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Mayor Mamdani endorses Governor Hochul for Reelection
#NYC #politics #mamdani #localnews

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Mayor Mamdani Endorses Governor Hochul For Reelection
Mamdani’s endorsement is rooted in what he calls a "results-driven partnership."
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February 8, 2026 at 2:39 PM
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February 7, 2026 at 3:54 AM
Just as Musk gutted Twitter of its safety and moderation teams—leading to a surge in misinformation and a flight of advertisers—Bezos triggered a similar exodus of the Post’s "customers," in this case, its digital subscribers.
#journalism #news #washingtonpost

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The Washington Post Is Now Another Casualty Of Billionaire Mismanagement
While The Washington Post isn’t based out of NYC, the impact this will have across the broader industry will be felt across the country and the world.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:22 PM
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In a democracy, we are supposed to feel like we have control over our lives because the people control the government.

But in the U.S., people feel like our lives are out of control because the people don’t control the federal government.
February 6, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Protesters seen screaming “fuck Donald Trump” down 3rd Avenue

#ice #donaldtrump #protests #NYC #news
February 2, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Center For An Urban Future Panel Discusses Culture, Crisis & Affordability In NYC - by Lauren deLisa Coleman
#nyc #news #culture #politics #localnews #creative #art #affordability

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Center For An Urban Future Panel Discusses Culture, Crisis & Affordability In NYC
One of New York City’s biggest draws is its reputation as a creative and cultural behemoth. 
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January 27, 2026 at 4:20 PM
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Secretary Noem has forfeited her right to lead. I’m calling on her to resign.

Gregory Bovino must also be fired.

No one, not an ICE agent, not a federal officer, not a president, is above the law.
January 25, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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this small drop of good news could not be better timed: heated rivalry ebooks are now open to anyone with an NYPL card, no waitlists

happy snowstorm eve from the library 💕

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January 24, 2026 at 10:35 PM
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Bondi is such a bad lawyer. Because with this single move she tanks legal arguments in support of trying to get the voter roles and also for ICE enforcement.

"We're coming for your elections with the use of force," and "Forget immigrants, we're using this force only to screw with your elections."
Absolutely reprehensible that AG Bondi is offering ICE stand down in exchange for access to voting rolls. Outrageous and disgusting. It shows ICE is in Minneapolis is not for law enforcement purposes. Instead it’s a way to stir up shit in blue states and extort them.
In the wake of another fatal shooting in Minneapolis.
AG Pam Bondi sends Gov. Walz a letter today making several asks including:
"Allow DOJ Civil Rights division access to state voter rolls"
January 25, 2026 at 2:48 AM
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The federal government is executing American citizens in the middle of the street for exercising their constitutional right to freedom of speech.

This is tyranny. No free people can accept this kind of government. We need to bring an end to the Trump regime.
January 24, 2026 at 5:47 PM
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Letter from Alex Pritti's parents. Say his name.
January 25, 2026 at 3:16 AM
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Videos verified by The New York Times show the man federal agents shot and killed in Minneapolis on Saturday was holding a phone, not a gun, before the agents took him to the ground and shot him. At least 10 shots appear to have been fired within five seconds. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
January 25, 2026 at 3:21 AM
You might not think of childcare when you think of NYC but there are very many young families out there and NYC has a variety of resources out there to help them.

#childcare #children #family #NYC #localnews

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The NYC Childcare Roadmap: Navigating Costs and New Programs in 2026
Quality childcare is the cornerstone of a thriving society because it provides children with the essential cognitive and social foundations for lifelong success while simultaneously empowering parents...
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January 22, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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Davos, Switzerland, the World Economic Forum.
January 20, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Greenland will be America’s Poland. And we all know how that turned out.
January 21, 2026 at 2:06 AM
BREAKING NEWS: Protests outside of 10 East End.

#protests #NYC #eastend
January 17, 2026 at 5:08 PM
I really don’t understand why Europe, US, Russia, don’t just use occupied Ukrainian territory to create a new country. It worked fine for Belgium when France and Germany were beefing. Like sheesh

#russia #ukraine #war
January 11, 2026 at 5:05 PM
We reviewed a basket of different whiskies, bourbons, scotches and hand picked our favorites in this curated list.

#whiskey #alcohol #bourbon #scotch #news #empirecitywire

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The Tastiest Whiskies to Savor: A Journey Through the Finest Bottles from Around the World
Whiskey has long been a drink of choice for those who appreciate complex flavors, rich history, and fine craftsmanship.
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January 10, 2026 at 2:49 PM
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Trump is getting more outrageous and corrupt. He plans to funnel Venezuela oil sale profits not into U.S. Treasury accounts, but into offshore accounts he would control. He seems to assume citizens of the U.S. and Venezuela are stupid. If Congress and Senate let this happen we know they are too.
January 7, 2026 at 11:11 PM
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The “prosecute the former regime at every level” candidate has my vote in 2028.
January 7, 2026 at 8:26 PM
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Bluesky community! This is my official NYC mayor account. I’ll be posting updates on what’s happening at City Hall and how we’re delivering for New Yorkers. It’s great to be here.
January 8, 2026 at 1:37 PM