Jul 29 - By Verena Dobnik, Associated Press Writer
Summer on Coney Island was sweetness by the sea for generations who reveled in the tacky splendor of the Brooklyn beachfront.
Dec 22 - By Associated Press
Polly want a New York City Council resolution? A Queens politician is drafting measures to protect Brooklyn's wild Quaker parrots, whose nests have caused power outages. Councilman Tony Avella wants to make it illegal to capture the parrots and wants the city to relocate their nests when necessary.

Oct 22 - By Sara Kugler, Associated Press Writer
Mayor Michael Bloomberg pulled off a stunning victory Thursday in getting New York City's term-limits law changed so that he can run for a third term, but the billionaire isn't likely to start campaigning until he mends some frayed relationships.

Oct 15 - By Samuel Maull, Associated Press Writer
A judge on Wednesday denied a request from two City Council members to block the council from voting on Mayor Michael Bloomberg's proposal to change the term-limits law so he can run for a third consecutive term.

Oct 7 - By Associated Press
The speaker of the New York City Council says she supports Mayor Michael Bloomberg in his bid to stay in office for a third term.
Aug 13 - By Associated Press
The New York City Council wants to slam the door on stores that blast their air conditioning to lure foot traffic from sizzling sidewalks.
Apr 16 - By Sara Kugler, Associated Press Writer
Two aides to a New York City Council member have been indicted in connection with a slush fund used to funnel millions of taxpayer dollars to pet projects and favored community groups.