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New York City
fromNew York Post
5 hours ago

NYC's first city-owned grocery store under lefty Mayor Mamdani to open in East Harlem: report

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to open East Harlem's first city-owned grocery store by 2029 to lower food costs for residents.
#racial-equity
NYC politics
fromFox News
5 hours ago

NYC mayor cites $180K racial wealth gap to justify taxes, police cuts

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan addresses racial wealth disparities through diversity initiatives, tax increases, and police position cuts.
New York City
fromJust The News
5 days ago

DOJ to probe NYC Mayor Mamdani's 'racial equity' plan

The U.S. Department of Justice will review New York City's racial equity plan due to potential conflicts with federal anti-discrimination laws.
fromGothamist
6 days ago
New York City

Mamdani releases long-delayed NYC racial equity plan, even as Trump curbs DEI efforts

New York City released its first racial equity plan to address racial disparities and improve pay equity, training, and data collection.
fromHoodline
6 days ago
New York City

Mamdani Unveils NYC Racial Equity Plan And True Cost Measure

City Hall launched a racial equity blueprint and True Cost of Living measure, revealing affordability as a citywide emergency affecting millions.
NYC politics
fromFox News
5 hours ago

NYC mayor cites $180K racial wealth gap to justify taxes, police cuts

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan addresses racial wealth disparities through diversity initiatives, tax increases, and police position cuts.
New York City
fromJust The News
5 days ago

DOJ to probe NYC Mayor Mamdani's 'racial equity' plan

The U.S. Department of Justice will review New York City's racial equity plan due to potential conflicts with federal anti-discrimination laws.
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mamdani releases long-delayed NYC racial equity plan, even as Trump curbs DEI efforts

New York City released its first racial equity plan to address racial disparities and improve pay equity, training, and data collection.
New York City
fromHoodline
6 days ago

Mamdani Unveils NYC Racial Equity Plan And True Cost Measure

City Hall launched a racial equity blueprint and True Cost of Living measure, revealing affordability as a citywide emergency affecting millions.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 days ago

From court to community: How Brooklyn's Dreamers N Doers is changing the game for local youth * Brooklyn Paper

"I saw people who never knew each other [before] meet at the event and develop strong relationships. A lot of people came just to watch and be part of that community. That's when I knew this was special."
Brooklyn
#lgbtq
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago
LGBT

Advocate newsletter 4/10/26

The Day of Silence raises awareness of LGBTQ+ harassment, facing renewed challenges from anti-trans legislation across the U.S.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/10/26

The Day of Silence raises awareness of LGBTQ+ harassment, facing renewed challenges from anti-trans legislation across the U.S.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
SF politics
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

President Mandelman Plans to Remain in Public Service After His Term Ends - San Francisco Bay Times

Rafael Mandelman endorses Manny Yekutiel for District 8 Supervisor while considering a future run for State Assembly.
#homelessness
fromCity Limits
2 days ago
NYC parents

Report Finds Homeless Students Miss More School, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
NYC parents

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

fromMission Local
5 days ago
Mission District

Sources: Michael Levine, Massachusetts Medicaid exec, is sole nominee to lead S.F. Homeless Dept.

Michael Levine is the sole nominee to lead the city's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing.
fromCity & State NY
6 days ago
NYC parents

Report: Absenteeism, lagging test scores, school transfers soar for homeless NYC students

Homeless students in New York City face significant educational disparities, including chronic absenteeism and low test scores compared to their housed peers.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Report Finds Homeless Students Miss More School, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Over half of students in the shelter system were chronically absent, highlighting the need for increased support from city and state authorities.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

San Francisco names new leader at Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing

Mike Levine appointed as new executive director of San Francisco's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing amid rising homelessness and budget challenges.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

Homeless students in NYC face significant educational challenges, including chronic absenteeism and frequent school transfers, impacting their academic performance.
Mission District
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Sources: Michael Levine, Massachusetts Medicaid exec, is sole nominee to lead S.F. Homeless Dept.

