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Apr 24, 2025 RIOC Jobs: A New CEO Search Signals Transparency—But Are They Looking for the Right Leader? For the first time in recent memory, Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) has taken a more open and professional approach to hiring…

Jan 27, 2025 Hochul and Adams Budget Generously, Despite Looming Washington Threats Tax rebates and heavy spending define spending proposals unveiled as Trump and Republican-controlled Congress prepare likely federal cuts to social programs. By…

Nov 23, 2024 Report: New York failed to verify Medicaid spending on home care New York's Medicaid system wasted billions on unverified home care services, revealing shocking oversight failures. Where's the accountability in a system bilking…

Oct 23, 2024 Report: New York’s police misconduct payouts top $1 billion New York is a leading state for police misconduct settlements, with over $1 billion paid in 14 years, highlighting accountability issues and…

Oct 16, 2024 Fiscal watchdog urges New York panel to set limits on outside pay for officials (The Center Square) — Fiscal watchdogs are urging a New York commission not to approve pay raises for top agency heads unless…

Oct 10, 2024 A Guide to the Six Ballot Questions New Yorkers Will Vote on in 2024 New Yorkers will vote on six ballot measures this November, including a constitutional amendment for anti-discrimination protections and five proposals altering city…

Sep 24, 2024 Gov. Hochul’s rating falls below Trump in New York New York Governor Kathy Hochul's favorability has plummeted, falling below Donald Trump's, with only 34% of voters supporting her. A Siena College…

Sep 12, 2024 The Roosevelt Island Lighthouse Earns Excellence in Historic Preservation Award The Preservation League of New York State awarded ten projects with excellence awards, including the restoration of the Roosevelt Island Lighthouse. Praising…

Sep 4, 2024 Ex-Hochul Aide’s Indictment as Alleged China Operative Riles Local Community Leaders The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Brooklyn has charged Linda Sun, a former official in Gov. Kathy Hochul's office, and her spouse Chris…

Aug 14, 2024 MTA Rolls Out More Rented Guards to Beat Fare Evasion Transit officials bet the expanded presence of private security personnel will deter gate- jumpers. By Jose Martinez, and Ashley Borja Aug 14…

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