Author: Newyorki

Meteorologists predict that New York City will experience a milder and drier winter than in recent years, with a notable decline in snowfall expected across the five boroughs. The forecast, released by the National Weather Service (NWS) and several regional climate monitoring agencies, points to an unseasonably warm pattern influenced by shifting oceanic and atmospheric conditions. Warmer Temperatures Expected According to early projections, average temperatures this winter are likely to be 2–4°F higher than normal, especially during December and January. The NWS attributes this to a developing El Niño pattern in the Pacific Ocean, which tends to redirect storm systems…

Early voting has officially begun in New York City, marking the start of one of the most closely watched and politically charged local elections in recent memory. The mayoral race — featuring Zohran Mamdani (Democrat), Andrew Cuomo (Independent), and Curtis Sliwa (Republican) — is set to define the city’s direction on housing, safety, and economic recovery for years to come. A Diverse Field, A Divided City The three-way contest reflects a deeply divided political landscape. Each candidate represents a distinct vision for New York’s future — from progressive reform to centrist pragmatism to law-and-order conservatism. Zohran Mamdani, the progressive Democrat…

New York City celebrated a major milestone in education and design this week with the official opening of a new academic building at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) — the school’s first new academic facility in nearly 50 years. The project, costing $188.5 million, is being hailed as a bold investment in the future of creative industries, sustainability, and higher education. A Historic Addition to FIT’s Legacy Located on West 28th Street in Manhattan, the new structure adds 110,000 square feet of state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, studios, and collaborative spaces. The building — named the Joyce F. Brown Academic Complex,…

The New York City mayoral race has taken an unexpected turn after current Mayor Eric Adams publicly announced his endorsement of Andrew Cuomo, a move that has shocked political observers and reshaped the dynamics of the campaign. At the same time, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries declared his support for Zohran Mamdani, signaling a rare realignment of Democratic loyalties ahead of what is shaping up to be one of the city’s most divisive elections in years. Adams Endorses Cuomo: “Experience Over Experimentation” Mayor Adams, who previously clashed with Cuomo during their overlapping tenures in state and city leadership, described the…

A federal immigration operation in Manhattan’s Chinatown district has ignited sharp debate after reports emerged that several U.S. citizens were detained without immediate charges. The operation, led by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in coordination with other federal agencies, was described as a “targeted crackdown” on the sale of counterfeit goods in the Canal Street area — one of New York City’s busiest commercial corridors. The Operation According to ICE officials, the enforcement action was part of a broader initiative to combat the sale and distribution of counterfeit merchandise, a persistent issue in lower Manhattan. Officers conducted inspections…

The City of New York has officially implemented a 15-mile-per-hour (24 km/h) speed limit for all electric bicycles, pedal-assist bikes, and small electric scooters, marking a significant shift in urban mobility policy aimed at improving road safety and regulating the city’s fast-growing micromobility sector. A Move Toward Safer Streets The new regulation, which took effect Friday morning, applies to all five boroughs and covers shared-mobility services as well as privately owned e-bikes and scooters. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said in a statement that the change “reflects the city’s commitment to protecting pedestrians, delivery workers, and riders themselves.” “We’ve seen a…

New York Attorney General Letitia James appeared before a federal court in Alexandria, Virginia, on Thursday, where she formally entered a plea of “not guilty” to charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution. The indictment accuses James of misrepresenting financial information during a loan application process several years ago — allegations her defense team has characterized as “baseless and politically motivated.” Defense: ‘Improperly Assigned, Politically Driven’ James’s legal team filed a motion to dismiss the case, arguing that the indictment had been “improperly assigned” to the current federal prosecutors and was part of a broader…

Supermarket owners across New York City are raising alarms over a surge of violent thefts carried out by an armed gang that has been targeting grocery stores and convenience markets in several boroughs. The assailants, reportedly wielding bladed weapons, have conducted a series of coordinated robberies in recent weeks, prompting growing frustration among local business owners who accuse the New York City Police Department (NYPD) of failing to take decisive action. According to store managers and trade associations, the gang typically operates in small groups, entering shops under the guise of regular customers before brandishing knives or machetes and demanding…

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded a significant research grant of approximately $10.8 million to establish the New York Regional Diabetes Research Center. The funding aims to advance the understanding, prevention, and treatment of diabetes through cutting-edge research and institutional collaboration. The newly supported center will unite some of New York’s leading medical and research institutions, including the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and Weill Cornell Medicine. Together, these partners will focus on uncovering the biological mechanisms of diabetes, improving early detection methods, and developing more effective treatment strategies for…

Political sources close to City Hall have revealed that New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected to formally endorse Andrew Kowali, the Independent candidate, in the final days before the mayoral election. The move, while discreetly coordinated, could have significant implications for the closing phase of an already tight race. According to insiders, the endorsement will likely be framed as an expression of confidence in Kowali’s leadership and ability to maintain stability in a city facing mounting challenges — from public safety to housing affordability and fiscal management. However, the timing of the expected announcement, coming just days before…