Robert Jackson

Politicians push back against school closing

At a Tuesday night meeting at the 26th police precinct, City Council member Robert Jackson and several other politicians joined the chorus of support for Wadleigh Secondary School.

By Finn Vigeland | Feb 1 04:42 am ET

Local pols voice support for investigation, Jackson defends LDC

Local politicians have said that the State Attorney General's investigation into the West Harlem Local Development Corporation's records is justified.

By Katie Bentivoglio and Jillian Kumagai | Nov 9 12:35 am ET

Politicians look to finalize community benefits agreement before construction begins at Baker field

According to a University spokesperson, Columbia will begin erecting perimeter site fencing and delivering equipment by the end of the month.

By Chelsea Lo | Apr 19 05:23 am ET

Inwood politicians pushing own Baker agendas

Robert Jackson and Ydanis Rodriguez have taken their disagreements about plans for Baker Field to the public.

By Chelsea Lo | Mar 25 02:31 am ET

Politicians call for more benefits before Baker Field vote

State Senator Adriano Espaillat and City Council member Robert Jackson spoke at two public meetings about Baker Field this weekend.

By Chelsea Lo | Mar 21 02:12 am ET

Smoking ban in parks divides UWS, Harlem politicians

City Council members Brewer and Jackson disagree on a ban on smoking in all of the city’s parks and public beaches that passed the Council on Feb. 2.

By Emily Neil | Feb 9 03:20 am ET

Baker Field plan moves forward in city review process

The plans for the proposed five-story Campbell Sports Center are now before the Department of City Planning for consideration in the coming months.

By Sarah Darville | Nov 12 04:51 am ET

SLIDESHOWs: Dominican Day Parade

By Jasper L. Clyatt and Andra Mihali
Aug 9 10:08 pm ET

No rain on Rangel's parade

Despite an ethics controversy that may derail Congressman Charles Rangel's career, a host of loyal politicians and constituents attended the Dominican Day Parade just to support him.

By Kim Kirschenbaum | Aug 9 10:39 am ET

Residents fear Section 8 federal funds only temporary fix

Disabled and living in the neighborhood for 46 years, Miguel Lopez relies on Section 8 city vouchers for his apartment.

By Hien Truong | Apr 30 01:55 am ET

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