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Mayor Mamdani Restricts NYPD Response to Homeless Encampment 311 Calls in New York City

Mayor Mamdani Restricts NYPD Response to Homeless Encampment 311 Calls in New York City

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has issued a directive barring the New York Police Department (NYPD) from responding to 311 complaints regarding homeless encampments. This new policy shifts the primary responsibility for addressing these complaints entirely to the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) and other social services staff. Previously, NYPD officers would respond to 311 calls, even if they were prohibited from clearing encampments for a week while outreach workers engaged with individuals. Under the new order, if police officers encounter an encampment, they are now instructed to call 311 themselves, after which DHS and city Department of Homeless Services staffers will take over. This represents a significant departure from the approach of former Mayor Eric Adams, who prioritized clearing out homeless encampments. Administration officials have confirmed this policy shift, stating that DHS outreach teams, not NYPD officers, will assess reported encampment locations and offer shelter and suppor...
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Netanyahu says Mamdani endangers Jewish New Yorkers by spreading lies about Israel's actions in Gaza

Netanyahu says Mamdani endangers Jewish New Yorkers by spreading lies about Israel's actions in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is accusing Mayor Zohran Mamdani of endangering Jewish New Yorkers with his criticism of Israel’s military actions in Gaza
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At UN, Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates storm out

At UN, Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates storm out

By Antoni Slodkowski and John Irish UNITED NATIONS, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday mounted a forceful defense of Israel's actions in the region at the UN, seeking to counter growing international isolation ahead of elections he could lose, as dozens of delegates
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Netanyahu expected to berate New York's Mamdani in 'campaign speech' at UN

Netanyahu expected to berate New York's Mamdani in 'campaign speech' at UN

By Alexander Cornwell and Emily Rose TEL AVIV, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to use his UN address on Thursday to berate New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani for calling him a war criminal, a feud that highlights the Israeli leader's growing isolation ahead of elections at home that he
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President Trump and Mayor Mamdani Discuss Sunnyside Yard Development to Address NYC Housing Affordability

President Trump and Mayor Mamdani Discuss Sunnyside Yard Development to Address NYC Housing Affordability

President Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met at Gracie Mansion to discuss solutions for New York City's housing affordability crisis, focusing on the proposed Sunnyside Yard development in Queens. This marks the third meeting between the two leaders since Mayor Mamdani took office on January 1, 2026. The Sunnyside Yard master plan envisions building deck infrastructure over active rail yards to create 12,000 affordable homes, 60 acres of public open space, and a new regional transit station. Mayor Mamdani is seeking $21 billion in federal funding to initiate this project, which he believes will create 30,000 jobs and an entirely new neighborhood. President Trump acknowledged the long-standing discussions around Sunnyside Yard and expressed optimism about Mayor Mamdani's potential to advance the project, emphasizing the need for federal approvals and funding due to its federal-oriented nature. Both leaders agreed to establish a new level of conversation between New York City Hall's operations ...
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At UN, Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates walk out

At UN, Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates walk out

By Antoni Slodkowski and John Irish UNITED NATIONS, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mounted a forceful defense of Israel's actions in the region at the UN on Thursday, seeking to counter growing international isolation ahead of elections he could lose, as dozens of delegates
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Israel's Netanyahu lashes out at New York Mayor Mamdani in U.N. speech

Israel's Netanyahu lashes out at New York Mayor Mamdani in U.N. speech

The comments escalate a feud between the leader of Israel's far-right government and the 34-year-old democratic socialist mayor of New York City.
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DoorDash paying record $131.5 million for underpaid delivery workers

DoorDash paying record $131.5 million for underpaid delivery workers

"We screwed up," the delivery-app giant admitted amid its settlement with New York City.
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Hannah Einbinder breaks silence after arrest at Netanyahu protest

Hannah Einbinder breaks silence after arrest at Netanyahu protest

"Hacks" star Hannah Einbinder is speaking out after her arrest at a New York City protest against Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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New York City Council Questions Administration on Disappearing Influencer Communications and Records Retention

New York City Council Questions Administration on Disappearing Influencer Communications and Records Retention

The New York City Council is scrutinizing the Mamdani administration regarding the use of disappearing messages in a Signal group for communicating with social media influencers. The 'NYC Creators Announcements' group, an invite-only chat for over 200 online creators, was found to have enabled disappearing messages. While City Hall stated it took 'corrective action' by reminding staff to disable the feature, it has not confirmed if government records were lost. During an oversight hearing, Department of Records and Information Services (DORIS) Commissioner Shawn(ta) Smith-Cruz and Mayor’s Office of Mass Engagement Commissioner Tascha Van Auken testified, but officials with direct knowledge of the group's operations were absent. Smith-Cruz indicated that under a May 2025 DORIS policy, instant messages related to city business are government records but are 'transitory by default' unless they document substantive decisions, actions, or policies, with employees responsible for making this distinction. The Cou...
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Curtis Sliwa Raises Concerns Over NYC Shelter System Amidst Mayoral Policy Shift

Curtis Sliwa Raises Concerns Over NYC Shelter System Amidst Mayoral Policy Shift

Former New York City mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa has voiced significant concerns regarding the city's shelter system, particularly in the context of current Mayor Zohran Mamdani's policies. Sliwa asserts that many homeless individuals avoid city shelters due to fears of being victimized, including theft of their belongings, sexual abuse, and physical harassment. This statement comes as Mayor Mamdani's administration has adopted a less aggressive approach to clearing homeless encampments compared to the previous administration. While the Mamdani administration frames this as a more humane strategy focused on connecting individuals with services, critics like Sliwa argue that it allows dangerous and unsanitary encampments to persist and fails to address the underlying reasons why homeless people distrust the shelter system. The Department of Homeless Services now leads efforts to address encampments, requiring daily visits and service offers for a week before clearing, a stark contrast to the previous pol...