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NBC New York reports: The feds are slashing terror funding for New York’s mass transit system, according to Sen. Charles Schumer. The surprising move comes just 11 days after a

The Los Angeles City Council, protesting Arizona’s crackdown on illegal immigration, on Wednesday voted to ban most city travel to Arizona and future contracts with companies in that state. During

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Brooklyn, NY – After years of bureaucratic snags, the first affordable housing project in Boro Park in over a decade could be ready for construction in six months. The Culver

Teaneck, NJ – Three incumbents and a former councilman were victorious in Tuesday’s municipal election, turning back five first-time candidates. Deputy Mayor Lizette Parker and Councilman Adam Gussen won their

Albany, NY – Gov. David Paterson’s spokesman said the $42,000 in raises handed out to five staffers are being withdrawn “voluntarily” before any of the additional wages got into paychecks.

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