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New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
9 hours ago

Mayor Mamdani to share Easter Dinner with formerly homeless veterans in the Bronx

Mayor Zohran Mamdani will share Easter dinner with homeless veterans in the Bronx, emphasizing support for their needs.
Los Angeles
fromDodger Blue
7 hours ago

Registration open for Dodgers Dreamteam with expanded access

Dodgers Dreamteam program connects 17,000 underserved youth with baseball opportunities and comprehensive support services in Los Angeles.
fromThe Atlantic
13 hours ago

The Man Holding MAHA Together

Tony Lyons believes that Republicans can secure the midterm elections by embracing the Make America Healthy Again movement, particularly its popular initiatives like banning soda from SNAP benefits.
Right-wing politics
#nyc-public-schools
fromBronx Times
2 days ago
Education

NYC Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels visits the Bronx on 'Our Schools. Our Future' tour focusing on the future of public schools - Bronx Times

Education
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

NYC Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels visits the Bronx on 'Our Schools. Our Future' tour focusing on the future of public schools - Bronx Times

Student voices are essential for safety and decision-making in NYC public schools.
Education
fromChalkbeat
3 days ago

P.S. Weekly Season 3 Trailer is here: NYC students speak out on education

Chalkbeat New York's newsletter offers essential news about NYC's public schools, featuring student perspectives on critical education issues.
Books
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

This New York reading retreat is rethinking book clubs

Page Break offers a unique weekend retreat where strangers read a novel aloud together, fostering community and enhancing comprehension.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
2 days ago

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.
NYC politics
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Cardi B and Mayor Zohran Mamdani Team Up to Promote Free Childcare Initiative

Cardi B supports Mayor Mamdani's initiative for free childcare for two-year-olds in NYC.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Young people want to come together': experts respond to mass teen meet-ups in Clapham

Teenagers organized chaotic gatherings in London via social media, leading to disorder and arrests, prompting political outrage and calls for action against youth behavior.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

At NYCHA's Hammel Houses, Residents Wait for Sandy-Damaged Community Center to Reopen

The Community Center in Hammel Houses has been closed since Superstorm Sandy in 2012, impacting local youth and seniors.
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Biglaw Firm Doubles Down On Pro Bono, And Lets The Billable Chips Fall Where They May - Above the Law

I'm incredibly proud of the firm and what we've accomplished in the last year. We had certainly, the year before, a historic year financially, and this year was also historic in being one of our best financial years in history.
Law
Pets
fromAnimals Around The Globe
3 days ago

Cat Trapped Inside Brooklyn Bus Depot Rescued After Desperate Cries

A young cat named Metrocard was rescued from a locked bus depot in Brooklyn, highlighting community efforts against pet abandonment.
fromScary Mommy
4 days ago

Your Kid Can Be A More Inclusive Friend With Sesame Workshop's New Autism Resources

The Sesame Workshop resources want the same for everyone. They are meant to help facilitate safe, inclusive group settings by giving children (and adults!) tips and engagement ideas for reaching out to someone, inviting others into your play, and offering encouragement to a kiddo who might feel a little uncertain or left out.
Parenting
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Expanding the J-51 Tax Incentive is Key Co-ops Staying Affordable-And Becoming Sustainable

Expanded J-51 proposal can help co-ops afford energy upgrades and maintain affordability for residents.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Youth Commons / Studio RE+N

A neglected rooftop in Songyang County transforms into a vibrant community commons despite initial design flaws and lack of facilities.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Outdoor school could avoid closing if it moves to Cupertino - San Jose Spotlight

Walden West Outdoor School may temporarily relocate to Cupertino during renovations, pending agreements and support from local school districts.
Upper West Side
fromHoodline
5 days ago

After-School Mayhem As Bronx Teens Turn West Farms McDonald's Corner Into Brawl Zone

Youth violence in the Bronx is escalating, highlighted by a recent brawl outside a McDonald's involving teenagers.
SF LGBT
fromBronx Times
5 days ago

'You saved my life': How one Bronx social worker helps transgender patients recover with dignity - Bronx Times

