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February 15, 2024 : Evening Roundup Feb 15, 2024

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul wants to make to-go cocktails permanent. Plus, a minor is in custody in connection with Monday’s subway shooting in the Bronx that killed one man and injured five others. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill and Samantha Max discuss concerns over two recent violent incidents in Times Square. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 15, 2024 : Midday News Feb 15, 2024

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New York City officials are closing down a Bronx office that helps New Yorkers with food stamps and cash assistance. Also for New Jersey drivers, the Pulaski Skyway will be closed in both directions Thursday night as it goes through rehab work. The Knicks have now lost four games in a row, and the Nets lost to the Celtics by 50 points. And WNYC's Ryan Kailath takes a tour of an apartment that was decorated with items found in the garbage or yard sales. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 15, 2024: Morning Headlines Feb 15, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: The New York City Council is considering legislation to reduce pollution and traffic from cruise ships docking in New York City. Meanwhile, Congress on Wednesday rejected a long-shot bid to temporarily double the $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions for most married couples. Plus, a Queens man, who admitted to smuggling three Burmese pythons in his pants through the U.S.-Canadian border crossing, has been sentenced to a year of probation and fined $5,000. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 14, 2024: Evening Roundup Feb 14, 2024

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Democratic attorney Landon Dais cruised to victory in a special election Tuesday for a state Assembly seat in the Bronx. Also, the Legal Aid Society is suing Mayor Eric Adams over his refusal to expand housing subsidies for poor New Yorkers. Plus, a new book from sociologist Terry Williams details the lives of people who lived in tunnels underneath New York City. And finally, forget love…baseball is in the air. Pitchers and catchers met up Wednesday for the Yankees and Mets spring training. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 14, 2024: Midday News Feb 14, 2024

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Police have a 17 year old in custody for an assault on NYPD officers in Times Square last month. He's charged along with 5 other suspects who've been arrested and charged for their roles in an altercation that was caught on video and quickly went viral. Meanwhile, a 15-year-old accused of shooting and injuring a tourist last week is facing attempted murder charges, but not charged with violating the Times Square Gun Ban. Plus, WNYC’s Brigid Bergin recaps Democrat Tom Suozzi’s victory over political newcomer Mazi Pilip in a special election to fill the congressional seat previously occupied by George Santos. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 14, 2024: Morning Headlines Feb 14, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Democrat Tom Suozzi defeats Republican candidate Mazi Pilip in Tuesday night’s special election to replace the expelled George Santos. Meanwhile, a large group of people in New Jersey could soon become eligible for clemency according to Governor Phil Murphy. Plus, beware of Valentine’s Day related scammers requesting money warns New York and New Jersey State officials. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2024: Evening Roundup Feb 13, 2024

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New York City Public Schools Chancellor David Banks apologized to students and families for major difficulties logging in to remote learning Tuesday morning. Plus, a state funded report says New York’s $700 million film tax credit is a bust. And finally, WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen and Arya Sundaram discuss how New York City is managing a new wave of West African migrants Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2024: Midday News Feb 13, 2024

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Due to snowfall in the region, New York City public schools are closed and remote learning is in progress, but many students are struggling with login issues. Meanwhile, flight tracking website Flight Aware reports slowed service at airports in the region with over 175 canceled flights at Laguardia, Newark and JFK airports and nearly 90 delays. Staten Island Ferry service is limited as well. Finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Zachary Iscol, Commissioner of New York City's Office of Emergency Management, to discuss how the city is responding to the snow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 13, 2024: Morning Headlines Feb 13, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: One person is dead and five others are injured after a subway shooting at the Mount Eden train stop in the Bronx on Monday. No arrests have been made. Meanwhile, polls are open in eastern Queens and Long Island, where voters are replacing ousted Congress member George Santos. Also, the city health department wants to ban smoking tobacco or using e-cigarettes while dining outdoors. Finally, the New Jersey legislature passes a new bill with changes to how the state enforces town requirements to build more low-income housing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 12, 2024 Evening Roundup Feb 12, 2024

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The National Weather Service is warning New Yorkers to brace for significant snowfall and gusty winds as a nor-easter moves in early Tuesday. Plus, we head to New Jersey where WNYC’s Nancy Solomon spotlights key endorsements for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Sen. Bob Menendez. 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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