via Gothamist
The New York YMCA That Inspired the Village People
Former residents of the McBurney Y in Chelsea say the reality of stays there was more complicated than the portrayal in the 40-year-old song "YMCA."
Place: Manhattan
States Must Do More to Help Student Borrowers: Watchdog
The Trump administration is cutting back on regulation of student-loan servicing agencies, and states like New York must step in to fill the gap, an industry watchdog said.
Seminary May Divert Housing Funds for Staff and ‘Sandwiches’
Union Theological Seminary pledged $5 million for affordable housing. But critics say an agreement may allocate only $1 million for that purpose.
via The Wall Street Journal
A Polling Place for the Vulnerable
When New York City’s poll site 094 opens on Tuesday, only a few voters will likely show up.
New York Votes 2018
Our reporters ask voters: What midterm election issue affects you the most and why?
via The Spirit
Protesters Target Developers – and the Mayor
More than 300 demonstrators took to the steps of City Hall to decry the displacement of longtime residents and small businesses.
via Manhattan Times
New Menu Reflects New Crowd in East Harlem
El Paso, a decade-old neighborhood staple, recently reopened as Harlem Industrial Kitchen, which features food and design geared toward a more affluent crowd.
via Gothamist
Grad Student Strike Reverberates Beyond Columbia
The labor action is being closely watched by union activists – and university administrators – across the country.