Asha Lyons provides vital support to transgender patients during recovery, emphasizing the importance of visibility and care in their journeys.
New York Islanders
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Prep talk: Verdugo Hills point guard creates nonprofit to empower fellow Armenian students

Alexander Kasumyan founded NAYI to empower Armenian youth in business and innovation while leading Verdugo Hills to a championship.
Mental health
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Helping Formerly Unhoused Older New Yorkers Age With Dignity

Supportive housing provides essential safety, security, and privacy for seniors, significantly improving their quality of life and addressing homelessness and affordability issues.
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mayor Mamdani expands NYC scholarship program to include undergraduate degrees

"Our city advances when our workers can too. By connecting city workers to undergraduate and graduate educations, we're empowering the next generation of civil servants who act ambitiously, think creatively and believe firmly in government's ability to improve the lives of working people."
Higher education
fromWomen's Health
5 days ago

They Were Told Wrestling Was Only for Boys. Now, This NYC Club Is Proving Girls Can Fight for Their Futures.

When I step onto the mat, I feel fear, but I remember the countless hours spent in training that helped unearth strength I didn't know I had.
Women
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
NYC LGBT
fromQNS
6 days ago

Queens Says No Kings: Over 1,000 turn out for Forest Hills protest - QNS

Over 1,000 residents protested against the Trump Administration's policies affecting immigrants and marginalized communities in a peaceful demonstration in Queens.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Prep talk: LA84 Foundation continues to be champion for youth sports

The LA84 Foundation has invested over $250 million in youth sports, emphasizing the importance of access and play equity.
#fair-fares
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
2 days ago
New York City

Fare fight: Transit advocates push for expansion of Fair Fares program at Sunset Park subway station Brooklyn Paper

Expansion of the Fair Fares program aims to make transit affordable for over 2 million New Yorkers living at or below 150% of the federal poverty level.
fromGothamist
4 days ago
NYC politics

NYC's poorest residents would get free subway and bus rides under Council plan

Nearly 1 million low-income New Yorkers may receive free subway and bus rides under a proposed expansion of the Fair Fares program.
New York City
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
2 days ago

Fare fight: Transit advocates push for expansion of Fair Fares program at Sunset Park subway station Brooklyn Paper

Expansion of the Fair Fares program aims to make transit affordable for over 2 million New Yorkers living at or below 150% of the federal poverty level.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NYC's poorest residents would get free subway and bus rides under Council plan

Nearly 1 million low-income New Yorkers may receive free subway and bus rides under a proposed expansion of the Fair Fares program.
Brooklyn Nets
fromAndscape
1 week ago

How Nets Unite turns Barclays Center into a reflection of Brooklyn - Andscape

The Brooklyn Nets hosted Women's Impact Night, featuring mascot Ellie the Elephant, to celebrate diversity and community engagement in honor of International Women's Month.
#nyc-community-boards
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
#child-care
fromChalkbeat
4 days ago
New York City

NYC launches 'Child Care Hub,' a comprehensive one-stop search tool for families

NYC parents
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NYC parents looking for child care have a new tool at their fingertips

New York City launched a searchable map for parents to easily find over 10,000 child care programs.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Calling NYC parents with young kids: City Hall wants your views on child care

The Mamdani administration is conducting a citywide survey to shape child care policy in New York City.
New York City
fromChalkbeat
4 days ago

NYC launches 'Child Care Hub,' a comprehensive one-stop search tool for families

NYC launches a comprehensive Child Care Hub, providing families with access to over 10,000 child care options and essential information.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

NYC to launch free child care for city workers with kids as young as 6 weeks

New York City is launching free on-site child care for municipal workers' infants and toddlers at the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building.
New York City
fromCbsnews
6 days ago

Watch Live: NYC Mayor Mamdani making announcement on child care

New York City is expanding its child care programs, including 1,000 new 3-K seats and launching a 2-K program with 2,000 free seats.
Brooklyn
fromBed-Stuy, NY Patch
4 days ago

Teen Caught With Gun At Brooklyn High School, NYPD Says

A 16-year-old student was charged with gun possession after being found with a handgun at a Brooklyn high school.
Fundraising
fromEpicenter NYC
1 week ago

How three Brooklyn moms are helping kids build their own home libraries - Epicenter NYC

Brooklyn Book Bodega has provided over 260,000 children and families with access to books and events promoting a love of reading.
Higher education
fromPoynter
5 days ago

Student journalists are often on their own. I built a network to change that. - Poynter

A regional network of student newspapers was created to support collaboration and resource sharing among student-run publications in Philadelphia.
Relationships
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Single? These New Yorkers want to pitch you on their friends.

