New York City has officially implemented a congestion charge, becoming the first U.S. city to do so despite significant pushback from various groups. New York City Launches Congestion Charge Amidst Controversy and Opposition New York: Starting now, if you’re driving into Manhattan’s busiest areas, be ready to shell out up to $9 for congestion charges.…
The Supreme Court may revisit eminent domain rules to protect property rights in light of a controversial case in Utica, New York Supreme Court Can Shield Property Owners From Eminent Domain Abuse Utica: So, there’s this situation with Bryan Bowers and his buddy Mike Licata. They wanted to set up a medical office right across…
Governor Hochul unveils reforms after a prisoner’s tragic death in custody Prisoner Death Prompts New York Governor to Reform State Policies New York: So, there’s been a pretty shocking incident at the Marcy correctional facility. Governor Kathy Hochul just announced some big changes after a prisoner named Robert Brooks died following a brutal beating by…
A Bronx mother has surrendered to police after abandoning her newborn in a tote bag, facing serious charges of child abandonment. Bronx Mom Charged with Abandonment After Leaving Baby in Bag Bronx: A 28-year-old mom, Delfina Galvez, turned herself in after leaving her baby girl in a tote bag outside a neighbor’s house. It all…
A federal appeals court has upheld the $5 million verdict in E. Jean Carroll’s case against Donald Trump, affirming the jury’s decision. Appeals Court Confirms $5 Million E. Jean Carroll Ruling Against Trump New York: So, the appeals court just backed E. Jean Carroll’s $5 million win against Trump. This all started when a jury…
Marcy Correctional Facility faces scrutiny after a deadly inmate beating and multiple lawsuits alleging officer violence Marcy CO Named in Lawsuit Following Deadly Beating Incident Rochester: So, there’s been a lot of buzz around the Marcy Correctional Facility lately. It’s under fire after an inmate, Robert Brooks, was beaten to death. This isn’t the first…
WROTB has counterclaimed against ex-COO Michael Nolan, alleging he breached duties while engaging in a smear campaign against the organization WROTB Files Counterclaim Against Former Gaming Executive Buffalo: So, the Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corp (WROTB) is in a bit of a legal tussle. They’ve filed a counterclaim against their former COO, Michael Nolan. He’s…
Sebastian Zapeta faces first-degree murder charges for allegedly setting a homeless woman on fire in a Brooklyn subway train Sebastian Zapeta Charged with First Degree Murder in Brooklyn Subway Fire Brooklyn: So, there’s this really shocking case going on. A guy named Sebastian Zapeta is accused of setting a homeless woman on fire while she…
Pelham’s new municipal center and apartments aim to revitalize the village Exploring Pelham’s New Municipal Center and Apartment Development PELHAM: Just two days before Christmas, the village employees were busy in the new village hall. Firefighters, now stationed next door, were heading out for an emergency call. Meanwhile, the police department’s area is still being…
The CEO of BNY Mellon announces a two-week recharge period for employees to focus on core activities and mental health support. Bank CEO Revives Two-Week Recharge Period for Employees New York: The CEO of Bank of New York Mellon, Robin Vince, is bringing back a two-week recharge period for employees at the end of December.…
