Author: Newyorki

A Major Expansion for a Historic Institution Vanderbilt University has officially received final approval from the New York State Board of Regents to establish a new campus in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, marking a significant milestone in the university’s 152-year history. The new 2.7-acre urban campus will welcome both undergraduate and master’s students beginning in the fall of 2026. This expansion represents Vanderbilt’s first permanent academic footprint in New York City — a move that aligns with its strategic plan to extend its influence in global education, research collaboration, and professional development. A Vision for a Modern, Urban Learning…

Building a New Vision for New York In a decisive move to shape his incoming administration, Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected Mayor of New York City, announced two major appointments that signal a deliberate balance between fiscal expertise and progressive leadership. Mamdani, 34, confirmed the appointment of Dean Fuleihan as First Deputy Mayor, placing one of New York’s most experienced public finance officials at the heart of his administration. Alongside him, Elle Bisgaard-Church was named Director of the Executive Office, a key position that will coordinate city departments and policy execution. These appointments mark the first major step in Mamdani’s…

Tragedy Strikes Harlem Community A quiet Monday morning in Harlem, New York City, turned grim after a 47-year-old woman was found stabbed to death inside her apartment. Police confirmed that a person of interest has been detained, marking the latest in a series of violent incidents that have shaken the Manhattan neighborhood. According to the NYPD, officers responded to a 911 call around 8:15 a.m. from an apartment building near West 145th Street and Malcolm X Boulevard. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim unconscious and unresponsive, suffering from multiple stab wounds. Paramedics pronounced her dead at the scene. Police Investigation…

A Longstanding Tension Turns Into a Legal Battle The long-running dispute between Central Park’s horse carriage drivers and animal rights activists has escalated into a full-blown courtroom confrontation. The Central Park Horse Carriage Drivers Association has filed a $1 million defamation lawsuit against a coalition of activists, accusing them of conducting a “malicious and coordinated smear campaign” aimed at destroying their livelihoods. According to court documents filed in Manhattan Supreme Court, the association alleges that activists spread false claims on social media and at public demonstrations, portraying carriage operators as abusive and negligent toward their horses. The lawsuit seeks damages…

A City of Tribute and Pride New York City came alive today with patriotic energy as more than 20,000 members of the U.S. Armed Forces marched in the annual Veterans Day Parade, one of the largest celebrations of military service in the United States. This year’s event holds special significance — it marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Armed Forces, making the 2025 edition one of the most momentous in recent history. Stretching along Fifth Avenue, the parade featured active-duty personnel, veterans, and military bands representing every branch of the armed forces. The streets were lined…

Building the Foundation of a New Era in City Hall Governor-elect Zohran Mamdani, aged 34, has unveiled his first major appointments ahead of officially assuming office, signaling a careful balance between experience and progressive reform in New York’s next administration. The announcement reflects Mamdani’s commitment to shaping a government rooted in both fiscal responsibility and forward-thinking social policy. At the top of his new team is Dean Fuleihan, a seasoned public servant with more than four decades of experience in government finance and policy. Fuleihan, who previously served as New York City’s Budget Director under Mayor Bill de Blasio, will…

Relief Returns to Struggling Families After weeks of uncertainty, New Yorkers relying on federal food aid are finally receiving relief. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that payments under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be deposited into beneficiaries’ accounts starting today, ending a delay that left thousands of low-income families anxious about their next meal. The pause, which lasted several weeks, was caused by technical communication issues between state and federal systems, disrupting the normal distribution of funds. The delay sparked growing concern over food insecurity, especially as colder weather and rising living costs continue to burden households across the…

A Chilly Start to Winter New Yorkers woke up this morning to the first snowfall of the season, as a powerful polar wave swept down from Canada, ushering in frigid air and marking an early start to winter across the tri-state area. The brief but steady snow flurries coated parts of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx with a light dusting, signaling the city’s transition into the colder months. Meteorologists confirmed that temperatures hovered around 40°F (4–5°C), but strong northwestern winds made it feel much colder—closer to the mid-20s Fahrenheit. The National Weather Service issued a freeze warning, cautioning residents about…

The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) is in mourning following the death of Patrick Brady, a highly respected 42-year-old firefighter who suffered a fatal heart attack while battling a massive blaze in Brooklyn’s Brownsville neighborhood late Sunday night. Brady, a 17-year veteran of the FDNY, collapsed during the department’s response to a five-alarm fire that tore through a row of residential buildings near Pitkin Avenue and Bristol Street. Despite immediate medical attention from his colleagues and emergency crews, Brady was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to Brookdale University Hospital. “Patrick Brady was one of the bravest and most…

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has voiced both confidence and caution as she prepares to work alongside the city’s new mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, whose progressive agenda has already stirred debate across state and city politics. Speaking at a press briefing in Albany, Hochul praised the mayor-elect’s “energy and commitment to serving all New Yorkers” and confirmed that New York City Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell will remain in her position “to ensure continuity and stability.” However, the governor made clear that she would not endorse all of Mamdani’s proposals — particularly his ambitious plan for free public bus transportation across the…