News & Politics

City Council May Override Bloomberg's Veto of Paid Sick Leave Bill

June 26, 2013|Ann Pierret

The New York City Council is voting Wednesday night on whether they're going to override Mayor Bloomberg's veto of the paid...

New York Lawmakers Push for Pregnancy Center Regulation

June 25, 2013|Katharine O'Marra

A group of NY legislators are pushing for a federal law to regulate pregnancy center advertising tactics.

City Council...

Bloomberg Praises Speed Camera Law

June 25, 2013|Justin Hyland

The mayor says that putting speed cameras in school zones will increase safety

Mayor Bloomberg wants New York City drivers...

City Council Approves Newsstand Price Limit

June 25, 2013|Connor Ryan

City Council approves legislation that raises the price limit at newsstands from $5 to $10.

The New York City Council...

Mayor, Law Enforcement Urges City Council to Vote Down Upcoming Bills

June 24, 2013|Connor Ryan

Mayor, Police Commissioner urge City Council not to pass "misguided legislation."

Mayor Bloomberg and New York City Police...

Deadline Approaches for 9/11 Compensation Fund

June 24, 2013|Katharine O'Marra

Lawmakers and community members launch campaign publicizing health benefits for 9/11 survivors.

First responders, workers...

New Signage in NYC Helps Pedestrains Find Their Way

June 24, 2013|Melanie Chamberlain

Department of Transportation Commissioner Jannette Sadik-Kahn announced "WalkNYC" program today

A New York City Department...

In Wake of Accidents, Metro-North Railroad to Install Safety Devices

June 21, 2013|Connor Ryan

Metro-North Railroad to install safety devices on New Haven Line tracks.

Metro-North Railroad announced Friday morning in a...

Strike a Chord: Broadway Actress Puts Struggle With Bipolar Disorder in the Spotlight

June 21, 2013|Jacob Anderson

WFUV's Strike a Chord Campaign focuses on mental health issues.

Robin Baxter worked on Broadway as an actress and a...

Mayoral Candidate Anthony Weiner Announces His Healthcare Plan

June 20, 2013|Ann Pierret

On the campaign trail, New York City Mayoral Candidate Anthony Weiner has unveiled his plan for a new healthcare for all New...