LOANS DENIED

Blacks were more than twice as likely to be denied a mortgage loan than white homebuyers in 2002, according to an annual study.

VOTING DATA

The Campaign Finance Board launched its voter guide website, with bios and policy statements from the candidates and info on each ballot proposal.

NEW STOCK

Manhattan and Brooklyn were second and third in volumne of new housing units built in the state during the 1990s.

LATINO AWARENESS

The health department is joining a day of events planned in 100 cities around the country to mark the first National Latino AIDS Awareness Day.

MAIL OPENING

Nonprofits working with for-profit firms on direct mail campaigns can use preferred mailing rates starting November 13.