Benjamin J. Davis Jr., Lawyer, Communist, And City Council Member In Harlem 1903-1964

Benjamin Jefferson Davis Jr., September 8, 1903 – August 22, 1964, was a Harlem lawyer and communist who was elected in 1943 to the NYC Council, representing Harlem. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use.…

Mayor Adams Puts The Brakes On City Council’s Safety Gamble

 Following vocal opposition from faith leaders, community advocates, business organizations, district attorneys, law enforcement professionals, and everyday New Yorkers. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this…

Immigrant Advocates Commend City Council Advances In Inclusive Budget

Yesterday, the New York City Council released its response to Mayor Adams’ preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form,…

The NYC Districting Commissions Generated 8,300 Submissions On Its Preliminary Plan Of City Council Maps

The New York City Districting Commission is sifting through more than 8,300 submissions it received from diverse populations from Harlem to Hollis. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use.…

Smoke Jazz Club, A Cultural Cornerstone Of Harlem, Set For Ribbon-Cutting Led By City Council Member Gale Brewer

A ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring local dignitaries and a live jazz performance to celebrate the reopening of uptown’s premier jazz club, Smoke in Harlem. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact…

NYC Districting Commission Fails Immigrant New Yorkers From Hollis To Harlem In Draft City Council Maps

Today, the NYC Districting Commission released its preliminary plan on the new City Council district maps. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By submitting this form,…

Chancellor Porter And City Council Announce Historic $4 Million Investment In Language Access For All

Today, Schools Chancellor Meisha Porter and City Council announced the launch of “Language Access for All,” from Harlem to Hollis. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave…

Uptown’s Rosenthal And City Council Mandate Critical Maternal Health Services On Rikers Island

Today the City Council overwhelmingly passed legislation introduced by Council Member Helen Rosenthal to increase critical maternal health services for people incarcerated on Rikers Island. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe…