NEW YORK — Nurses at Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Morningside and West reached tentative agreements on workplace violence. They also addressed safety issues during negotiations on Thursday. At Montefiore, nurses reached tentative agreements on safe staffing. They added coverage so that nurses can take breaks during 12-hour shifts. This ensures that patient safety is not compromised. The announcements, […]

Choose Courage Scripture Readings Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” 2 Timothy 1:7 “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.” Psalm 27:14 “Wait for […]

New York, New York — Twenty years have passed. Audiences first fell in love with the high-stakes, high-fashion world of The Devil Wears Prada. Now, the story returns to the streets of Manhattan with a highly anticipated sequel. Iconic stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci reprise their legendary roles. They bring a new chapter to a […]

New York, New York — Today, voters in New York City are heading to the polls. They are participating in special elections. These elections could shape representation in the state legislature. Three seats are on the ballot. One is the 36th Assembly District in Queens, which was formerly held by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Another is the 74th Assembly District in […]

New York, New York — A critical infrastructure project connecting New York and New Jersey faces a sudden halt. Federal funding has been frozen. This puts the completion of the Hudson River Tunnel at risk. State and regional leaders are now taking legal action. Their goal is to prevent construction from stopping. They aim to protect the thousands of workers […]

LOS ANGELES — Journalist Don Lemon sat down for his first televised interview. This followed his arrest last week. He was covering the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. The arrest, issued by federal authorities, stemmed from Lemon’s coverage of an anti-ICE protest at a Minnesota church. Lemon emphasized that he was present strictly as a journalist, documenting events rather than […]

NEW YORK — Nearly a century after its debut, William Levi Dawson’s groundbreaking Negro Folk Symphony is reclaiming its place. It is now on one of the world’s most prestigious stages. The work premiered at Carnegie Hall in 1934. This event made Dawson the third African American composer to have a symphony performed by a major American orchestra. This was […]

NEW YORK — Technology is evolving at breakneck speed. New York City’s Fire Department is embracing robotics. They are doing this to enhance safety and efficiency on the front lines. The FDNY’s robotics team is considered one of the best in the world. They are now using high-tech devices, from drones to robotic dogs. These devices support firefighters and protect […]

NEW YORK — Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that Adrienne Adams, the former New York City Council Speaker, will join her on the ballot. Adrienne Adams previously held the position of New York City Council Speaker. This announcement is for this year. She will be running for the position of lieutenant governor. Adams, a lifelong Queens resident and mother, is […]

NEW YORK — Ten days have passed since last week’s record-breaking snowstorm. New York City sanitation crews are still working around the clock. They are clearing streets, sidewalks, and fire hydrants. Temperatures remain below freezing. Mayor Zohran Mamdani reported that crews have cleared over 52,000 crosswalks. They have also cleared 11,000 fire hydrants and 17,000 bus stops. Additionally, more than […]