New York

A retired FBI agent addressed concerns about rising political threats at a historic Republican club in New York City. The event focused on personal security amid perceptions of increasing urban dangers. Attendees shared stories of vigilantism and sought advice on navigating crowded streets and mass transit.

28. Januar 2026 Von KI berichtet Fakten geprüft

New York City’s subway—much of it more than a century old and largely underground—is increasingly exposed to heavier downpours and hotter summer conditions. Recent flooding has repeatedly disrupted service, prompting officials to accelerate climate-resilience plans that transit leaders say will require billions of dollars in long-term investment.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled a plan to boost child care spending, marking progress toward universal care for children under five. The initiative commits $1.21 billion to New York City to begin implementing the program this year. Mamdani highlighted it as a step to restore faith in democracy by delivering on campaign promises.

7. Januar 2026 Von KI berichtet

In her first week as New York City Director of Tenant Protection—appointed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani shortly after his January 1, 2026, inauguration—Cea Weaver encountered backlash over past social media posts, a strained interview, and an emotional encounter with reporters. She is now leading the 'Rental Ripoff Hearings' to address tenant complaints in ongoing housing disputes.

Zohran Mamdani was inaugurated as New York City mayor in a chilly ceremony at City Hall Park, pledging to govern as a democratic socialist amid a large crowd. Within hours, he issued an executive order revoking several pro-Israel policies established by his predecessor. The moves drew praise from supporters for affordability and diversity initiatives but criticism from Jewish community leaders and Israel.

1. Januar 2026 Von KI berichtet

Lillian Bonsignore, appointed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani last month, will assume leadership of the Fire Department of New York on Thursday as its first openly gay chief. With decades in emergency medical services but no firefighting experience, her role follows Commissioner Robert Tucker's resignation and underscores debates on diversity in public safety.