Harlem politicians, civic groups seek better participation in 2010 census

With just a 40 percent participation rate, Harlem has been among the lowest-counted communities in North America. As the March 2010 census approaches, some claim that this is about to change.

By Kim Kirschenbaum | Feb 26 04:46 am ET

With just a 40 percent participation rate, Harlem has been among the lowest-counted communities in North America. As the March 2010 census approaches, some claim that this is about to change.

Stringer launches bank initiative, targets Harlem

In an effort to reduce the number of Manhattan residents who rely on non-bank institutions for their cash supplies, Stringer has unveiled a program called “Bank on Manhattan.”

By Aaron Kiersh | Feb 16 02:26 am ET

In an effort to reduce the number of Manhattan residents who rely on non-bank institutions for their cash supplies, Stringer has unveiled a program called “Bank on Manhattan.”

Council member Jackson kicks off tax season in Harlem

New York City Council member Robert Jackson is kicking off the tax season—one street corner at a time.

By Aaron Kiersh | Feb 1 02:22 am ET

New York City Council member Robert Jackson is kicking off the tax season—one street corner at a time.

Bedbugs spread, residents criticize city’s inaction

Bedbugs are an increasing problem citywide, and some local residents feel the city is not doing enough to address the problem.

By Claire Luchette | Jan 26 01:32 am ET

Bedbugs are an increasing problem citywide, and some local residents feel the city is not doing enough to address the problem.

Locals: Out with Bloomberg

Voters came out on Tuesday to cast ballots for citywide races.

By William Jacobs, Leah Greenbaum, and Sam Levin | Nov 4 12:48 am ET

Voters came out on Tuesday to cast ballots for citywide races.

Robert Jackson hits his hometown streets to secure district votes

When City Councilman Robert Jackson says "rain or shine," he means it.

By Sam Levin | Oct 30 01:55 am ET

When City Councilman Robert Jackson says "rain or shine," he means it.

As their rents rise, small businesses need a boost

As the recession continues to take a toll on small businesses, the New York City Council is considering a measure to help them. Along with 18 co-sponsors, Council member Robert Jackson, who represents Morningside Heights, recently proposed the Small Business Survival Act to grant commercial tenants additional rights during the lease renewal process.

By Minji Reem | May 3 10:07 pm ET

As the recession continues to take a toll on small businesses, the New York City Council is considering a measure to help them. Along with 18 co-sponsors, Council member Robert Jackson, who represents Morningside Heights, recently proposed the Small Business Survival Act to grant commercial tenants additional rights during the lease renewal process.

Harlem Hosts Schools Fair

Hundreds of eager parents and children stretched out the door of Nat Holman Gym at City College on Saturday, waiting to get into the Harlem Education Fair.

By Lydia Wileden | Mar 2 01:34 am ET

Hundreds of eager parents and children stretched out the door of Nat Holman Gym at City College on Saturday, waiting to get into the Harlem Education Fair.

Jackson Condemns DOE Computer Contract

Local City Councilman Robert Jackson has added to mounting criticism of a year-old computerized system designed to assess and evaluate city public schools, calling in a letter to Education Chancell

By Alicia Outing | Apr 3 03:36 am ET

Local City Councilman Robert Jackson has added to mounting criticism of a year-old computerized system designed to assess and evaluate city public schools, calling in a letter to Education Chancell