Michael Levine is the sole nominee to lead the city's Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing.
NYC parents
fromCity & State NY
6 days ago

Report: Absenteeism, lagging test scores, school transfers soar for homeless NYC students

Homeless students in New York City face significant educational disparities, including chronic absenteeism and low test scores compared to their housed peers.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Brooklyn News: Brownsville Housing Lottery Launches

Bay Ridge and Park Slope feature notable real estate listings, including affordable housing options and stylish renovations.
Silicon Valley
fromTruthout
1 day ago

In Memphis, Investors Benefit From AI Boom While the Public Bears Its Cos

Protests in Memphis highlight concerns over the economic impact and environmental risks of xAI's expansion amid rising federal law enforcement presence.
#housing-affordability
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Trending: employer housing benefits narrow affordability gaps

Private sector employers are increasingly offering housing benefits to help workers afford living closer to their jobs amid rising housing costs.
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

The ROAD to Housing Act passed big, here is what it missed

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act represents bipartisan recognition of a housing affordability crisis impacting the American Dream and political stability.
#lgbtqia
NYC LGBT
fromGay City News
3 days ago

City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus hires executive director

The City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus has appointed Yanery Cruz as executive director to address the needs of New York City's queer community.
NYC LGBT
fromGay City News
3 days ago

City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus hires executive director

The City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus has appointed Yanery Cruz as executive director to address the needs of New York City's queer community.
Online Community Development
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

CDFIs could draw institutional capital for climate projects

There is a strong desire for collaboration between institutional investors and community development financial institutions, but barriers exist due to perceived risks and lack of standardization.
#oakland
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming Cesar E. Chavez library...on the podcast

fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Fire at Camron-Stanford, charter reform guide, renaming Cesar E. Chavez library...on the podcast

fromThe Nation
2 days ago

In Princeton, a Housing Plan Sparks a Neighborhood War

One resident of Princeton's Western Section told the room, 'Those of us who own historic homes are subsidizing the community' - and was met with applause.
East Bay real estate
Public health
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
Education
fromNew York Amsterdam News
4 days ago

NAACP NY to launch Freedom Schools in Brooklyn starting April 18

The NAACP New York State Conference is launching a modern Freedom School in Brooklyn focusing on Black history and civic leadership.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

We All Hate AI, but if You're Poor, It Can Really Ruin Your Life

Luxury brands are emphasizing human artistry over AI to maintain exclusivity and appeal to consumers' desire for authenticity.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
4 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
Renovation
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Imagining a Future for Langston Hughes's Harlem Brownstone

Langston Hughes' brownstone in Harlem is undergoing a $450,000 restoration to preserve its historical significance and maintain its structural integrity.
Left-wing politics
fromABC News
4 days ago

Possible 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls head to NYC for National Action Network convention

The National Action Network convention will gather potential Democratic 2028 presidential candidates to engage with Black civil rights leaders and voters.
#philanthropy
fromFortune
5 days ago
Fundraising

MacKenzie Scott rewrote the rules of philanthropy. Who will follow her lead? | Fortune

Fundraising
fromFortune
5 days ago

MacKenzie Scott rewrote the rules of philanthropy. Who will follow her lead? | Fortune

Philanthropy must urgently support those addressing inequity rather than relying on outdated strategies and empty commitments.
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

NMB taps Herrera as president of Hispanic homeownership division

Yasser has such an incredible drive and understands that our business is rooted in the success of those around us, including our loan officers and the customers that look to us to educate and inform along their pathway to homeownership.
LA real estate
Right-wing politics
fromFast Company
6 days ago

How former Labor Secretary Robert Reich packages his anti-inequality message for Gen Z

Robert Reich emphasizes the importance of social media and short-form videos to effectively communicate issues of inequality to younger generations.
#zohran-mamdani
fromWRAL.com
3 hours ago
New York City

At 100 days rally, Mamdani celebrates and charts a course toward city-run grocery stores

New York City
fromWRAL.com
3 hours ago

At 100 days rally, Mamdani celebrates and charts a course toward city-run grocery stores

Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrates 100 days in office, focusing on working-class initiatives and future plans for grocery stores and public transportation.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 hours ago

At 100 days, Mamdani leans into 'pothole politics' and child care push

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes delivering on both big promises and everyday fixes to rebuild trust in city government.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
NYC parents
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | The personal impact of new SNAP work rules on Bronx residents - Bronx Times

