Category: Community
New York State Enacts Comprehensive Retail Worker Safety Law
Retail workers in New York are set to benefit from enhanced protections against workplace violence and harassment under a new state law, the Retail Worker Safety Act (S. 8358B/A. 8947C). Signed [ more…]
Christian Conservatives Confront Growing Isolation on Key Issues
As resistance to their core beliefs intensifies, particularly on the issue of abortion, conservative Christians are grappling with an evolving political landscape. Despite their long standing victories, including the [ more…]
MTA Needs Up to $92 Billion for Transit Upgrades and Maintenance by 2029, Report Says
A report from New York State’s top fiscal authority warns that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) may face a financial gap between the construction and maintenance it requires and [ more…]
CBO Forecasts Immigration Surge to Propel U.S. Economic Growth and Reduce Deficits Over Next Decade
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has projected that a significant increase in immigration to the United States over the next decade will lead to substantial economic benefits, including higher [ more…]
NYC Food Pantries See Unprecedented Surge in Demand, Up 82% Since 2019
New York City’s food pantries are experiencing record-breaking demand, with visits surging by more than 80% compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to a recent report from City Harvest, a [ more…]
