Carmen De La Rosa

ICE agents were spotted in multiple New York locations, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, with some wearing masks and body armor while stopping individuals and using pepper spray on protesters. A local council member criticized ICE's presence, and the New York Immigration Coalition warned of increased enforcement activity.

The New York City Council approved a one-time $10,000 supplemental wage for paraprofessionals in public schools to address staffing shortages and low wages. The payment, known as the 'Respect Check,' aims to stabilize the workforce and improve support for students with disabilities.

The City Council approved a one-time $10,000 payment for public school paraprofessionals in an effort to improve retention and recruitment. Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized the bill as violating state labor law, while Councilmember Carmen de la Rosa highlighted the affordability crisis and low starting salaries for paraprofessionals. The program, costing $244 million, would distribute payments in four installments starting in 2027.

The City Council approved a one-time $10,000 payment for public school paraprofessionals to address retention and recruitment challenges, with a total cost of $244 million. Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized the bill as a violation of state labor law, while Councilmember Carmen de la Rosa and United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew supported the initiative despite legal concerns.

The City Council will vote on a bill to provide a $10,000 annual payment to paraprofessionals in the city school system, separate from their salaries, despite legal concerns from the mayor’s office. The United Federation of Teachers argues low pay contributes to high vacancy rates, while the mayor’s office raised doubts about compliance with state labor laws. Councilmember Carmen De La Rosa introduced the bill, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani initially supported it but later expressed caution about its implementation.

The City Council will vote on a bill to provide paraprofessionals in the city school system with a $10,000 workforce stabilization payment, separate from their negotiated salaries, amid concerns about its legality under state labor rules. The United Federation of Teachers supports the move to address low pay and vacancies affecting students with disabilities, while the mayor’s office raises legal and fairness concerns.

New York City officials delayed the release of AI guidance for schools after backlash to a March draft policy. The policy, initially set for June release, will now be published this summer due to public concerns and over 6,500 comments. The draft proposed a traffic light framework for AI use but excluded student AI use, sparking criticism from parents and council members worried about learning and mental health impacts.

New York City education officials delayed the release of AI guidelines for schools due to backlash over their March draft policy. The delay follows nearly 6,500 public comments and concerns from City Council members about AI's impact on learning and mental health, with final guidance now expected this summer.