During Pride month in 2019 (and as part of the She Built NYC program) Marsha P. Johnson was honored with a statue in Christopher Park, just across from the iconic Stonewall Inn. Now, Governor Cuomo has announced that th...
In 2019, the ban on single-use styrofoam packaging in NYC officially went into effect, and now Governor Cuomo is looking to expand that ban throughout New York State. As part of his 2020 State of the State Agenda, Gover...
Most of us spent the past few days reflecting on the last year (or decade, if you’re super ambitious!), but the country isn’t just looking back on memories—it’s analyzing 2019 in data. The U.S. Census...
As of today, August 28, marijuana is officially decriminalized across the state of New York. The law, which was signed by Governor Cuomo at the end of July, states that those in possession of less than two ounces of mar...
This week, Governor Cuomo launched a statewide survey that will allow New Yorkers to choose the state’s new license plate design. In the survey, residents will be able to choose from five different designs propose...
Coming in at 50, New York is literally the least friendly state in the country. As someone who has experienced much kindness from strangers around the city, this study is a tough one to swallow. Sure, we get upset when...
on Monday, July 29, Governor Cuomo signed legislation that will further decriminalize marijuana use in New York State. Under the new law, possession of less than two ounces of marijuana will no longer have criminal pena...
New Yorkers may soon have to be a bit more vigilant of their actions while crossing the street, keeping their eyes up and away from their phones. The new bill is currently in the New York State Senate and is seeking to...
A new piece of legislation is looking to ban the sale of fur throughout New York State. The bill was introduced by State Assembly Member Linda Rosenthal and, if approved, the new legislation would go into effect by 202...
These sweet digs come fully equipped with a boat dock and a helicopter pad. You may be thinking, “how can a private island exist in New York City?” Well, it can’t. BUT, this 10-acre private island is l...