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September 6, 2024: Midday News Sep 06, 2024

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Some public housing residents in Yonkers have been without gas for a week after Con Edison shut off the supply due to leaks and corrosion in the gas lines. Meanwhile, public bathrooms are hard to find in New York City, and a new survey shows clean, well-stocked restrooms are even rarer. WNYC’s Jaclyn Jeffrey-Wilensky reports. Plus, the FBI searched the homes of several close associates of Mayor Adams, including Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright, Schools Chancellor David Banks, and Deputy Mayor Phillip Banks, while the NYPD confirmed a federal investigation involving its members. WNYC’s Brigid Bergin has the latest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 6, 2024: Morning Headlines Sep 06, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: The NYPD says it’s cooperating with a federal investigation involving some of its highest-ranking members. WNYC’s Bahar Ostadan reports. Meanwhile, a New Jersey nonprofit focused on Black and African American innovation is working to open the nation’s first Black inventors museum in West Orange, New Jersey. Plus, the New York Mets aim to extend their seven-game winning streak at Citi Field this weekend, while the Yankees hope to snap a two-game losing streak against the Chicago Cubs. Finally, several of Mayor Adams’ closest aides had their homes raided by the FBI on Wednesday, marking the latest escalation in the federal investigation into the mayor. WNYC’s Elizabeth Kim has more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 5, 2024 : Evening Roundup Sep 05, 2024

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Three top officials in the Adams administration have had their homes raided by FBI agents, according to a source familiar with the matter. Plus, New York's attorney general is offering tips on how to detect fake content generated by artificial intelligence, ahead of the November election. And finally, WNYC’s Sean Carlson discusses housing policy with former federal Housing Secretary, Shaun Donovan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 5, 2024: Midday News Sep 05, 2024

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Two of New York City's largest landlord trade groups, the Community Housing Improvement Program and the Rent Stabilization Association, are joining forces to form the New York Apartment Association. The group is lobbying to push for rollbacks to state rent regulations in order to raise prices on about a million rent-stabilized city apartments. Meanwhile, Times Square shuttle riders now have full cell phone service and internet access between Grand Central Terminal and Times Square. Plus, police are searching for the suspect who shot and killed a man at the Rockaway Avenue station in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, on Wednesday night. Finally, more than 900,000 New York City public school students start classes this Thursday. WNYC's Jessica Gould previews the academic year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 5, 2024: Morning Headlines Sep 05, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: MTA Chair Janno Lieber says the agency’s crackdown on bus fare evasion has led to an 8% increase in riders paying since last Wednesday. Meanwhile, a federal judge has temporarily reinstated education council member Maud Maron, who was accused of making “derogatory” comments about a student. Plus, the New York Liberty announced ticket prices for lower level seats will rise next year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 4, 2024 : Evening Roundup Sep 04, 2024

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Mayor Eric Adams says two dozen new school buildings are ready to welcome students to classes on Thursday. Also, some residents in Crown Heights plan to sit out future West Indian Day parades, after what some called an unsafe event on Labor Day. Plus, WNYC’s Arya Sundaram reports on tension near Randall’s Island, the site of a tent shelter that houses newly-arrived migrants. And finally, WNYC’s Tiffany Hansen and Bahar Ostadan discuss the sometimes forgotten role of the New York City Sheriff’s Office. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 4, 2024: Midday News Sep 04, 2024

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Airbnb is urging New York City to reconsider its strict short-term rental rules, arguing they have little impact on the housing crisis. Meanwhile, a report from the Partnership for New York City shows the fashion industry has lost 50,000 jobs over the last decade, with economic output down nearly 14%. Plus, Newark public school students returned Tuesday to noticeable changes. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Chalkbeat Newark reporter Jessie Gomez about what’s new for parents, students, and teachers. Finally, new data shows New York City’s business districts are rebounding post-pandemic. WNYC’s Arun Venugopal reports on new data and what this means for the city. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 4, 2024: Morning Headlines Sep 04, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: Classes for New York City Public Schools resume Thursday, but a planned smartphone ban in classrooms is on hold. WNYC’s Jessica Gould reports. Meanwhile, Carolina Tejeda, a Bronx single mother facing eviction, is still seeking rental assistance after a judge ruled Mayor Adams can block City Council measures to expand housing vouchers for low-income residents. Plus, WNYC’s Sean Carlson speaks with New York Governor Kathy Hochul about charges against her former deputy chief of staff, Linda Sun, accused of acting as an agent for the Chinese government, and her plans for the upcoming school year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 3, 2024: Evening Roundup Sep 03, 2024

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Former aide to New York Governor Kathy Hochul, Linda Sun, was arrested Tuesday morning on charges of using her position to boost the Chinese government and communist party. Her husband, Christopher Hu, was also arrested in connection with the case. Meanwhile, global experts will meet in Syracuse this Wednesday and Thursday to discuss the future of energy technologies and strategies. Plus, WNYC has been investigating hundreds of claims by female detainees alleging sexual assault by jail staff on Rikers Island. Some of those staff members accused of assault are still employees at the jail today. Reporter Jessy Edwards has more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 3, 2024: Midday News Sep 03, 2024

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Police say a 25-year-old man was killed, and four others were injured in a shooting at the West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn on Monday. One victim is in critical condition. Meanwhile, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo will testify publicly next week about his administration’s COVID-19 response. Also, regular G-train service resumes this Monday. Plus, summer is typically a high season for airline disruptions, with more flights and increasingly common severe weather. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Jason Rabinowitz, an aviation expert and co-host of the podcast AvTalk about the current state of air travel. Finally, with just over 60 days until the November 5th election, an estimated eight million Americans will reach voting age by then. WNYC teamed up with Y Vote to hear from young people eligible to vote in a presidential race for the first time. Meet soon-to-be 18-year-old Shreeya Thakur from Brooklyn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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