New federal SNAP work requirements affect 120,000 New Yorkers, mandating documentation of work or training to maintain benefits.
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Op-ed: San Jose must act as "Slavery Towers" workers wait for protection - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's failure to enforce worker protections has led to ongoing issues of labor trafficking and wage theft in construction.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
3 days ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Mamdani Administration Backs 'Delivery Protection' Law Opposed By Amazon-Backed Coalition

Amazon-backed groups opposed a City Council bill requiring e-commerce companies to hire delivery workers directly, supported by Mayor Mamdani's administration.
#affordable-housing
NYC real estate
fromEpicenter NYC
3 days ago

Ending soon: Two affordable housing lotteries in Brooklyn - Epicenter NYC

New housing lotteries in Brownsville and Prospect Heights offer affordable apartments for various income levels.
fromChalkbeat
3 days ago

PODCAST: Students interview NYC Chancellor Kamar Samuels about AI, school mergers, and more

Chancellor Kamar Samuels emphasized that his three main priorities for NYC public schools are safety, academic rigor, and integration, aiming to address pressing educational needs.
Education
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

SF Has a New Homelessness 'Czar,' and He Comes to the Job From Massachusetts

Mike is a lifelong public servant, having led Massachusetts' Medicaid program, a $23 billion agency that serves nearly 2 million residents. He is an expert in connecting health care and homelessness services, and he has seen the power of integrating primary care, treatment, and social supports to keep people healthy and housed.
Mission District
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Report Finds Stark 'Recreation Deserts' in Brooklyn

Brooklyn faces significant recreation deserts, lacking essential facilities for physical and mental health, with funding for recreation drastically reduced over the years.
fromHyperallergic
1 week ago

Tonika Lewis Johnson: Segregation and How to Disrupt It

Tonika Lewis Johnson's Folded Map Project connects residents known as 'map twins' who live on the same street name but miles apart, revealing structural inequality and personal commonality.
Arts
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

How the ROAD to Housing Act could improve home affordability

COVID-19 and Federal Reserve actions led to a housing market frenzy, but rising mortgage rates and inflation have since decimated affordability.
#housing-crisis
from48 hills
6 days ago
East Bay (California)

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
4 days ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
East Bay (California)
from48 hills
6 days ago

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
4 days ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Housing groups push to ensure new tenant harassment penalties get in state budget | amNewYork

New legislation aims to impose criminal penalties for systemic harassment of rent-regulated tenants in New York City.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
4 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Gale Brewer

Gale Brewer focuses on affordable housing, public safety, and community services to improve constituents' daily lives in New York City.
Education
fromEpicenter NYC
4 days ago

Parents say NYC schools' AI policy leaves out what matters most: students - Epicenter NYC

Guidelines on AI use in schools focus on staff usage, leaving student use ambiguous and raising concerns among parents and educators.
fromBrooklyn Paper
5 days ago

Where are Brooklyn's "recreation deserts," and what can be done to fix them? * Brooklyn Paper

"Brooklyn has always been a place where movement is part of daily life. But today, Brooklynites, like all New Yorkers, are moving less, feeling more isolated and dealing with elevated rates of chronic diseases."
Brooklyn
fromPhilosophynow
1 week ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
Washington DC
fromCurbed
6 days ago

'The Housing Czar!'

Cea Weaver navigates new challenges in her role, facing public scrutiny and adjusting to her position as director of the Mayor's Office to Protect Tenants.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

How a 'Universal Basic Neighborhood' Can Help Americans Live Longer - Streetsblog USA

Universal Basic Neighborhood aims to ensure healthy living conditions and mobility for all U.S. residents, enhancing life expectancy beyond just financial support.
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
4 days ago

Where's the business exodus from NYC Mamdani critics promised? | Opinion

Claims of a mass business exodus from New York City are exaggerated, with rising demand for office spaces and AI firms driving growth.
fromThe Nation
3 days ago
New York City

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago
New York City

Editorial | NYC true cost of living' report exposes a town without equity | amNewYork

62% of New Yorkers cannot meet the true cost of living, highlighting a significant economic crisis and racial disparities.
New York City
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
4 days ago

