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Eric Adams Reigned Over a Run of Scandal Not Seen Since Boss Tweed

The mayor’s corruption indictment capped a string of criminal charges, FBI raids and abrupt resignations that destroyed his popularity and took down his crony-laden palace guard.

by Greg B. Smith and Yoav Gonen December 24, 2025

Adams World: Investigated

Eric Adams Takes His Place in History of Corruption-Scarred Mayors

by Greg B. Smith December 24, 2025

Police Reform

Use of Force By NYPD Officers Surged 20% Last Year

by Yoav Gonen December 23, 2025Dec. 23, 2025, 6:16 p.m.

Climate Change

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drop to Pandemic Levels in Sign of Local Climate Laws’ Impact

by Samantha Maldonado December 23, 2025Dec. 23, 2025, 4:27 p.m.

Economy

Jobs Stall, a Sign NYC’s Economy Is ‘Treading Water’ in Uncertain Times

by Greg David December 23, 2025Dec. 23, 2025, 11:55 a.m.

FAQ NYC

LISTEN: A Plan To Pay for Parks

by FAQ NYC December 22, 2025Dec. 22, 2025, 3:35 p.m.

Criminal Justice

Gov. Hochul Touts Prison Reform Bill. Advocates Charge It Falls Short of Needed Overhaul.

by Reuven Blau December 22, 2025Dec. 22, 2025, 4:14 p.m.

Climate Change

Trump Puts Brakes on Two New York Offshore Wind Projects

by Samantha Maldonado December 22, 2025Dec. 22, 2025, 4:49 p.m.

Immigrants

In Freezing Cold and Long Lines, Families Wait to See Detained Migrants at Delaney Hall

by Gwynne Hogan December 22, 2025Dec. 22, 2025, 10:19 a.m.

Brad Lander

Comptroller Auditing Troubled Health Benefits Fund for City Workers

by Claudia Irizarry Aponte December 22, 2025Dec. 22, 2025, 10:48 a.m.

Immigration

Father and Son Separated by ICE Deported Together to China

by Gwynne Hogan and Haidee Chu December 19, 2025Dec. 19, 2025, 7:28 p.m.

Manhattan

Suit Argues for Free Speech in Privately Owned Public Spaces

by Samantha Maldonado December 19, 2025Dec. 19, 2025, 5:12 p.m.

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NYPD Agrees to Stricter Practices on Immigration Enforcement Following Probe

The city Department of Investigation found the police department “does not fully comply with documentation and reporting requirements” regarding interactions with federal law enforcement.

Plumbers Propose Emergency Inspection of All NYCHA Boilers Post-Explosion

After THE CITY revealed the heating plant that blew up in a public housing building last month had not been inspected in years, the Plumbing Foundation says licensed professionals need to step in.

Electric School Buses and Waterfront Parks Get Environmental Bond Act Boost

About a quarter of the $4.2 billion from a state green bond program has been deployed, including to several projects in the five boroughs.

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How to Join a Community Board, and What to Know Before You Apply

They’re the entry level of local government, but what do community boards really do? And how are members chosen? It’s application season, so here’s a guide for anyone who wants to get involved.

Casinos for NYC Will Be Chosen By Year’s End. Here’s How.

Eight applications are in, and key votes are coming up fast. Get up to speed on where and when new city casinos may open.

What To Do When Icy, Snowy Sidewalks Aren’t Shoveled in NYC

Property owners are responsible for clearing ice and snow next to their properties. But it’s hard to know who’s in charge, especially in public spaces. Here’s how to find out, and report unsafe sidewalks.

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New Yorkers Fill Gun Classes as Concealed Carry Applications Surge

Would-be gun owners seeking a concealed carry permit are required to take a safety training course, but with few rules on how they are taught, gun aficionados have stepped in to run them.

Five Months of Fear, Fury and Heartbreak at 26 Federal Plaza

As masked agents arrested immigrants in and around immigration courts, The City has been there to document what’s happening.

The ‘Godmother’ of Weed vs. Her Uncle, the DEA Agent

Cannabis officials courted a rising pot star to join New York’s legal market. Then a stunning police raid upended everything and shattered her family.