'Date My Friend' events allow friends to promote their single friends to potential partners in a fun, engaging environment.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Zohran Mamdani's Pick to Help "Fundamentally Change" the Way New Yorkers Relate to City Government

Tascha Van Auken aims to transform New Yorkers' relationship with city government through the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement.
frompatch.com
2 weeks ago

Free NYC Workshops Offer Art, Language, Tech And Business Skills

Canvas Cafe offers a relaxed painting session honoring Frida Kahlo, featuring guided art-making and conversation, scheduled for March 21 at Fort Washington Library.
Arts
fromGreenpointers
5 days ago

Williamsburg Soccer Club Opening Permanent Facility in Former Home of The Play Lab - Greenpointers

Opening this permanent location means more opportunity for kids to play soccer indoors in North Brooklyn. We're so excited to expand our offerings and be able to bring different programming to our community.
Brooklyn
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Build housing so fewer people sleep on the streets like I did | amNewYork

Permanent housing solutions are essential for addressing homelessness in Harlem, as exemplified by the Hill Top Apartments project.
Education
fromTODAY.com
5 days ago

High School Teens Are Repairing Used Cars to Donate to Single Moms

Students repair cars to gift to single moms, providing essential transportation for jobs, education, and medical needs.
Higher education
fromChalkbeat
1 week ago

Some schools embrace on-demand college counseling, courtesy of AI

AI technology is being tested to enhance college counseling by providing students with crucial information and freeing up counselors' time.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
5 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Majority Whip Kamillah Hanks

Kamillah Hanks aims to enhance community development, affordable housing, and support for local institutions in her role as City Council Majority Whip.
Fundraising
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

How Troop 6000 is empowering girls experiencing homelessness in New York City

A Girl Scout troop for girls in New York City shelters has expanded nationwide, providing support to those experiencing homelessness.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
5 days ago

Brooklyn acting superintendent wins permanent job despite social media flap, letter-writing blitz

Erin Lynch-Reyes has been appointed as the permanent superintendent of District 21 despite controversy surrounding her husband's alleged defamation on social media.
NYC music
fromBlack Enterprise
3 weeks ago

Kevin Powell To Host Multimedia Summit For NYC Public High School Students

Kevin Powell hosts a multimedia summit for NYC high school students featuring workshops on writing, filmmaking, podcasting, music production, and photography.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

A Near Impossible Trajectory for the Kid in the Shelter

A child in a shelter recognizes by age ten that parental addiction and mental illness, combined with institutional poverty, create systemic barriers to escaping generational hardship.
Women
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

More than just news: Schneps Media brings people together through great events | amNewYork

Schneps Media hosts eight annual Power Women events and 25+ professional awards across New York City, Long Island, the Hamptons, and Palm Beach to recognize and celebrate female business leaders and community professionals.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Mamdani's new mental health plan hinges on troubled de Blasio initiative

Mayor Mamdani aims to reform B-HEARD to improve mental health emergency responses, but faces significant operational challenges.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Mamdani plows ahead with NYC homeless shelter construction this week - despite mass protests

Construction of a controversial homeless shelter in Brooklyn will begin despite significant protests from local residents.
#brooklyn
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Brooklyn homeless shelter battle enters new phase as Mamdani advances delayed project | amNewYork

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.
fromNew York Post
6 days ago
Brooklyn

Hundreds of protesters swarm proposed NYC men's homeless shelter site, physically block construction truck

Protesters in Brooklyn oppose a proposed homeless shelter, fearing it will bring danger to the neighborhood.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Brooklyn homeless shelter battle enters new phase as Mamdani advances delayed project | amNewYork

