Tag: New York

Pot Shops Sue New York Over Regulation Error

For the longest time, marijuana use has been a heated topic for Americans. Many people criticize its use for being a gateway drug, while others vouch for its medicinal applications. Regardless of these thoughts and opinions, many cannabis businesses rely on the states that have legalized the substance. Many such shops have recently sued the […]

Trump Suggests Federal Takeover of New York City 

The mayoral race seems to be over for Andrew Cuomo, as Zohran Mamdani takes the lead as the Democratic party’s primary candidate. This bit of news was followed shortly by President Donald Trump commenting on Tuesday that he is considering taking over New York City if Zohran wins the election.   Donald Trump claims that the […]

New York Governor Plans to Build Nuclear Power Plant

We have always been searching for more ways to create the power we need, from discovering alternative power sources to reimagining the ones we have now. The amount of electricity it takes to power a city like New York is staggering, so Governor Kathy Hochul plans to build a new nuclear plant.   This proposed facility […]

New York Needs to Push for More Environmental Health 

Over the years, New York has passed many bills regarding the city’s health. These laws often help regulate gas emissions, air pollution, and other air-borne issues. While these efforts are a step in the right direction, they should also focus on the many different problems that the city faces when it comes to providing a […]

Pete Alonso Is On Fire Right Now

Pete Alonso Is On Fire Right Now

Pete Alonso, team member of the New York Mets, has recently become the newest addition to the list of baseball players who have officially etched their names into MLB history. During yesterday’s game between the New York Mets and the Colorado Rockies, Pete Alonso scored two homerun shots to secure his new record while the […]

Stop Blaming Migrants: NYC’s Crisis is About Mismanagement, Not Asylum Seekers

Stop Blaming Migrants: NYC’s Crisis is About Mismanagement, Not Asylum Seekers

New York City is many things: lively, resilient, diverse, and a mecca for fashion and art. But as the city grapples with an influx of asylum seekers, it is becoming a scapegoating machine.  Headlines and politicians have focused on migrants as the center of the city’s financial and housing struggles. But this isn’t a migrant […]

Mexican Navy Ship Crashes into Brooklyn Bridge

The famous Brooklyn Bridge in New York found itself amid a huge accident last Saturday when a large navy ship collided with the structure, resulting in two deaths and multiple injuries inside the vessel. The world got to see the result of this tragedy with many videos and pictures displaying the wrecked ship.  The Mexican […]

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