"Mayor Adams Eases Budget Cuts, Spares Key Services in $109B NYC Budget"

Mayor Eric Adams unveiled a $109 billion budget with cuts to key services, but exempted or softened the blow to schools, libraries, social services, and programs for older New Yorkers, sparing police, fire, and sanitation departments. The proposal reflected better-than-expected tax revenues and a call for more aid to address the migrant crisis. Some severe cuts remain, facing opposition from city councilmembers, with concerns raised about cuts to education and programs. The budget now goes to the City Council for approval.