AdvertisementThe first case of the Brazilian variant of the coronavirus has been found in New York, state health officials announced Saturday.The infected patient is said to be in their 90s who has not traveled, according to a press release issued by Governor Andrew Cuomo’s office. Scientists at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan made the discovery, which was later verified by the state Department of Health’s Wadsworth Center Laboratories. The state health department is now coordinating with the city Department of Health to learn more about the patient and anyone they may have been in...…AdvertisementThe first case of the Brazilian variant of the coronavirus has been found in New York, state health officials announced Saturday.The infected patient is said to be in their 90s who has not traveled, according to a press release issued by Governor Andrew Cuomo’s office. Scientists at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan made the discovery, which was later verified by the state Department of Health’s Wadsworth Center Laboratories. The state health department is now coordinating with the city Department of Health to learn more about the patient and anyone they may have been in...WW…

AdvertisementCandidates in the race for mayor are amassing fortunes as they sprint to the June 22nd primary, with figures from the city Campaign Finance Board showing $23 million raised at the mid-point of the election cycle.The numbers—analyzed by Gothamist and presented in the following data graphs—tell a story about the strength of the CFB's signature , which aims to help small-time candidates compete against deep-pocketed rivals. But they also tell us where the candidates stand when it comes to fundraising (with and without the matching programs), the number of donors for each...…AdvertisementCandidates in the race for mayor are amassing fortunes as they sprint to the June 22nd primary, with figures from the city Campaign Finance Board showing $23 million raised at the mid-point of the election cycle.The numbers—analyzed by Gothamist and presented in the following data graphs—tell a story about the strength of the CFB's signature , which aims to help small-time candidates compete against deep-pocketed rivals. But they also tell us where the candidates stand when it comes to fundraising (with and without the matching programs), the number of donors for each...WW…

AdvertisementThe NYPD is investigating an officer seen on video openly wearing two patches referencing former President Donald Trump, one of which read "Make Enforcement Great Again".On Saturday, the department tweeted that it's "aware of a video showing one of our members wearing a politically oriented patch" and that the officer "has already received an initial discipline." But the NYPD did not elaborate on that discipline.Police Commissioner Dermot Shea followed up with his own tweet, saying "Members of the NYPD must remain apolitical — it’s essential to public trust & officers’...…AdvertisementThe NYPD is investigating an officer seen on video openly wearing two patches referencing former President Donald Trump, one of which read "Make Enforcement Great Again".On Saturday, the department tweeted that it's "aware of a video showing one of our members wearing a politically oriented patch" and that the officer "has already received an initial discipline." But the NYPD did not elaborate on that discipline.Police Commissioner Dermot Shea followed up with his own tweet, saying "Members of the NYPD must remain apolitical — it’s essential to public trust & officers’...WW…

AdvertisementIn late September, Captain Carlos Fabara became the newest commanding officer for the 100th Precinct in Rockaway, Queens. Like any commanding officer of a “house,” Fabara is the face of his precinct, answering questions from anxious members of the neighborhood at community council meetings, and defending his officers’ work during the weekly with the NYPD’s top leadership.Fabara was promoted to this position of power despite having a record that may have prevented managers in other professions from rising through the ranks. Fabara has sustained 57 documented complaints of...…AdvertisementIn late September, Captain Carlos Fabara became the newest commanding officer for the 100th Precinct in Rockaway, Queens. Like any commanding officer of a “house,” Fabara is the face of his precinct, answering questions from anxious members of the neighborhood at community council meetings, and defending his officers’ work during the weekly with the NYPD’s top leadership.Fabara was promoted to this position of power despite having a record that may have prevented managers in other professions from rising through the ranks. Fabara has sustained 57 documented complaints of...WW…

AdvertisementFamilies of students from various charter schools across the five boroughs have joined accusing the city of skirting by excluding charters from the weekly COVID-19 testing program.The lawsuit was filed on behalf of nine parents of children who attend five different charter schools across the city. The five charter schools also joined the suit, along with the New York City Charter Center School Center, which helps charter schools get started. They argue that by depriving charter schools of free testing resources for COVID-19, the city is violating a law requiring them to provide...…AdvertisementFamilies of students from various charter schools across the five boroughs have joined accusing the city of skirting by excluding charters from the weekly COVID-19 testing program.The lawsuit was filed on behalf of nine parents of children who attend five different charter schools across the city. The five charter schools also joined the suit, along with the New York City Charter Center School Center, which helps charter schools get started. They argue that by depriving charter schools of free testing resources for COVID-19, the city is violating a law requiring them to provide...WW…

