As the summer heat begins to creep in, we want to ensure that New Yorkers have access to the necessary resources to stay protected from rising temperatures. Through the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, HEAP is offering a Cooling Assistance benefit to help you

As a veteran, Memorial Day holds a special place in my heart. It is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness ensure the freedoms we enjoy today. Let us take a moment

I am thrilled to have presented PS4, the Duke Ellington School, with a check for $100,000. My love for this school began in my first year as an Assembly Member, and the dedication of the staff, parents, and students continues to amaze me. Principal Adam Stevens and his team are

This past Friday, I had the incredible honor of visiting Community Health Academy of the Heights (CHAH) for two amazing reasons. First, I presented the school with a $100,000 check to support their continued excellence in education. Second, I had the privilege of presenting

I had the honor of attending the 1st Annual Emma L. Bowen Celebration of Motherhood at the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center on Saturday, May 18, 2024. This heartwarming event showcased the dedication and support provided by the center to our community. A highlight of the

NYCHA’s Section 8 waitlist is open for the first time this year. Don’t miss this opportunity to submit your application to be added to the Housing Choice Voucher waitlist. To apply visit the link in my bio.

I am delighted to see the Inwood Hill Park Nature Center reopen after being closed since Superstorm Sandy in 2012. This center is a true treasure for our community, providing a valuable space to learn about our local environment and history. The new interactive exhibits,

I am excited to announce that on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, I will be hosting an Older Adults Resource Fair at Riverbank Park. This event offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with both local and national organizations to discover the benefits and

Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads who fill our lives with love, wisdom, and strength. Your unwavering support and boundless love mean the world to us. Family is everything, whether by blood or by choice, and today we celebrate all the amazing fathers and the

On this Juneteenth, as we honor the emancipation and freedoms granted to our ancestors freed from enslavement, we must acknowledge that our struggle continues—it has only just begun. Yesterday, I was privileged to stand with our resilient Harlem community at the Interfaith

Extreme Heat Alert! With the extreme heat we’re experiencing, it’s crucial to stay safe and cool. NYC Emergency Management has activated the Heat Emergency Plan through Wednesday. Cooling centers are open across the city. Find one near you by scanning the QR code in the image.

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Public safety is a top priority. I stand with DA Bragg in ensuring that those who threaten our communities with illegal firearms face consequences. Together, we’ll keep our communities safe. #SafetyFirst #StopGunViolence

Today, the Black leaders of the Caucus came together to unveil the Empower Black New York Agenda aimed at improving the lives of Black New Yorkers across the state. #AgencyandAction #BlackHistoryMonth

Yesterday I connected with the incredible folks from New York State YMCAs at the Capitol, and yes, I hopped on the blender bike! The Y serves 1.4M+ NYers, building healthier bodies, stronger minds & communities. Thanks for the smoothies & smiles! #YMCA #HealthyLiving

Trump to Withhold $18 Billion for New York-Area Transit Projects nytimes.com/2025/10/01/nyr… via @NYTimes Harlem has waited 100+ years for the 2nd Ave Subway. Freezing $3.4B isn’t accountability, it’s injustice. We won’t wait another century. #KeepThePromise #SecondAveSubway