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Hundreds of protesters swarm proposed NYC men's homeless shelter site, physically block construction truck

Protesters in Brooklyn oppose a proposed homeless shelter, fearing it will bring danger to the neighborhood.
Education
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Long Island youths answering call to help fill officiating shortage

Teens in Long Island are training as umpires to address the officiating shortage in youth sports, ensuring proper gameplay for their peers.
Brooklyn Nets
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

YES Network Kids Reporter series gives aspiring youngsters professional experience | amNewYork

The YES Network launched a kids reporter program allowing young people to interview Nets players and appear on game broadcasts, providing hands-on sports media experience.
NYC politics
fromNew York City, NY Patch
6 days ago

Your Vote Decides Which New York Neighborhood Fix Mamdani Will Tackle Next

Over 11,600 New Yorkers participated in the Mayor's Municipal Madness to select city projects for repair by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

Opinion: New York's Mental Health Crisis Demands We Invest in Programs That Work

Scaling and coordinating effective behavioral health programs is essential for creating a continuum of care in New York City.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
6 days ago

Community frustration grows over Metropolitan Recreation Center closure in Williamsburg * Brooklyn Paper

The closure of the Metropolitan Recreation Center pool has significantly impacted the community, especially older swimmers who rely on it for health and socialization.
New York City
fromWIRED
5 days ago

In a Big Reversal, Zohran Mamdani Tells NYC Agencies to Use TikTok

New York City agencies can now use TikTok for communication, reversing a previous ban due to security concerns.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Editorial | The billion-dollar problem that is CityFHEPS, and how to solve it in the NYC budget | amNewYork

CityFHEPS expenses surged from $176 million to $834 million, with projected costs reaching $1.2 billion in fiscal year 2025.
Education
fromChalkbeat
2 weeks ago

NYC to expand literacy push to struggling middle and high school readers

NYC's Education Department is shifting focus from elementary literacy to address middle and high school students reading below grade level through research-based interventions.
Higher education
fromEdSurge
3 weeks ago

Why NYC Schools Invested in Coaching for Staff Outside the Classroom - EdSurge News

NYC Public Schools implemented executive coaching for central office staff to build resilience and clarity amid post-pandemic uncertainty, recognizing that central office effectiveness directly impacts classroom success.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Family
1 week ago

15 Best NYC Playgrounds for Kids & Families in 2026 - New York Family

Playgrounds in NYC provide essential outdoor spaces for children to play and for parents to connect.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

At Uncommon Collegiate Charter High School, student talent program helps Brooklyn teens find passion and purpose * Brooklyn Paper

Growing up, I struggled to figure out what made sense for me, what made me me. When I joined the drum line and felt that community, everything clicked. It made me a better person. It gave me something to fight for.
Brooklyn
NYC politics
fromPBS News
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched a new office for community safety to reduce police involvement in mental health emergencies.
fromEpicenter NYC
3 weeks ago

It's not too late to apply to these free or paid teen opportunities in New York this summer - Epicenter NYC

SNP introduces NYC public high school students to modern brain research. About 20 participants attend interactive lectures, read and present a scientific paper, dissect a brain, design their own neuroscience experiment and visit research labs. The two-week course is led by Rockefeller graduate students. The hope is to develop young people's passion for science, especially for students with otherwise limited opportunities.
NYC parents
NYC politics
fromAP News
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office, inching forward a campaign promise

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani established an office for community safety to reduce police involvement in mental health emergencies, starting with two staff members and plans to expand the B-HEARD program.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Outrage as NY teacher ousted after helping kids start a Turning Point USA club at high school

Jennifer Fasulo, a Spanish teacher at Charles W. Baker High School in Baldwinsville, a Syracuse suburb, was placed on a paid leave of absence on Jan. 30, just weeks after she offered to help students establish a Club America, the high school division of the Charlie Kirk co-founded conservative group, her supporters say.
US politics
NYC parents
fromUpper East Side, NY Patch
3 weeks ago

These UES ZIP Codes Are Getting New Free 3-K Seats

New York City will add over 1,000 free 3-K seats across 56 ZIP codes this fall, including three on the Upper East Side, expanding universal early childhood education access.
New York City
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

