Politics NY News Headlines Archive for December 23, 2025

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Politics

‘Brink of collapse’: NYC legal services provider says city owes $20M in backpay

By Isabella Gallo

Holiday

Editorial: In a season of light, remember how much we share

By Schneps Media LI

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Queens

City Council bans ‘forever chemicals’ in FDNY equipment with Ariola-backed legislation

By Patrick Stachniak

Montaukett Indian Nation Chief Robert Pharaoh

Hochul Continues to Veto Montaukett Recognition Bill

By Timothy Bolger

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Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson sworn in following 2025 election victory

By Ethan Marshall

Anthony D'Esposito was confirmed to serve as the Inspector General for the Department of Labor.

Nassau

Former U.S. Rep. D’Esposito confirmed as labor Inspector General

By J. Cav Scott

Council Member Sandra Ung speaks at a recent State of the District Address in Flushing Library. Photo courtesy of CM Sandra Ung.

Queens

Sandra Ung gives 4th State of District Address ahead of final term in office

By Shane O’Brien

Mayor Eric Adams speaks about COVID-19 vaccine mandate

Opinion

Op-Ed | Record accomplishments, historic achievements

By Mayor Eric Adams

More from Around New York

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Inside the Bronx’s new gaming spot: Bledix Gaming Cafe creates a unique neighborhood hangout

James Dale and his partner, David Lam, at the NYC Pride March on June 28.

Don’t let the parade pass you by

A 13-year-old boy from College Point was killed and another 13-year-old was critically injured when the scooter he was operating in East Flushing was nearly doored by an elderly man, throwing the passenger into the path of a truck on Monday, June 29.

College Point teen, 13, killed while riding on scooter in Flushing: NYPD

NY: Sporting Club Gjøa – France vs Norway

Sporting Club Gjøa turns Brooklyn clubhouse into Norway’s World Cup home away from home