David L. Lewis appears in the following:
Opening Delayed for Homeless Shelter in de Blasio's New Plan
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
The shelter in Crown Heights was supposed to be the first to open in the mayor's plan to build 90 new shelters across the city.
Supreme Court Won't Hear Menendez Corruption Appeal
Monday, March 20, 2017
Sen. Bob Menendez' attorney says the New Jersey Democrat will be cleared when a trial begins later this year.
City Targets the Homeless, Addicted and Mentally Ill — For Help
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
The city is trying an obvious method to help the homeless, mentally ill and drug addicted stay out of shelters and jails — offering them a place to live.
NYPD Internal Affairs Investigating Chief
Monday, March 13, 2017
In response to a WNYC report on an Assistant Chief's connections to the mob, the NYPD opened a probe.
Six Degrees of Vinny Gorgeous: NYPD Chief's Mob Ties
Monday, March 13, 2017
When the feds crippled the Bonanno crime family, this NYPD Assistant Chief took advantage.
Blazing A Trail for Black Women Filmmakers
Friday, March 10, 2017
The pioneering filmmaker Madeline Anderson will present three of her short films from the civil rights era at the Metrograph theater.
De Blasio's Latest Homeless Plan Faces Obstacles
Tuesday, March 07, 2017
The mayor plans to help the homeless stay in the neighborhoods they come from and distribute shelters more fairly across the city. Can he do both at once?
Unsettling History
Friday, March 03, 2017
In his documentary “The Settlers,” Israeli-American filmmaker Shimon Dotan explores the 50 year history of militant Zionists and Jews living among Palestinians in the West Bank.
Budget Watchdog Warns de Blasio on Taxi Medallion Money
Thursday, March 02, 2017
Taxi medallions once fetched a million dollars on the open market, but are worth less than half that now. Yet the mayor's latest budget includes $1.2 billion from medallion sales.
Facing Slim Competition, de Blasio Has Stage to Himself in Reelection Bid
Thursday, March 02, 2017
It’s March, and still no formidable opponent has tossed his or her hat in the ring to challenge the mayor. But there are other candidates running.
Six Reasons Why Trump's Infrastructure Plan Is in Trouble
Wednesday, March 01, 2017
President Trump says he wants to spend $1 trillion to rebuild the nation's infrastructure. But there's no plan, no financing, and no staffing in place to carry that out.
Fear and Anxiety Upend Immigrant Lives
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
As the Trump administration cracks down on immigrants lacking legal status, families who've lived here for decades are having to confront the possibility they could be deported.
Maya Angelou's Vibrant Voice
Friday, February 24, 2017
The documentary "Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise" traces the eventful life of the writer best known for "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings."
More People Found Eligible for Shelter Under de Blasio
Thursday, February 23, 2017
The number of people in the city’s homeless shelter system is at a historic high. That’s partly because the number of people being found eligible for shelter is higher.
New Jersey Citizens' Group Creates A Super PAC
Thursday, February 23, 2017
NJ 11th for Change will be able to raise and spend unlimited amounts on advertising.
Child Welfare Agency Gets New Commissioner
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
The Administration for Children's Services faced criticism over several high-profile deaths before the previous commissioner resigned.
NY Dems Divided on Strategy for Juvenile Justice Reform
Monday, February 20, 2017
The split is one of several in which Senate Democrats accuse the breakaway Independent Democratic Conference of stalling progress.
Open Your Eyes to Jamaica Bay
Friday, February 17, 2017
In "Saving Jamaica Bay," director David Sigal profiles the crusaders who are fighting to preserve the natural wonders that sit alongside JFK airport.
In Sickness and in Health (Insurance): Obamacare Uncertainty Leads Couple to the Wedding Altar
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Dismantling the Affordable Care Act affects everyone, not just those with 'Obamacare' plans. One couple with pre-existing conditions isn't taking any chances.
The NYPD's Take on Why Crime Is Down
Monday, February 13, 2017
A top NYPD official spoke to WNYC about the new strategies the department is using to fight crime and strengthen relationships within the city's communities.
