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Thousands of NYC retirees must switch to new Medicare coverage
Friday, March 10, 2023
Many former city workers will see big changes to their existing health coverage after a committee voted to approve a new Aetna-run Medicare Advantage Plan for municipal retirees.
Gov. Hochul vows “alternative plan” for Penn Station project
Thursday, March 09, 2023
On WNYC, the governor declined to give up on the Penn Station project, even though Vornado has paused its involvement.
Some companies that got huge tax breaks in Camden employ few locals
Wednesday, March 08, 2023
Subaru got $118 million under a tax break program but employs just 10 Camden residents.
Overdose prevention centers save lives but remain in legal limbo, as NYC moves toward expansion
Friday, March 03, 2023
The NYC health commissioner explains how City Hall plans to support supervised injection sites and other portions of a new initiative to reduce overdose deaths 15% by 2025.
As De La Soul’s music finally makes it to streaming, artists reflect on the group’s influence and mourn Trugoy the Dove
Thursday, March 02, 2023
Brooklyn music writer and editor Timmhotep Aku reflects on the influence De La Soul had on other artists, and how he views their legacy.
Mayor Adams strikes union deal that includes an option for remote work
Wednesday, March 01, 2023
WNYC was on "All Things Considered" to discuss a deal struck between the the Adams administration and New York City's largest municipal union.
How much is remote work worth? New York City is about to find out.
Wednesday, March 01, 2023
WNYC's mayoral reporter Elizabeth Kim spoke about the political risks Mayor Eric Adams faces after allowing concessions for remote work for municipal employees.
Weekly Music Roundup: Madison McFerrin, Atmosphere, Shana Cleveland
Monday, February 27, 2023
New Sounds
Madison McFerrin’s atmospheric single' Atmosphere’s feel-good single' and Shana Cleveland's spectral guitar-based love album populated with the insect world, ghosts, and evil spirits.
An Exit Interview with NYC's First "Nightlife" Mayor
Friday, February 24, 2023
Ariel Palitz, Director of the Mayor's Office of Nightlife, will be stepping down in April from the role she established in 2018.
Norovirus, a gross stomach bug, appears to be hitting NYC. Good luck finding out where.
Friday, February 24, 2023
While NYC’s health department tracks norovirus more than other agencies, the federal government doesn't require hospitals to report cases of the illness.
Environmental groups oppose $52B plan to build storm surge gates in NY-NJ waterways
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Ten environmental organizations say an Army Corps of Engineers' proposal could damage waterways and leave the Bronx unprotected.
Alligator captured in Brooklyn's Prospect Park Lake continues to be evaluated
Monday, February 20, 2023
A 4-foot-long alligator pulled out of Prospect Park Lake continued to be evaluated at the Bronx Zoo health center on Monday.
Weekly Music Roundup: The Heavy, Joy Oladokun, and Lisel
Monday, February 20, 2023
New Sounds
Troubled times bring out the best in The Heavy and Joy Oladokun; technology brings out the many sides of Lisel; and Natalie Merchant returns. Plus, new music from Dry Cleaning.
Weekly Music Roundup: Kelela, Black Belt Eagle Scout, and Grandbrothers
Monday, February 13, 2023
New Sounds
Kelela’s return, Black Belt Eagle Scout’s Indigenous creation myth, and Grandbrothers’ collaboration with a cathedral. Plus, Cinder Well's doom-folk and Son Rompe Pera's cumbia punk.
Weekly Music Roundup: Fantastic Negrito, Lankum, and The Grammys
Monday, February 06, 2023
New Sounds
Fantastic Negrito goes acoustic; Lankum dives deep into drones; and a few Grammy thoughts. Plus, new music from Alfa Mist, WILSN, and global chamber music from Sissoko and Segal.
New Yorkers witnessed more homelessness, encampments during Mayor Adams’ first year: 311 data
Wednesday, February 01, 2023
The Department of Homeless Services also referred twice as many complaints to the NYPD following the mayor’s introduction of forcible removals policy.
Weekly Music Roundup: Kimbra, slowthai, Nyokabi Kariuki
Monday, January 30, 2023
New Sounds
This week, Kimbra’s art-pop, slowthai’s rap-punk, and more multi-hyphenate music from Kenya composer/sound artist Nyokabi Kariuki and guitarist/songwriter Robyn Hitchcock.
Weekly Music Roundup: The National, Oddisee, and Ryuichi Sakamoto
Monday, January 23, 2023
New Sounds
This week, returns for The National, Oddisee, and Ryuichi Sakamoto. Plus, new pop gems from boygenius (Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, Julien Baker) and Fenne Lily.
Hector LaSalle, Hochul's pick for top judge, turned down by NY Senate
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
It's a stunning defeat for the Democratic governor, but she and her allies have been hinting at a potential lawsuit.
Weekly Music Roundup: Vicky Tafoya, Marcus Strickland, Katie Melua
Monday, January 16, 2023
New Sounds
This week, time-traveling songs by Vicky Tafoya and Rachael & Vilray; and big questions in music by Marcus Strickland and Katie Melua.
