Private-sector workers will be required to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and teens and adults will need two vaccine doses to dine indoors under new mandates that take effect in New York City on Monday. Full Story
De Blasio to Force All NYC Businesses to Mandate Vaccines
New York City employers will have to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for their workers under new rules announced Monday by Mayor Bill de Blasio. Full Story
New Vaccine Mandate for All NYC Private Schools, Yeshivas
All non-public school employees - including Private Schools and Yeshivas - must provide proof of the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccination by Dec. 20 as part of the city's latest health mandate. Full Story
New Sports Club to Offer Soccer, Basketball in Crown Heights
Crown Heights Sports will be opening at the newly renovated former Armory on Bedford Avenue and will offer organized soccer and basketball for both boys and girls in the neighborhood. Full Story, Photos
CDC Head Endorses Covid Vaccine For Children Ages 5-11
Dr. Rochelle Walensky of the US Centers for Disease Control is endorsing a recommendation to vaccinate children ages 5-11 against Covid-19, clearing the way for immediate vaccination of the youngest age group yet. If mandated, Jewish parents and schools will face a tough decision. Full Story
Trash Piles in New York City Over Mayor’s Vaccine Mandate
That growing pile in front of the house? It's a silent strike after Mayor Bill de Blasio issued a Covid vaccine mandate for New York City workers. "Prepare for the worst and hope for the best," sanitation boss Joseph Mannion said. Full Story
What Crown Heights Wants From the Next Mayor of NYC
COLlive.com interviewed store owners and residents in the Crown Heights neighborhood about the pressing issues facing New York City and what they expect from the next elected mayor who will succeed Bill de Blasio, whether it is Democrat Eric Adams or Republican Curtis Sliwa. Full Story
Governor, Mayor, Elected Officials and Top Brass Join Sukkah Celebration
Community activist and NYPD Hon. Commissioner Devorah Halberstam hosted an elaborate Sukkah celebration with a who's who of political and top brass leaders with family and friends, including Governor Kathy Hochul, Mayor Bill Deblasio, and Nominee for Mayor Eric Adams. Full Story, Photos
Gov. Andrew Cuomo Resigns as Governor of NY
Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned over a barrage of harassment allegations Tuesday in a fall from grace a year after he was widely hailed nationally for his detailed daily briefings and leadership during the darkest days of COVID-19. Full Story, Video
NYC to Mandate Proof of COVID Vaccine for Indoor Activities
New York City residents and visitors will be required to show proof of vaccination for indoor dining, gyms, and shows, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Tuesday. Full Story
NYC to Pay People $100 to Get COVID Vaccine
Starting Friday, any New York City resident who gets a first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine at a city-run vaccination site will receive $100, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced. Full Story
Wiley Eliminated in NYC Mayoral Race; Adams & Garcia Remain
Eric Adams's lead in the New York Mayoral race has narrowed considerably in the latest results, progressive candidate Maya Wiley has been eliminated. Full Story
Andrew Yang Concedes in NY Mayor’s Race
Entrepreneur Andrew Yang conceded in the Democratic mayoral primary during a campaign event Tuesday night, ending his bid for City Hall; Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams leads in early returns. Full Story, Video
‘Where It All Started’: Eric Adams Visits on Election Eve
Eric Adams, the leading candidate for mayor of New York City, visited the Crown Heights neighborhood on Monday night, the eve of the Democratic primary election. "Here is where it all started," he said, flanked by community activist Chanina Sperlin. He spoke about the inspiration of "the grand Rebbe." Full Story, Photos, Video
Watch: Pro-Palestinians Attacked Jews in New York City
The NYPD Hate Crime Task Force has launched an investigation into an assault of a Jewish man in Times Square on Thursday, one of several disturbing videos on social media this week showing Jews being attacked in New York City. Full Story, Video
New York City Lowers Speed Limits on 45 Miles of Streets
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that speed limits will be reduced on 45 miles of major streets with some of the highest rates of crashes across the city; NYPD will also crack down on speeding. Full Story
Igud HaRabbonim Calls on NYC to Enact Moment of Silence
The Rabbinical Alliance of America - Igud HaRabbonim is calling on New York City to follow the example of Florida and enact "a Moment of Silence" for students in public schools to fight violence and hatred. Full Story, Video
New York City Will Reopen 100% on July 1, Mayor Says
New York City will fully reopen starting July 1, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Thursday. “We are ready for stores to open, for businesses to open, offices, theaters, full strength.” Full Story
CDC Eases Mask Rules; NYC Says Not So Fast
CDC head Dr. Rochelle Walensky said people don't need to wear masks outside if alone or with family whether they're vaccinated or not. Mayor Bill de Blasio's senior public health adviser said they first want to review the details. Full Story, Video
NYC Mayoral Candidate Promises Vaccines For Brooklyn Jews
As opposed to Bill de Blasio, his hopeful successor Kathryn Garcia promises to "prioritize vaccine access" to Borough Park, Crown Heights and Williamsburg and repair relations with the frum Jewish community. Full Story, Video
Frum Workforce Program Benefited 2,400 With Career Advancement
One of the most positively impactful initiatives of Mayor Bill de Blasio benefiting the charedi communities of New York City has been the Mayor’s signature career services program, the Workforce Development Program, which has benefitted over 2,400 Orthodox Jewish individuals. Full Story
Emergency Travel Restrictions Issued for New York
Mayor Bill de Blasio tonight issued a state of emergency ahead of the snow storm, including restrictions on non-essential travel beginning 6:00 A.M. on Monday, February 1st. Full Story
De Blasio Promises “Vaccines for All” – Except Crown Heights
Selective discrimination? Mayor Bill de Blasio promised “equitable distribution” of the COVID vaccine in New York City. But doctors and residents in Crown Heights tell COLlive.com that not a single dose was offered or is available to them. Full Story, Video
Richardson Endorses Scott Stringer for Mayor of NYC
New York State Assemblymember Diana Richardson, who represents Crown Heights, announced she is endorsing Scott Stringer, the New York City Comptroller who is Jewish, for Mayor of New York City. Full Story
New York Expanding Vaccine Eligibility
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced he is expanding the vaccine distribution network to individuals over the ages of 75, those who work in education and first responders. Full Story