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The Future of Dancehall?
by Jonah Engle
April 16, 2008
For several years, activists in the UK have waged a campaign against homophobic songs in dancehall, a modern form of Reggae. Now the campaign is growing in North America. Concerts are being picket....
A Closer Look at Carnegie Hall
by Jonah Engle
September 17, 2007
The towers that sit above Carnegie Hall have been home to artists of all kinds for over a century - including Isadora Duncan, Leonard Bernstein and Norman Mailer. Today, the state’s Supreme Court h....
A Closer Look at NY's Libraries
by Jonah Engle
August 18, 2007
In June, City council increased funding to public libraries in all five boroughs extending their hours to 6 days a week. Earlier this week, Brooke Astor died. The Grand Dame of New York society and p....
Blacks and Hispanics Bear Brunt of Marijuana Arrests
by Jonah Engle
March 09, 2007
In 1994, newly elected Mayor Rudy Giuliani and his police chief Bill Bratton unveiled a plan to restore a city suffering from a crack epidemic and high crime. Under "quality of life" policing, the NY....
Vote 2009
WNYC provides analysis of the characters and debates of those running for mayor, comptroller, public advocate, district attorney and City Council. Share your election story or gripe and post your comments on the news blog.
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Financial 411
WNYC's Amy Eddings hosts a daily overview of financial news at 4:30 weekdays which is available via podcast, with highlights from the day and a preview of what you can expect tomorrow.
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Main Street NYC
WNYC is following five blocks over the next year to see how the economic downturn is being experienced on the street level.
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Uncommon Economic Indicators
The Brian Lehrer Show is keeping a close eye on how the economy is affecting the little things in daily life. Share your stories and photos of the downturn.
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