On April 2nd, 2022, in East Flatbush, Brooklyn resident Khadija Haynes (co-author of this article) passed out while inside her basement apartment as a result of carbon Monoxide poisoning. Long before this, the conditions within her apartment were deteriorating.
The New-York Historical Society will present the 2022 History Makers Award to opera superstar, arts innovator, and civic leader Anthony Roth Costanzo for his achievements in the performing arts and for his activism. The gala will take place on October 6, 2022, at New-York Historical’s Central Park West home. Pam Schafler, chair emerita of New-York Historical’s Board of Trustees, will be honored with the 1804 Founders Medal for Distinguished Service. Renowned historian and Pulitzer prize-winning author Jon Meacham will deliver the keynote address.
Mayor Eric Adams has begun a campaign to remove homeless encampments around the city. Over the course of 12 days, Mayor Eric Adams has removed 239 of 244 homeless encampment sites.
Mayor Eric Adams has begun a campaign to remove homeless encampments around the city. Over the course of 12 days, Mayor Eric Adams has removed 239 of 244 homeless encampment sites.