Opinion: Mayor Mamdani, Make it Easier for New Yorkers to Use Public Spaces

New York City should streamline bureaucratic processes for public space events and programming to better activate shared spaces and support the 2026 World Cup.
#recreation-center
Higher education
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | How education makes New York safer | amNewYork

Education programs in prisons reduce recidivism and increase employment, making them an overlooked but effective public safety solution that provides meaningful second chances.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago

'We can breathe': Staff, students celebrate Achievement First Ujima High School's new building in East New York * Brooklyn Paper

I feel a tremendous amount of gratitude because it took an inordinate amount of work and uncertainty to get to this point, so now that we're finally here, we can breathe. The new school features large classrooms with plenty of natural light and additional shared spaces for clubs, sports and after-school programs.
Brooklyn
fromCity & State NY
1 month ago

Nydia's godchildren

In 2013, when Vito Lopez decided to run for the City Council, I just couldn't believe it. And I said we need to stop this... I saw this young man. I asked myself 'does he have what it takes to go after Vito Lopez?' And he did.
New York Knicks
Law
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Brooklyn teens turn bracelet-making into hands-on civics lessons

A youth-led program uses bead-making to teach teenagers constitutional rights, improving civic literacy and reaching underserved communities through library partnerships.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Prep talk: Three high school students keep trying to help Palisades community

Three Pacific Palisades high school students formed Build Back Pali and raised thousands to help rebuild homes and support local businesses after the Palisades fire.
fromThe Haitian Times
1 month ago

Shirley Chisholm recreation center opens in East Flatbush

The Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center officially opened to the public on February 10 in East Flatbush, becoming the first new Parks rec center in Central Brooklyn in more than a decade and the borough's largest facility. The $141 million center is expected to serve over 41,000 residents within a 15-minute walk or transit ride. Council Member Farah N. Louis, who spearheaded the project, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani led the grand opening on February 9 alongside local and state officials, including Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, State Senator Kevin Parker, and Assemblymembers Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and Monique Chandler-Waterman.
New York City
fromQNS
2 months ago

High School juniors launch LIFT to provide free tutoring for students in need - QNS

Two Long Island high school juniors are transforming their academic experiences into a mission to help others. Jonah Aloni of St. Anthony's High School and Liel Agajan, a student at Wheatley High School, have founded LIFT - Lead. Inspire. Foster. Thrive., a student-run organization dedicated to ensuring that children struggling in school can receive the academic support they need, regardless of financial circumstances.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Why universal afterschool programming is necessary for K-12 students

At the same time, children's development and families' needs do not end when the bell rings or when they enter kindergarten; continuous afterschool programming from early childhood through adolescence is critical. To fully realize the goals of universal childcaresupport working families, advance educational equity, and strengthen the economyNew York City must extend this vision to K12 students and make universal afterschool programming a core part of the solution.
New York City
Brooklyn
fromCaribbean Life
2 months ago

The Knowledge House builds a pipeline of tech talent rooted in the Bronx - Caribbean Life

The Knowledge House trains Bronx and low-income residents in tech skills and career pathways to reduce digital inequity and expand access to the digital economy.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Flatbush YMCA hosts kids' basketball clinic with Knicks' John Starks

The Flatbush YMCA hosted former Knicks guard John Starks for a youth basketball clinic training around 100 kids in ball-handling and shooting.
New York City
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Campaign Finance Board seeks teen volunteers for voter outreach

February trainings will teach students and teachers to plan voter outreach; eligible youth can apply to NYC Votes' paid Ambassador program.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Family
2 months ago

Explore Brooklyn's Charter Schools on February 1st at the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center

Free Brooklyn charter school fair and kids activity expo, Feb 1, 2026, 12–3 PM at Brooklyn Basketball Center; meet school reps, camps, afterschool programs; RSVP.
New York City
fromNY Carib News
1 month ago

NYC - Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center Opens by Mamdani

A new 74,000-square-foot Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center opened in East Flatbush, the first new Parks rec center in over a decade and largest in Brooklyn.
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