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Report: Fear Driving in Uptick in Number of Immigrants Visiting Soup Kitchens
Sunday, November 24, 2019
The report from the Food Bank for New York says Trump Administration policies making families wary of taking federal aid out of fear they'd jeopardize their immigration status
Who Is Congressman Jeff Van Drew, the New Jersey Democrat Who Voted Against the Impeachment Inquiry?
Friday, November 01, 2019
The Democratic congressman from New Jersey is getting national attention for voting no on the impeachment inquiry resolution.
Rutgers Softball Players Accuse Coaches of Abuse
Thursday, October 31, 2019
It's the third time in six years that Rutgers coaches have been accused of abusive tactics.
A Reconfigured MoMA Showcases Hidden Gems From Its Collection
Friday, October 18, 2019
The iconic museum is expanding its definition of modern art beyond the Western canon.
Listen to Conference-Goers at Trump Resort Chant for “War!”
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
It’s the same conference that played a controversial video of a Trump avatar shooting political opponents and members of the media.
Can Pet Shelters Offer New Clues to Prevent Suicide?
Friday, October 04, 2019
New York is piloting a new suicide prevention program, modeled after "death investigations" in Oregon.
Is It Recyclable?
Thursday, September 19, 2019
WNYC's Sean Carlson steps up to the buzzer for a special game show we put together called, Is It Recyclable?. Ever wonder about dental floss? Listen, laugh, and wonder no more.
Cuomo on Ammo Database: Show Me the Bill
Friday, August 09, 2019
The governor has touted New York's gun control laws as the "most aggressive" in the nation. He says an ammunition database has been delayed because implementation is "complicated."
What the Justice Department Decision in the Garner Case Means for New Yorkers
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
The officer who appeared to apply a banned chokehold on Eric Garner five years ago remains on the force, and it's a flashpoint for Mayor, and presidential candidate, Bill de Blasio.
The Mayor Is Banning Glass and Steel Skyscrapers? Maybe Not So Much
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Mayor de Blasio's proposal to "ban" new glass-and-steel construction is less straightforward than it sounds.
It's Civics Week for New York City Students
Sunday, April 07, 2019
As part of the mayor's DemocracyNYC initiative, public schools in the city will hold events and voter registration drives.
Hunger and Homelessness Can Be Hidden Costs of Higher Education
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Recent reports suggest food and housing insecurity are more widespread at CUNY and SUNY schools than it may seem.
City Council Considering Bill Updating Flawed Legionnaires' Law
Monday, March 25, 2019
The tougher law would mandate more rigorous tracking of the cooling system apparatuses that can cause the potentially deadly pneumonia.
Weekly Music Roundup: Dexter Story, Malawi's Lazarus, and Angelique Kidjo
Monday, March 18, 2019
New Sounds
This week, (almost) all roads lead to Africa with Angelique Kidjo’s Celia Cruz tribute, Dexter Story's Ethiopop-influenced music, Carlos Santana with Buika, and Malawi's Lazarus.
Manhattan District Attorney Plans State Trial for Manafort
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
After his federal convictions, a Trump ally faces charges in state court.
Murphy, NJ Lawmakers Reach Deal to Legalize Recreational Marijuana
Tuesday, March 12, 2019
Now comes the hard part: converting some lawmakers' "nays" into "yeas" in order to assure passage before a vote takes place on the bill on March 25th.
False Alarm Prompts Massive Police Response at Westchester Hospital
Sunday, March 10, 2019
Police and SWAT team units rushed to a Bronxville hospital late Sunday after two patients reported seeing a man with a shotgun. Officials later concluded it was a false alarm.
Does Amazon Just Not Like to Negotiate? We Asked an Expert.
Friday, February 15, 2019
Amid political and public pressure, Amazon walked away from Queens. Seattle is not surprised.
Police Officer Killed by Friendly Fire During Armed Robbery in Queens
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
This is the first death of an officer on duty this year.
Amtrak's Northeast Corridor Is Endangered By Rising Sea Levels
Wednesday, December 26, 2018
A new report by Bloomberg News details the threat climate change poses to the bustling transit corridor.
