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April 17, 2024: Midday News Apr 17, 2024

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Governor Hochul is defending an agreement with New York State lawmakers to bolster tenant protections that’s drawing criticism from progressives and housing advocates. Meanwhile, Lincoln Center’s summer festival of ‘almost entirely free’ programming is back for the third straight year. Plus, a new podcast examines the impact of former NYPD detective Louis Scarcella, who was known for getting convictions. But now, 20 of those convictions have been overturned, despite Scarcella denying wrongdoing. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Steve Fishman, co-host of ‘The Burden,’ a podcast about the rise and fall of Scarcella and the allegations against him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 17, 2024: Morning Headlines Apr 17, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: The lawyer for an NYPD officer accused of assaulting an Apple Store customer says his client hardly punched him. WNYC’s Samantha Max was in the courtroom for the start of the officer’s criminal trial on Tuesday. Also, tenant activists say a nearly two-month-long strike by staff at the nonprofit legal services group Mobilization For Justice is straining the city’s eviction defense program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 16, 2024: Evevning Roundup Apr 16, 2024

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Governor Kathy Hochul says state lawmakers are getting close to approving a new budget for New York. Plus, New York City is floating a plan to deal with derelict boats. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill and Stephen Nessen discuss the complicated details of the MTA’s congestion pricing plan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 16, 2024: Midday News Apr 16, 2024

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Police say they’re searching for a man who assaulted someone after midnight at the 47-50th Streets Rockefeller Center subway station in an unprovoked attack. Meanwhile, the City Council is hearing testimony on several bills today, including one on improving access to shelter and city services for newly arrived Black migrants. Plus, René Redzepi, co-owner of Noma, the three Michelin-starred Copenhagen restaurant, is hosting a series of pop-up shops in the city this week to promote Noma's packaged goods. Finally, the New York City Council is opposing proposed budget cuts by Mayor Eric Adams that would reduce funding for the city’s 3K and Pre-K programs. Lawmakers argue that any reduction in early childhood education for 3 and 4-year-olds will worsen the childcare affordability crisis, which is driving young families to leave the city. WNYC’s Sean Carlson speaks with reporter Karen Yi to understand why childcare is unaffordable for most New Yorkers. Finally, it's Poetry Month, and we're playing your poems on our show. Listener Ryan Beck of Brooklyn sent us this poem "Looking out my Crown Heights window." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 16, 2024: Morning Headlines Apr 16, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: About half of the 16 mental health clubhouses serving New Yorkers are losing city funding and may have to shut their doors. Meanwhile, New York City Mayor Eric Adams is touting a plan to turn two dozen city-owned parcels of land into new apartment buildings this year. WNYC’s David Brand reports on what comes next for what are currently a pair of Brooklyn parking lots. Also, mayoral control of New York City’s school system is back on the negotiating table in Albany. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 15, 2024: Evening Roundup Apr 15, 2024

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Mayoral control of New York City's school system is back on the negotiating table in Albany. Plus, Mayor Eric Adams is touting a plan to turn two dozen city-owned parcels of land into new apartment buildings this year. And finally, WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen and Arun Venugopal discuss a new report that looks into the social inequities that contribute to environmental issues across New York City. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 15, 2024: Midday News Apr 15, 2024

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The NYPD is investigating a pair of shootings in the South Bronx just after 3 AM Monday morning that left two men dead and another injured. Meanwhile, newly released New York City data shows more than 1,000 public school students in migrant shelters had their education halted in March because of expiring 60-day notices. Also, the Bryant Park Picnic Performances return this year with a lineup of free shows. Plus, it’s been hectic over the past month in New Jersey politics, from First Lady Tammy Murphy bowing out of the U.S. Senate race to news that the state’s 'County Line' ballot system might be coming to an end. WNYC’s David Furst speaks with New Jersey reporter Nancy Solomon to learn what’s happening next. Finally, it's Poetry Month, and we're playing your poems on our show. 11-year-old Kyle Shih of Manhattan sent us this poem, titled 'Roosevelt Island Tramway.’ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 15, 2024: Morning Headlines Apr 15, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: After four extensions, New York state lawmakers are due back in Albany on Monday to continue negotiating the state’s budget. WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen has more. Meanwhile, millions of dollars are now up for grabs in New Jersey for organizations looking to start mental health crisis response teams across the state. Plus, the Knicks defeated the Chicago Bulls on Sunday, clinching the second seed in the NBA Playoffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 12, 2024: Evening Roundup Apr 12, 2024

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New York State will pay $150,000 in attorney's fees for second amendment advocates who filed a lawsuit challenging a ban on guns in places of worship. Meanwhile, New York City Mayor Eric Adams is standing firm on his new policy that requires all elected officials to fill out a form before engaging with a city agency. Additionally, the New York State court system is forming an advisory panel to study the potential benefits and risks of artificial intelligence in the judicial process. WNYC’s Catalina Gonella reports. Finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with ‘All of It’ producer Simon Close to get updates on the annual Public Song Project. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 12, 2024: Midday News Apr 12, 2024

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Governor Hochul and state lawmakers continue to struggle to reach a deal on the state budget, which is now 12 days late. WNYC’s Jon Campbell has more. Meanwhile, acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie Su is praising the work of local community organizations, such as the Harlem-based group ‘African Communities Together,’ for connecting migrants to job opportunities. Plus, a group of Atlantic City casino workers is suing New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, hoping to end a long-standing carveout in state law that lets casinos allow smoking on the gambling floor even though it’s banned in most businesses. WNYC’s Sean Carlson speaks with casino dealers Pete Naccarelli and Lamont White, who co-founded the group ‘Casino Employees Against Smoking’s Harmful Effects,’ or CEASE, to learn more about their lawsuit. Finally, in celebration of National Poetry Month, we hear from Paul Pesante, a longtime conductor on Metro-North’s Hudson Line known to riders for his rhyming announcements. 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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