Where's the business exodus from NYC Mamdani critics promised? | Opinion

Claims of a mass business exodus from New York City are exaggerated, with rising demand for office spaces and AI firms driving growth.
New York City
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Editorial | NYC true cost of living' report exposes a town without equity | amNewYork

62% of New Yorkers cannot meet the true cost of living, highlighting a significant economic crisis and racial disparities.
Education
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Nonprofit ArtsConnection fills a creative gap in NYC public schools

Education's focus on efficiency often neglects the essential human connection fostered by art and music, which helps students recognize their self-worth.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
6 days ago

NYC's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

Many children in NYC's homeless shelters struggle to enroll in school, leading to chronic absenteeism and academic setbacks.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Keeping Law School Accessible When Federal Loans Fall Short - Above the Law

New federal regulations are limiting graduate student borrowing, shifting reliance from federal loans to private loans, which are harder to navigate.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Wednesday's Headlines: You Had One Job Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The new delivery worker hub lacks essential facilities like a toilet, highlighting neglect of workers' needs in late-stage capitalism.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The College-Educated Working Class

America experiences recurring mutinies across political divides, with MAGA representing the ur-mutiny that challenges institutional foundations despite holding federal power.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
New York City
fromTampa Free Press
5 days ago

Mamdani's Racial Equity Pivot: New York City Hall Defends Scrubbing 'DEI' From New Report - Tampa Free Press

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed the removal of DEI terminology from a racial equity report, framing it as a necessary improvement.
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

NYC's top economic agency still leaderless under Mamdani. Business leaders are worried.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has not appointed a new leader for New York City's Economic Development Corporation, raising concerns about economic growth.
Environment
fromNature
1 month ago

I will continue the fight for environmental justice in Black communities

Robert Bullard pioneered environmental justice by documenting pollution disparities in Black communities and converting research into policy action and legal challenges.
Higher education
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | A six-decade legacy of access and opportunity | amNewYork

SEEK, the nation's first state-funded academic opportunity initiative founded in 1966, has helped over 100,000 students access and complete college degrees through comprehensive support services including tutoring, mentoring, and financial assistance.
fromBlack Enterprise
2 months ago

Almost 40% Of Black Professionals Don't Know How To Stand Out In Today's Job Market - Check Out Tips To Help

As U.S. job growth in 2025 reached its lowest point since the pandemic in 2020, Blacks have been hit extra hard. Their discharges stem from rollbacks in the federal government, DEI pullbacks, and large layoffs in areas such as education, health services and social assistance. Now, nearly two-thirds of Blacks in the U.S. are looking for a new job in 2026. Yet, 75% feel unprepared for the job search ahead.
Careers
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Fair housing is more than a compliance issue: It's an opportunity to modernize the process.

Fair Housing is a legal framework prohibiting housing discrimination that faces shifting federal policy, enforcement battles, and intense local-federal political conflict.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Readers agree: Build a new Madison Park to benefit Boston's youth

Rebuilding Madison Park on parcel P-3 would provide a state-of-the-art vocational high school offering trades training and tangible public benefit for Boston youth.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

NC lawmakers revive housing reform agenda, taking on its cities

North Carolina lawmakers once again will try to pass statewide housing reform in a Tar Heel State push to catch up with several of its own cities. Several bills on the agenda this session prioritize housing affordability. They would preempt local control on parking, housing types, and permitting timelines. The measures would apply to all of North Carolina's districts the same types of reforms that cities such as Raleigh and Durham have already codified.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

How MLK's Fight for Homeownership Equality Changed My Life

During the Civil Rights Movement, the Chicago Freedom Movement took place from 1965 to 1967. Dr. King co-led this campaign with local activists to confront racial discrimination, segregation, and housing inequities in one of America's largest cities. Unlike the Jim Crow laws of the South, segregation in Chicago was often enforced through policy, lending practices and real estate discrimination rather than explicit laws.
Social justice
New York City
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: The Missing 'For All' Program? A New York City Jobs For All

A voluntary public option providing living-wage jobs with benefits, health care, and union protections would raise the wage floor and stabilize the economy.
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