Author: Newyorki

A growing political storm has erupted after reports surfaced that Republican lawmakers are exploring ways to revoke the U.S. citizenship of New York’s newly elected mayor, Zohran Mamdani, the city’s first Muslim and immigrant mayor. The effort, driven by a faction of conservative legislators, has sparked a national debate on the limits of naturalization law and the politicization of citizenship rights. According to sources cited by Al Jazeera and The Washington Post, several Republican members of Congress have begun consultations with legal experts and immigration authorities to determine whether there are grounds to challenge Mamdani’s naturalization. The discussions reportedly center…

Public school enrollment across the five boroughs has fallen to its lowest level in nearly a decade, marking the largest drop in four years and raising alarms among educators, parents, and policymakers about the future of the nation’s largest school system. According to newly released data from the New York City Department of Education, enrollment has declined by approximately 12.2% since the COVID-19 pandemic, with tens of thousands of students leaving traditional public schools for charter schools, private institutions, homeschooling, or out-of-state relocations. City officials attribute the decline to several factors — including post-pandemic migration, falling birth rates, and a…

The arrival of the iconic Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center has officially ushered in the start of the 2025 holiday season. The massive Norway spruce, a cherished symbol of New York’s festive spirit, reached Midtown Manhattan early Saturday morning under tight coordination by city workers and volunteers. This year’s tree, standing nearly 80 feet tall and weighing over 12 tons, was transported from upstate New York’s Schenectady County. Crowds gathered along Fifth Avenue to witness its installation — a moment that, for many New Yorkers, marks the city’s transformation into a winter wonderland. “Every year, this tree reminds us of…

The New York Knicks have opened the 2025–26 NBA season with a 4–3 record — a modest start that has nevertheless sparked optimism among fans and analysts who see signs of growth, chemistry, and a renewed competitive edge. After years of inconsistency, the Knicks appear to be forging a clearer identity under head coach Tom Thibodeau, blending defensive discipline with faster offensive transitions. Their early-season form suggests a team intent on cementing itself as a playoff contender in the Eastern Conference. Strong Core, Sharper Focus The Knicks’ early success rests largely on the shoulders of Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns,…

Just one day after Zohran Mamdani’s historic election as the first Muslim mayor of New York City, Fire Department Commissioner Robert Tucker announced his intention to resign from his post, effective December 19. The move, confirmed in an internal FDNY memo, marks one of the first major administrative shifts following the city’s political transition. Tucker, who has led the department since 2022, cited the need to “allow the incoming administration to build its own leadership team” as the primary reason for his departure. In his statement, he praised the bravery and professionalism of New York’s firefighters and emergency personnel, describing…

In a historic victory that marks a new era in New York City politics, Zohran Mamdani has been elected as the city’s next mayor — becoming the first Muslim and one of the youngest individuals ever to hold the position. His victory signals a decisive shift in the city’s political landscape toward progressive policies focused on equity, affordability, and inclusion. The election results, confirmed late Wednesday night, showed Mamdani winning decisively with strong support across diverse boroughs — particularly among younger voters, working-class communities, and immigrant populations. His campaign message, centered on “A Fairer City for All,” resonated deeply in…

A horrific discovery was made early Thursday morning in the Castle Hill section of the Bronx, where police found four people — two men and two women — dead inside a residential apartment in what authorities are calling an apparent murder-suicide. According to the NYPD, officers responded to a 911 call reporting gunshots just after 6:00 a.m. at an apartment building on Cincinnatus Avenue near Castle Hill Avenue. When police arrived, they forced entry into the unit and found all four victims with gunshot wounds. A firearm was recovered at the scene. Detectives believe one of the deceased, a 43-year-old…

A 27-year-old woman lost her life early Thursday morning in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village after being struck by a vehicle driven the wrong way, according to the NYPD. Police say the incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. near West 4th Street and Sixth Avenue. Witnesses reported seeing a dark-colored SUV speeding against traffic before colliding with the pedestrian who was crossing the street at the intersection. Emergency responders arrived within minutes, but the woman was pronounced dead at the scene due to severe injuries. The driver, identified as a 34-year-old man, attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended a few blocks away…

A night meant for celebration turned tragic in West Babylon, Long Island, after a 15-year-old boy was fatally stabbed during a confrontation at a large house party attended by nearly a hundred teenagers. The incident has sent shockwaves through the suburban community, raising urgent questions about youth safety, adult responsibility, and social supervision. According to Suffolk County police, the altercation broke out late Saturday evening inside a residential home where dozens of teenagers had gathered. Witnesses reported a sudden escalation of a verbal dispute into violence, leading to the fatal stabbing of the young victim, whose identity has not yet…

After more than twenty-five years of mayoral control over New York City’s public school system, the debate over whether this structure should continue has resurfaced once again. Yet, according to a new analytical report, maintaining this system of governance is crucial for ensuring accountability, consistency, and progress in one of the nation’s largest and most complex education networks. When mayoral control was first introduced in 2002 under then-Mayor Michael Bloomberg, the goal was to replace the fractured, bureaucratic system of local school boards with a centralized model that could make faster, more coherent policy decisions. Over the years, this system…