Rafael Espinal Has Launched a Historic Campaign to Become Next Public Advocate of New York City

If he wins, Espinal will become the youngest politician, and the first Latino to be in city-wide politics.

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Rafael Espinal Has Launched a Historic Campaign to Become Next Public Advocate of New York City

If he wins, Espinal will become the youngest politician, and the first Latino to be in city-wide politics.

Bushwick, Meet Your New “Night Mayor”

Last night, the new "night mayor" met an eager crowd at Bushwick's DIY venue, Secret Project Robot.

Silent Barn, an Iconic DIY Venue in Bushwick, Will Close in April

The space is shutting down due to financial reasons.

A Bushwick Council Member’s Work Finally Paid off: New York City Now Has Its “Night Mayor”

Council Member Rafael Espinal, a longtime supporter of local nightlife and DIY venues, sponsored legislation to create an Office of Nightlife. It finally happened.

13 Questions for Lady Gaga’s Former DJ, a NYC Night Mayor Candidate

We had the chance to sit down with Brendan Jay Sullivan, one of the most vocal Night Mayor applicants.

Bushwick Venues Will Say Goodbye to Cabaret Law and Start Dancing After Tuesday

City Council will decide the fate of the Cabaret Law tomorrow and Councilman Rafael Espinal says he has the votes to repeal it.

Influential Bushwick Artists and Nightlife Advocates Met City Reps to Hash Out Night Mayor Role

Local artists and DIY spaces are joining forces to help protect the cultural and artistic fabric of New York City.