Bronx Congressman Ritchie Torres is accusing Gov. Kathy Hochul of bungling oversight of a program for toddlers with severe disabilities such as autism and down’s syndrome.

Yet Torres voted for the Laken Riley Act that includes undocumented migrants who are accused of nonviolent theft-based crimes — like shoplifting — as candidates for deportation. In March, he voted against last year’s version of the bill.

The Bronx’s moderate congressman on Israel, immigration, Daniel Penny and the possibility of a primary challenge against Gov. Kathy Hochul.

Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres held a press conference on Monday to urge Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state to do more for the New York State Early Intervention Program. News 12 Staff Jan 27, 2025, 10:55 PM

A new bill introduced on Wednesday by Rep. Ritchie Torres, a Bronx Democrat, would offer taxpayers a 20% credit for filtration systems that remove lead from drinking water. The filters, experts said, would serve as a temporary solution ahead of a deadline in 10 years for landlords to replace all lead pipes in the country carrying drinking water.

Development of renewable energy and housing is often seen as a threat in New York. But a solar project won a key court ruling.

The bill, which is widely supported by Jewish advocacy groups, is partly a response to increases in masked antisemitic intimidation

Mayor Eric Adams’ plan to open a 2,200-bed shelter for migrant men in the South Bronx is being met with massive resistance from residents and elected

Levine called the firebrand Dem’s support a “real honor” and hopes to team up to “take on the cost of living, make New York more affordable and make life easier for New

PATIENT CONFIDENTIALITY: City Hall sought to clarify the mayor’s health status Monday evening after sparking a torrent of speculation throughout the day with a late-night post about Eric Adams’ wellbeing.

Hochul has engaged when necessary. She told reporters the spending freeze is harmful and backed Attorney General Letitia James leading a multistate lawsuit to squelch the pause. James, who has tangled with Trump since his first term, is poised to become a national figure with him back in the presidency.

The Bronx’s moderate congressman on Israel, immigration, Daniel Penny and the possibility of a primary challenge against Gov. Kathy Hochul.