New York City Council

The New York City Council has given final approval to redevelop the former Domino Sugar Factory site.

The "audible alarms bill" is sponsored by central Brooklyn Councilman Robert Cornegy.

The proposals, first suggested last year, would share more power with the City Council membership.

A new bill that would alarm elementary school exits is crucial with universal pre-K, its sponsor says.

The ID, part of a State of the City promise by Mayor de Blasio, works like a driver's license.

Bed-Stuy business leaders and city officials discussed issues facing small business in central Brooklyn.

Every year the city sells off tax debt. Central Brooklyn is disproportionately affected, advocates say.

Costa Constantinides' bill would mandate potholes be filled days after a complaint is made.

Manhattan Councilman Ben Kallos is trying to expand reforms in Manhattan into the other boroughs.

Robert Cornegy was picked to head the council's small business committee and joins five other committees.

The new council came to order with a mix of allies and enemies being appointed to key positions.

Councilman Dromm was selected to chair education, while Councilwoman Ferreras will head finance.

The Queens councilman was elected Tuesday to the second most powerful City Council spot.

Laurie Cumbo invited a diverse crowd to her swearing-in celebration for her 35th District seat. 

The group demanded Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights council members enact participatory budgeting.