsenic
By Gotham Rex on September 10, 2022
A report of arsenic in the tap water at the Jacob Riis Houses in Manhattan was a false alarm, city officials said on Saturday. Source: New York Times
Arsenic Scare Turns Into Legionella Threat in Public Housing Complex
By Gotham Rex on September 9, 2022
New York City officials first said the tap water at the Jacob Riis Houses contained arsenic. Now they say a potentially deadly bacteria may be present. Source: New York Times
Saudi-Tied Tournament Causes Push to Void Trump’s N.Y.C. Golf Contract
By Gotham Rex on September 8, 2022
City Council leaders asked Mayor Eric Adams to end the Trump Organization’s contract to run a city-owned golf course in the Bronx and to cancel a tournament next month. Source: New York Times
Arsenic Found in Water at N.Y.C. Housing Complex
By Gotham Rex on September 3, 2022
The city distributed bottled water and urged residents not to drink their tap water after a preliminary test result on Friday showed levels of arsenic higher than federal drinking water guidelines. Source: New York Times
As New York’s Gun Law Goes Into Effect, Demand for Permits Spikes
By Gotham Rex on August 31, 2022
Those who want to carry concealed weapons will have to undertake 16 hours of classroom training and provide character references. Source: New York Times
As N.Y.C. Trash Problem Mounts, Garbage Will Be Picked Up on Labor Day
By Gotham Rex on August 29, 2022
The Adams administration will pay Sanitation Department volunteers overtime to collect residential trash on the holiday this year. Source: New York Times
Manhattan Has a Glut of Empty Offices. Hochul Wants to Build More.
By Gotham Rex on August 29, 2022
Despite near record-high office vacancies, Gov. Kathy Hochul has backed a real estate project at the New York transit hub that would be one of the largest in American history. Source: New York Times
In N.Y. Primaries, a Fight for the Democratic Party’s Future
By Gotham Rex on August 24, 2022
The party’s more moderate establishment declared victory, but a closer look reveals the battle for the soul of the party will grind on. Source: New York Times
A Migrant Wave Tests N.Y.C.’s Identity as a Sanctuary
By Gotham Rex on August 20, 2022
New York wants to welcome new immigrants. Its economy and vibrancy depend on them. But an influx has strained a social safety net already on the brink. Source: New York Times
There Are Good Dining Sheds and Bad Ones, Adams Says
By Gotham Rex on August 19, 2022
The mayor is a fan of outdoor dining but plans to clean up the ones that aren’t enhancing the city. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C.’s Social Services Chief Said to Face Inquiry Over Shelter Failure
By Gotham Rex on August 15, 2022
The Department of Investigation is scrutinizing Gary Jenkins after homeless families were forced to spend the night at a Bronx intake office. Source: New York Times
Adams Confidant, Timothy Pearson, Leaves Casino Company
By Gotham Rex on August 14, 2022
Timothy Pearson, a retired police inspector, was collecting a pension and working for Mayor Eric Adams while also holding the casino post. Source: New York Times