Longtime Harlem leader Bill Perkins laid to rest
Dignitaries, family and friends attended the funeral of the former state lawmaker on Thursday.
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Dignitaries, family and friends attended the funeral of the former state lawmaker on Thursday.
The former New York State Senator and New York City Council member died earlier this month at his Harlem home.
If Mayor Adams allows the measure to become law, it could be a notable departure for the city, which has for years sent police and sanitation crews to clear homeless encampments as they arise.
The City Council unanimously approved a "Homeless Bill of Rights" last month.
Some advocates and parents tell CBS2 investigator Tim McNicholas the current laws have fallen short.
The first-term incumbent announced Tuesday that she does not plan to commit to another two years.
Perkins represented Harlem's 9th District on two occasions.
Perkins served as a member of the New York State Senate and New York City Council representing Harlem.
The City Council's Bipartisan Common Sense Caucus says the plan is punishing people who live in the outer boroughs.
The measure would amend city law to add weight and height to the list of identifiers that are considered protected.
The city has welcomed over 60,000 asylum seekers in the past year and more than 37,000 remain in the city's care.
The New York City Council is blasting Mayor Eric Adams' response to the ongoing asylum seekers crisis.
The Committee on Mental Health held a hearing on Thursday.
The council is considering a slate of legislation that would expand outreach, education and resources available to New Yorkers.
Mayor Eric Adams is many things: a blue-collar mayor trying to keep the city afloat, a technology geek and a New Yorker with plenty of swagger.
Two members voted no and four abstained during Thursday's meeting.
There's controversy after the New York City Council passed a resolution to recognize April 29 as End Jew Hatred Day.
Proponents of this bill argue scaling the fees would encourage more people to pay.
The New York City Council is considering a fine system where if you make more, you pay more.
They focus on sites for new pools, free swimming lessons for children, and lifeguard staffing.
A new bill would require the city to look into new locations for public swimming pools.
Current lead standards have been in place since 2004.
The New York City Council is considering a package of legislation to protect New Yorkers from lead.
Their roadmap includes expanding prevention and supportive services, investing in the workforce and focusing on the criminal justice system.
New York's budget is really late. Meanwhile, Republicans came here to say our streets are unsafe. There are so many questions, but what are the answers?
