By Urban Matters | Editorial Credit: Tada Images / shutterstock.com One of New York City’s oldest hospitals currently finds itself in what might be termed critical condition. Acquired over a decade ago by the Mount Sinai Health System, the 799-bed Beth Israel hospital on East 16th Street, founded in 1890, has been slated for eventual […]
By Greg B. Smith , THE CITY | Editorial credit: a katz / shutterstock.com Department of Investigation is scrutinizing a pending lease in an office tower owned by a billionaire backer of the mayor, among other transactions. The city Department of Investigation (DOI) is looking into the actions of a longtime associate of Mayor Eric […]
By Equity Smart Realty Inc | www.equitysmartrealty.com The American Dream has long been defined by two core aspirations: entrepreneurship and homeownership. Yet, in recent years, the dream of owning a home has become increasingly difficult for many Americans. Whether you’re trying to buy a house or rent an apartment, rising costs and stagnant wages have […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Yuri A / shutterstock.com Influencers have reshaped the way individuals consume information, products, and culture in the digital age. Their success stems from their ability to build trust, engage communities, and adapt to rapidly changing digital landscapes. In the digital age, the term “influencer” has emerged as a […]
BySelen Ozturk, Ethic Media Services | President-elect Donald Trump has promised to launch the largest deportation program in U.S. history. This was estimated by Vice President-elect JD Vance to involve one million removals yearly. Can the U.S. afford these policies? What do these crackdowns mean for undocumented and legal immigrants? Mass deportation Based on Census […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. President Trump’s expansion of denaturalization efforts represents a significant departure from the historical principles of fairness, stability, and equality in U.S. immigration policy. The flaws in these policies, from racial bias to constitutional overreach, highlight the need for robust legal defenses and systemic reforms. Introduction Overview of Naturalization and Citizenship in […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: a katz / shuttertstock.com President Trump’s denaturalization plan represents a flawed and racially charged policy that undermines the principles of equality, due process, and inclusivity enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. Its broad application, disproportionate impact on minorities, and potential for abuse reveal a troubling agenda rooted in xenophobia […]
By Mariana Simões, CITY LIMITS |Editorial Credit: Drew Rawcliffe / Shutterstock.com New York City has over 124,000 buildings with lead pipes, city data analyzed by the New York League of Conservation Voters shows. Here’s how you can look up your address. A screenshot of the New York League of Conservation Voters’ new map, displaying homes believed […]
By Katie Honan, THE CITY | Photo Courtesy: THE CITY Msgr. Jamie Gigantiello bumped from running Williamsburg parish following probe on cash transfers to firms of ex-City Hall chief of staff Frank Carone. A scandalous Sabrina Carpenter video shoot didn’t help. A top monsignor in Brooklyn has been relieved of administrative duties at a Williamsburg parish […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Supreme Court’s decision in Department of State v. Munoz underscores the tension between individual constitutional rights and the government’s authority over immigration policy. While the majority upheld the principle of consular non-reviewability, the dissent highlighted the human impact of such decisions, and the risks posed to fundamental liberties. Introduction In […]