AdvertisementThis is our regular update following the for Tuesday, December 15th, 2020.New York City’s public schools will stay open even if the rest of the city to combat increasing coronavirus rates, Mayor Bill de Blasio vowed at his Tuesday press briefing.While acknowledging that the final call to keep schools open is up to Governor Andrew Cuomo, de Blasio said he believed the city’s schools -- of which only are currently open for in-person learning -- are “the safest places in New York City."“Right now, we're seeing extraordinary success in keeping our schools safe. I want to keep them...…AdvertisementThis is our regular update following the for Tuesday, December 15th, 2020.New York City’s public schools will stay open even if the rest of the city to combat increasing coronavirus rates, Mayor Bill de Blasio vowed at his Tuesday press briefing.While acknowledging that the final call to keep schools open is up to Governor Andrew Cuomo, de Blasio said he believed the city’s schools -- of which only are currently open for in-person learning -- are “the safest places in New York City."“Right now, we're seeing extraordinary success in keeping our schools safe. I want to keep them...WW…

Advertisementfor the recent increase in COVID-19 rates across New York, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams still held a fundraiser for his mayoral bid inside an Upper West Side restaurant where some supporters were reportedly spotted mask-less before eating.Adams——held the fundraiser inside Good Enough To Eat on Columbus Avenue Friday night before 18 supporters, according to .Before Adams offered remarks, supporters were spotted by the Daily News closely seated at tables, many not wearing masks as required before they can begin eating. When Adams arrived to speak to supporters inside the...…Advertisementfor the recent increase in COVID-19 rates across New York, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams still held a fundraiser for his mayoral bid inside an Upper West Side restaurant where some supporters were reportedly spotted mask-less before eating.Adams——held the fundraiser inside Good Enough To Eat on Columbus Avenue Friday night before 18 supporters, according to .Before Adams offered remarks, supporters were spotted by the Daily News closely seated at tables, many not wearing masks as required before they can begin eating. When Adams arrived to speak to supporters inside the...WW…

AdvertisementNew York City's seven-day average test positivity is now at 2.8% as coronavirus cases reach their highest level since May, according to updated on Monday.The latest data shows that the city remains precariously close to 3%, the threshold at which Mayor Bill de Blasio has said he would shut public schools and shift completely to remote learning.Health officials on Monday also revised the prior day average positivity reading upward to 2.9%. The city's test data is routinely changed as more results roll in, and a surge in demand for testing marked the around the city and longer...…AdvertisementNew York City's seven-day average test positivity is now at 2.8% as coronavirus cases reach their highest level since May, according to updated on Monday.The latest data shows that the city remains precariously close to 3%, the threshold at which Mayor Bill de Blasio has said he would shut public schools and shift completely to remote learning.Health officials on Monday also revised the prior day average positivity reading upward to 2.9%. The city's test data is routinely changed as more results roll in, and a surge in demand for testing marked the around the city and longer...WW…

AdvertisementA statewide law banning single-use plastic bags at supermarkets, delis, and superstores will finally be enforced on Monday, following months of delay triggered by a lawsuit and the COVID-19 pandemic.The Bag Waste Reduction Law took effect on March 1st as part of the state's eco-friendly goal of reducing the number of bags used across New York State, which currently stands . Businesses were initially given a grace period until April 1st, to give them time to adjust to the new law without getting fined.But just as the law went into effect, the Bodega and Small Business...…AdvertisementA statewide law banning single-use plastic bags at supermarkets, delis, and superstores will finally be enforced on Monday, following months of delay triggered by a lawsuit and the COVID-19 pandemic.The Bag Waste Reduction Law took effect on March 1st as part of the state's eco-friendly goal of reducing the number of bags used across New York State, which currently stands . Businesses were initially given a grace period until April 1st, to give them time to adjust to the new law without getting fined.But just as the law went into effect, the Bodega and Small Business...WW…

The NYPD used an overwhelming show of force in disrupting an outdoor concert in Park Slope, according to shocked residents who've never witnessed such a large response in the neighborhood.Megan Devir was sitting outside her home on President Street Friday evening when she heard NYPD sirens blaring up the block from where bands were playing. Devir quickly noticed cops had formed a line on President Street and Seventh Avenue, with several dozen officers exiting their vehicles. She said the response went from "zero to 100," with officers strapping on riot gear."Some people were asking...…The NYPD used an overwhelming show of force in disrupting an outdoor concert in Park Slope, according to shocked residents who've never witnessed such a large response in the neighborhood.Megan Devir was sitting outside her home on President Street Friday evening when she heard NYPD sirens blaring up the block from where bands were playing. Devir quickly noticed cops had formed a line on President Street and Seventh Avenue, with several dozen officers exiting their vehicles. She said the response went from "zero to 100," with officers strapping on riot gear."Some people were asking...WW…