Nydia Velazquez

Calls to the EPA to renew funding have been met with "silence," the Superfund cleanup's manager said.

Reps. Clarke, Velazquez, Espaillat, Nadler, Meng and Serrano are skipping Friday's inauguration.

The meeting was called off after about 30 minutes of commotion.

Money from an emergency fund will pay for uncovered medical expenses and building damage, he said.

Rep. Nydia Velazquez introduced a bill to increase federal efforts against synthetic drugs including K2.

Elected officials joined members of the community Tuesday as they rallied for a "drug-free Bed-Stuy."

Debbie Medina came out about hitting her son with a belt only after she learned Working Families knew.

Many incumbents easily rode to victory while some new blood claimed victory in the primaries. 

The longtime incumbent garnered about 61 percent of the vote to secure her spot on the ballot.

Nydia Velazquez faces Yungman Lee and Jeff Kurzon in the 7th District's Democratic primary.

Nydia Velazquez said federal officials should monitor the June 28 primary. 

The presidential candidate spoke at The Landing Cafe and Community in Industry City on Saturday.

The federal government has reopened the application process for Sandy-related disaster loans.

Yungman Lee, 63, is running for the 7th Congressional District seat.

Protecting Israel was a main concern for ralliers in Crown Heights on Wednesday night.