The Panel for Educational Policy blocked the Adams administration’s funding formula, a move that may delay school budgets for the coming year. Source: New York Times
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A Rise in Murders Upends a Sense of Progress in Brooklyn’s East Flatbush
By Gotham Rex on April 12, 2022
The killing of a 12-year-old boy in the neighborhood captured how a spike in shootings during the pandemic is complicating recovery in less affluent neighborhoods. Source: New York Times
Mayor Adams’s First 100 Days: A Focus on Crime, Covid and Crises
By Gotham Rex on April 10, 2022
Eric Adams has served as a cheerleader for New York City’s revival while taking an aggressive stance against homeless encampments and signs of lawlessness. Source: New York Times
A First Payday for a Mayor, and for Cryptocurrency
By Gotham Rex on January 21, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams wants New York City to become the global capital for cryptocurrency. Source: New York Times
Mayor Adams Promotes ‘Radically Practical’ Agenda in Washington
By Gotham Rex on January 20, 2022
Eric Adams spoke at a national gathering of mayors and focused on the importance of cities demonstrating that government can work. Source: New York Times
What Eric Adams’s Hires Say About Him: Loyalty Comes First
By Gotham Rex on January 19, 2022
Mr. Adams, who has brought a number of close allies into City Hall, says he is subject to greater scrutiny over hiring than his predecessors faced. Source: New York Times
Bill de Blasio Says He Won’t Run for Governor After All
By Gotham Rex on January 18, 2022
Mr. de Blasio, the former New York City mayor, had signaled for months that he planned to run for governor, but he faced long odds in a crowded Democratic primary. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Takes Office as New York City's Mayor
By Gotham Rex on January 1, 2022
Eric Adams, the city’s second Black mayor, faces difficult decisions over how to lead New York City through the next wave of the pandemic. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Will Name Frank Carone His Chief of Staff
By Gotham Rex on December 29, 2021
Frank Carone, a prominent lawyer for the Brooklyn Democratic Party whose business dealings have drawn scrutiny, will serve in a critical role at City Hall. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams Returns From Ghana, His Spirit Cleansed and To-Do List Full
By Gotham Rex on December 10, 2021
Mr. Adams, the mayor-elect of New York City, embarked on a weeklong spiritual journey to Ghana, less than a month before assuming office. Source: New York Times
Want to Be a City Commissioner? It Helps to Be Friendly With the Mayor.
By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2021
Mayor Bill de Blasio has appointed allies who worked on his past campaigns to head New York City agencies, despite their having little relevant experience. Source: New York Times
Can You Imagine Bill de Blasio as Governor? He Can.
By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2021
A run for higher office by New York City’s mayor might be viewed skeptically across the state, but he says he wants to remain in public life. Source: New York Times
The $8 Billion Question: Which Towns Will Cash In on Marijuana?
By Gotham Rex on July 19, 2021
After legalization, municipalities in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are deciding whether to permit cannabis businesses to open. Source: New York Times
Absentee Ballots May Determine if Eric Adams Wins Mayor's Race
By Gotham Rex on July 2, 2021
The tallying of more than 125,000 absentee ballots will determine whether Eric Adams retains his lead in the Democratic primary. Source: New York Times
Why Bill de Blasio Is Finally Having Fun as Mayor
By Gotham Rex on April 15, 2021
Mr. de Blasio is stepping out of the shadow of Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is facing various scandals, and emerging as a cheerleader for New York City’s recovery. Source: New York Times