New York City's education system may soon implement a major policy change.  Chancellor David Banks has indicated that a school cell phone ban could be announced within the next two...

NYC Launches "NYC Solves" to Standardize Math Curriculum in Public Schools

New York City is trying to address disparities in math education by implementing a standardized curriculum across middle and high schools.  The initiative, dubbed "NYC Solves," hopes to tackle the...

A group of Louisiana families, supported by human rights organizations, filed a federal lawsuit on Monday, June 24th, to block a new state law mandating the display of the Ten...

New York's Interagency Task Force on Overdose Prevention has released a report outlining strategies to address the state's escalating drug overdose crisis.  The report, issued by the Department of Health's...

New York City is taking a big step towards creating more equitable job opportunities for its residents. On Thursday, Mayor Eric Adams announced the city's first-ever community hiring initiative, leveraging...

On Thursday, June 20, New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan released a groundbreaking report on the impact of social media on mental health. The...

NYC Rent Board Hikes Stabilized Rents, Sparking Protests and Criticism

New York City's Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) voted on Monday night to raise rents for rent-stabilized apartments, lofts, and hotels, drawing protests and criticism from tenants and landlords.  The Board...