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Plan to merge Rutgers' medical schools met with fierce opposition
Monday, July 10, 2023
Several lawmakers, local leaders and faculty members are rallying against a plan to merge Rutgers' medical schools in New Brunswick and Newark.
What To Do About Street Harassment
Friday, June 30, 2023
Experts share tips on what to do if you witness street harassment.
Bill that could reduce New York City speed limits falls for a second time
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
This is the second time the bill has gotten this close, only to expire in the Assembly.
How NJ legislative leaders hope to cut seniors' property taxes in half
Thursday, June 15, 2023
A bill championed by New Jersey's legislative leaders would cut seniors' property taxes in half. But Gov. Phil Murphy opposes it — and without a deal, a state shutdown could be looming.
A federal judge has opened the door for a possible federal takeover of Rikers Island jails
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
A federal judge has opened the door for a possible federal takeover of Rikers Island jails. Morning Edition host Michael Hill WNYC spoke to public safety reporter Matt Katz about it.
New Jersey needs an AI czar, legislator says. How it could shape artificial intelligence use in government.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Sen. Troy Singleton says he's interested in protecting civil rights, keeping use of AI transparent and making government more efficient for everyone.
Federal monitor concerned about lack of information about Rikers dangers, deaths
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
A series of disturbing recent incidents at Rikers Island is the focus of a federal court hearing.
Policing expert says NYPD commissioner's abrupt departure may speak to frustrations of the role
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
"There was a lot of contention amongst her, Mayor Adams, and Deputy Mayor Banks."
Wildfire smoke is filling the skies. How do you explain what's happening to kids?
Thursday, June 08, 2023
Wildfire smoke from Canada continues to waft down to the East Coast. With many young New Yorkers at home for the day — how do you explain what's happening to kids?
The COVID federal public health emergency is over. So now what?
Thursday, May 11, 2023
The federal public health emergency tied to COVID-19 has finally ended. So what does that mean for New York City?
Journalists discuss rarely heard police interview tapes
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Journalists speak to Morning Edition about the rare recordings they got of internal interviews with police officers being investigated in the police shooting case of Kawaski Trawick.
Why bacon, egg and cheese prices have doubled and more convos in Bronx bodegas
Thursday, May 11, 2023
In a new health community survey, we asked bodega owners and customers about food costs, the mental toll of crime and their views on weed legalization.
Newark officials look to combat violence with community care
Monday, May 01, 2023
Newark officials say their police department has turned a corner since 2016. Now a new strategic plan has community groups working in collaboration with police.
EXTRA: A Rap Battle To Close Out Poetry Month
Friday, April 28, 2023
Michael Hill and Brian Lehrer throw down.
EXTRA: Brian and Michael Read Poetry
Thursday, April 27, 2023
A moment for listeners' poems during the newscast
National Poetry Month 2023: A.B. Spellman
Thursday, April 27, 2023
WNYC's Morning Edition welcomes the poet, civil servant and music critic A.B. Spellman to finish off National Poetry Month Celebrations.
New Jersey shopping center shoos the mallrats from the mall
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Teenagers hanging out at the mall is a time-honored tradition. But one New Jersey shopping center says unaccompanied teens are causing trouble.
Fans cry foul as popular New Jersey music festival gears up to return
Thursday, April 20, 2023
A beloved New Jersey music festival is coming back to the Garden State after years away in May, but its return has been far from a victory lap.
National Poetry Month 2023: Lola Suazo-Lopez
Thursday, April 20, 2023
National Poetry Month celebrations continue at WNYC's Morning Edition. With another week comes another poet.
The CCRB Charges Chief Jeffrey Maddrey With Abuse of Power
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
A police watchdog agency says the NYPD’s top uniformed officer abused his authority in 2021.
