Jessica Gould

Families who live within half a mile of their kid’s school say they’re being unfairly left out of the program that offers big savings.

Schools Chancellor David Banks said he'd announce a plan to restrict smartphones in classrooms during the summer. But Mayor Eric Adams put the idea on hold, saying the city wasn't ready to roll out the new rules.

Two of the victims were reported in critical condition; the NYPD said there was no 'active shooter' and the festivities would go on.

The report from a Columbia antisemitism task force cites accounts from nearly 500 students.

The amendment's supporters worry its vague language has opened the door to misinformation.

These local organizations are accepting donations and hosting giveaways before public schools reconvene on Sept. 5

In a city surrounded by water, finding free or affordable swim lessons for kids can be confoundingly hard, creating a headache for parents and a public safety crisis, according to some advocates.

Deputy Chancellor Kara Ahmed, who was hired by Mayor Eric Adams, announced she was departing on Tuesday.

Frozen T-shirts and more indoor activities are a few of the strategies camps use as extreme weather becomes more common.

Gothamist interviewed experts, parents and staff around the city and country about some of the key challenges of keeping phones out of school.

Gothamist interviewed students who are speaking at their commencement ceremonies about the message they hope to convey to classmates.

Mayor Adams said the coursework will provide students with a better understanding of the fundamentals and how mathematics apply to daily life.