Omar Hassan is a versatile reporter known for his ability to connect local stories to broader national trends. He has a particular interest in how grassroots movements influence policy and public opinion.
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Mayor Eric Adams vetoed the Community Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA) and 18 other housing bills on his final day in office, a move celebrated by landlord groups but criticized by housing advocates
An Israeli real estate firm denies activist claims that a planned protest forced the cancellation of its New York event, stating the decision was logistical.
Jason Friedman, a candidate in a crowded Chicago congressional primary, has raised over $1.5 million, with significant funds coming from major donors to AIPAC.
Nevada's proposed $1.65 billion film tax credit bill is facing scrutiny over a provision allowing half of the required private investment to occur miles from the new studio.
Thousands of protesters formed a human shield in Belgrade to protect the bombed-out former army headquarters from a controversial redevelopment plan.
Voters nationwide backed initiatives and candidates focused on housing affordability, new development, and property tax relief in recent state and municipal elections, indicating a strong public deman
A federal appeals court has upheld Florida's law banning Chinese citizens from buying real estate, allowing the state to enforce the controversial measure. The ruling states the law does not violate f
Strasburg Village Council has formally opposed a potential statewide ballot initiative to repeal real estate taxes, citing catastrophic risks to schools and safety services.