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Ex-Rutgers Student Dharun Ravi Gets 30-Day Jail Term, Probation
Monday, May 21, 2012
The Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office says the 30-day sentence given to a former Rutgers student who was convicted of invasion of privacy and a hate crime for using a webcam to spy on his gay roommate is "insufficient" and plans on appealing the sentence.
Chinese Activist Plans Next Steps From Greenwich Village Apartment
Sunday, May 20, 2012
A day after making a frenzied trip from Beijing to New York City, a Chinese activist and his family relaxed in the courtyard of their new Greenwich Village apartment on Sunday.
Mets to Host 2013 All-Star Game
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
With a high-five to Mr. Met, Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced that the New York Mets will host the 2013 All-Star game at Citi Field – the first time the Amazin’s will be home to the Midsummer Classic since 1964 when the game was played at Shea Stadium.
Obama Tells Barnard Women to Lead
Sunday, May 13, 2012
Liu Proposes $2B Capital Budget Acceleration
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
New York City Comptroller John Liu outlined a proposal to accelerate spending on the city's capital budget for 2013 and 2014 by $2 billion on Wednesday.
Chelsea Tenants, Landlord Agree to Clean Up
Tuesday, May 08, 2012
The landlord for the historic Chelsea Hotel and 35 of its tenants entered into a court mandated agreement Monday ordering the clean up of hazardous conditions in several apartments and common areas at the site, including removal of mold, lead paint and asbestos.
Mayor Looks to Put Returning Vets to Work
Monday, May 07, 2012
Mayor Michael Bloomberg joined a panel of leaders from the military, government, media and the nonprofit sector Monday attempting to address the challenges of helping veterans returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Chelsea Hotel Tenants Head to Housing Court
Monday, May 07, 2012
Crumbling ceilings, moldy walls and asbestos filled air-shafts -- these are the conditions a group of 36 tenants from the Chelsea Hotel say are sending them to housing court on Monday. They want a judge to order their landlord, Joseph Chetrit, to repair what they claim are hazardous conditions made worse by ongoing demolition work initiated as part of a renovation project.
NYS Catholic Bishops Push Min Wage Increase
Thursday, May 03, 2012
Cardinal Timothy Dolan and the New York State Catholic Conference called on lawmakers in Albany on Thursday to pass, “a modest increase” in the state’s minimum wage, currently set at $7.25.
Mayor Proposes $68.7B Budget
Thursday, May 03, 2012
Mayor Michael Bloomberg proposed Thursday a total city budget that exceeds $68.7 billion this year — restoring 2,500 teaching slots but cutting pre- and after-school programs and shuttering firehouses.
84 Arrested as Occupy Activists Mark May Day
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
Activists with a variety of causes spread out over the city Tuesday on International Workers Day, or May Day, with Occupy Wall Street members leading a charge against financial institutions.
Occupy Activists Fan Out Across to Mark May Day
Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Occupy Movement Plans May Day Strikes
Tuesday, May 01, 2012
City Ready for Upcoming OWS Protest, Says Mayor
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Mayor Michael Bloomberg is not losing any sleep over a series of protests planned by organizers associated with Occupy Wall Street for Tuesday. The group is calling for a day “without the 99 percent” on May 1 including a series of demonstrations across the city, some which are permitted and others that may take place more spontaneously.
Boro Taxis Go Apple Green
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Move over, Granny Smith. Apple green taxis are coming to an outer borough near you.
Reporter's Notebook: A Day in the Life of an OWS Protest
Friday, April 27, 2012
After the relative quiet of winter, organizers with the Occupy Wall Street movement say they are planning a reemergence this spring marked by a series of events scheduled to coincide with May Day, the labor movement’s International Workers Day.
Long Issues Debate Challenge; Turner Accepts
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
U.S. Senate candidate Wendy Long is challenging her two Republican primary opponents to a series of three debates before their June 26 primary.
Basement Search for Clues to Etan Patz Disappearance Ends
Sunday, April 22, 2012
An excavation of a Soho basement that began Thursday yielded no obvious remains to help authorities solve the mystery of the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz.
2013 Mayoral Dems Back Meng’s Bid for the 6th
Monday, April 16, 2012
3 Arrests Connected to Anarchist Events: NYPD
Monday, April 16, 2012
Three men face disorderly conduct and other charges after their arrests Saturday night, which officials are linking to a series of anarchist-related events -- including an annual book fair – held in lower Manhattan this weekend. Two police officers also suffered minor injuries related to the events.