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How Many NYC Jobs? State SNAFU Brings Confusion
A new analysis says the state labor department miscounted job gains, making it impossible to tell if New York is shedding employment.
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Disabled New Yorkers Oppose Bill to End 24-Hour Shifts for Home Aides
The battle over the “No More 24” bill has pit workers’ rights against the needs of people who rely on round-the-clock care.
Posted inEconomy
Mamdani’s ‘Economic Justice’ Deputy Wants a Bigger Pie
In a dramatic shift, Deputy Mayor Julie Su says progressive policies will lift New York City’s economy.
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Job Losses and Wall Street Woes Cloud NYC’s Economic Outlook
New jobs numbers are front and center as Albany and City Hall wrangle over tight budgets and Mayor Mamdani’s push for tax increases.
Posted inLabor
Actors Union Strike Settlement Tackles Streaming and AI Concerns
An estimated 185,000 New York film and TV professionals will be able to resume work after months of picketing by performers and writers that shut down a major New York industry.
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Uber and Lyft to Pay New York Drivers $328 Million Following AG Wage Theft Probe
As part of the settlement with State Attorney General Letitia James, drivers will also receive paid sick leave, pay minimums and more.
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NYC Has Recovered Nearly All Jobs Lost in the Pandemic
In other positive news, tax revenues for the first half of the fiscal year exceeded projections by $1.7 billion — but risks still lie ahead.