RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Daily beats from a quieter Manhattan.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

Scandals

Eric Adams Takes Swings at Media and Mayoral Rivals — But Not at Trump

Mayor Adams’ evasive stance on Trump and immigration issues, amidst his own legal woes, raises doubts about his commitment to Democratic principles and genuine leadership.

As Schools Chancellor Bows Out, Adams Dodges Questions About Plethora of Probes

Mayor Eric Adams dismisses concerns about federal investigations into his administration, claiming they won’t hinder his governance or re-election efforts. However, a series of high-profile resignations and absent aides raise questions about the health of his team. Adams insists talent is abundant, but mounting departures suggest otherwise.

Schools Chancellor David Banks Announces He’s Retiring Amid Federal Investigations

Federal agents recently visited Chancellor David Banks’ home and seized his phones amid an investigation into potential misconduct involving his family and Mayor Eric Adams’ administration. His unexpected retirement announcement raises questions about his leadership and the integrity of the administration, particularly as pressure mounts on Adams following other high-profile resignations.

A Big RIOC Scandal Resonates Now. Remember Fernando Martinez?

The biggest RIOC scandal – for now, at least – forced three resignations and a jail sentence. But more important today, it shines a glaring light on current failures in accountability – and its board’s along with Governor Hochul’s apparent…