Elizabeth Kim
Articles by Elizabeth Kim
Elizabeth Kim is a reporter on the People and Power desk who covers mayoral power. She previously covered the pandemic, housing, redevelopment and public spaces. A native of Queens, she speaks fluent Mandarin. Got a tip? Email [email protected]
The governor said “people should not be able to hide behind a mask to commit crimes,” but later added that she wanted to make certain exemptions.
Two diner owners told Gothamist most of their customers were tourists or people from the neighborhood, not drivers from outside of Manhattan.
The Council passed a measure giving it "advice and consent" power over 20 commissioners.
The president’s announcement represents the kind of policy intervention Adams has long been lobbying for.
Serious air quality concerns will now trigger changes in hours for schools and outdoor events.
Speaker Adrienne Adams on Thursday introduced legislation that would give the Council say on 21 commissioner appointments.
The private event, which was billed as a policy discussion hosted by two tech founders, occurred a month after the FBI seized Adams’ electronic devices.
The progressive Brooklyn lawmaker embodies a challenge from Mayor Adams’ political left.
Adams is also scheduled to attend the World Meeting on Human Fraternity.
There are now four known investigations involving the mayor’s fundraising as well as a sexual assault claim.
The department said the incident marked the first time a body-worn camera has ignited since it began using them in 2015.
Officials say the incident occurred as officers entered Hamilton Hall to clear the building on Tuesday.
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