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Mayor Eric Adams announced on October 28, 2024, a transformative vision to redevelop 66,000 square feet in the heart of the Meatpacking District into Gansevoort Square, a vibrant cultural and residential hub. The plan includes the creation of 600 mixed-income housing units — half of which will be affordable without public subsidies — along with… Read more: NYC Mayor Adams Reveals Gansevoort Square Transformation Plan

Mayor Eric Adams announced a groundbreaking benefits initiative that offers non-union city employees and retirees up to $10,000 in reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, and egg or sperm donor costs. This new program—the first of its kind for any major U.S. city—aims to support family building across diverse communities, especially benefiting LGBTQ+ employees. Mayor Adams emphasized… Read more: Mayor Adams Unveils New Family-Building Benefits for New York City Employees, Offering Up to $10,000 for Adoption, Surrogacy, and Donor Services

At the United Bodegas of America Gala, New York Governor Kathy Hochul took the opportunity to denounce a comment made at a Donald Trump rally, where Puerto Rico was reportedly referred to as “a floating island of garbage.” Speaking passionately about unity and standing against hatred, Hochul emphasized solidarity with Puerto Rican, Dominican, and immigrant… Read more: NY Governor Hochul Criticizes Trump During Speech at United Bodegas of America Gala

Six years ago, as congregants prayed at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh on a quiet Shabbat morning, a gunman armed with an AR-15, multiple handguns, and hate in his heart, opened fire and killed 11 Jewish worshippers and wounded six more, in the deadliest act of Antisemitism in our history. It shattered families,… Read more: Statement from President Joe Biden Marking 6 Years Since the Tree of Life Synagogue Attack in Pittsburgh

Vice President Kamala Harris addressed the criticism from Republican leaders during a press gaggle in Houston on Friday, reaffirming her stance on former President Donald Trump while emphasizing the importance of speaking out against political violence. Harris’s Response Harris began by stating, “We all must speak out against any form of political violence, and I’m… Read more: Reporter Presses Harris On McConnell And Johnson’s Accusations Of ‘Harmful Rhetoric’ Towards Trump – Video

A rush transcript of the Governor’s remarks is available below: Good morning, good morning. This is a place I feel right at home. You do not know this about me, but, for 30 years — 30 years ago, this year — I was elected to my town board. We had 10 volunteer fire companies in… Read more: Governor Hochul Awards $25 Million in New York State Funding for the Volunteer Fire Service. Video

The G7 has pledged approximately $50 billion in Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration (ERA) loans to support Ukraine’s budget, military, and reconstruction efforts. These loans will be repaid through future revenues generated from frozen Russian sovereign assets, adhering to international law and each member’s legal framework. The G7 aims to begin disbursement by the end of 2024,… Read more: G7 Leaders Announce $50 Billion ERA Loans for Ukraine’s Recovery and Defense

New York City Mayor Eric Adams celebrated the return of 192 members from the Urban Search and Rescue New York Task Force 1 (NY-TF1) and the Fire Department’s Incident Management Team (FDNY IMT) following their deployment to assist with recovery efforts in Florida and North Carolina after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Activated by FEMA and… Read more: NYC Mayor Eric Adams Welcomes Home NY-TF1 and FDNY Heroes from Hurricane Recovery Efforts in Florida and North Carolina

On Thursday, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) led a press event with law enforcement and the state’s attorney general to discuss Amendment 3. Based on the search results, here are the key points about Gov. Ron DeSantis’s stance and actions regarding Amendment 3 in Florida: DeSantis’s Opposition to Amendment 3 Governor Ron DeSantis is strongly opposed… Read more: Law Enforcement And State AG Join DeSantis To Oppose Florida Marijuana Referendum. Video

“ The new US National Security Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence (AI) outlines a strategic roadmap to secure American leadership in AI development, enhance national security, and strengthen global partnerships. With geopolitical rivals rapidly advancing in AI, the memorandum emphasizes the need for swift deployment, investment in cutting-edge chips, clean energy infrastructure, and responsible AI practices.… Read more: White House. US National Security Memorandum on AI: Strengthening Leadership, Innovation, and Global Partnerships

New York City is holding its first ticker tape parade to celebrate a local sports team in 12 years. Downtown Manhattan is currently vibrant with seafoam green as the city honors the New York Liberty with a ticker-tape parade celebrating their historic WNBA championship victory. Here are the key details about this momentous event: This… Read more: New York City: Celebrating the Liberty’s Historic Championship with a Ticker-Tape Parade!

Memorandum on Advancing the United States’ Leadership in Artificial Intelligence; Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Fulfill National Security Objectives; and Fostering the Safety, Security, and Trustworthiness of Artificial Intelligence MEMORANDUM FOR THE VICE PRESIDENT                THE SECRETARY OF STATE                THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY                THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE                THE ATTORNEY GENERAL… Read more: Memorandum on U.S. Leadership in Artificial Intelligence, National Security Objectives, and Trustworthiness – Full Text