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February 12, 2024: Midday News Feb 12, 2024

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New York City Public Schools will have a remote day tomorrow due to expected snow. Meanwhile, Mayor Eric Adams is imposing curfews at 20 emergency migrant shelters across the city for safety purposes, but advocates say the policy will do more harm than good. Plus, a judge rejects claims from California vendors that New York’s marijuana licensing program unconstitutionally discriminates against out-of-state residents. Finally, this Black History Month, WNYC’s Community Partnerships Desk is visiting Black-owned bookstores in our region. Today we visit the Source of Knowledge bookstore on Broad Street in Newark. 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: Morning Headlines Feb 12, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: Voters will cast their ballots on Tuesday to replace the expelled former Congress member, George Santos. Meanwhile, in New Jersey, Congress member Andy Kim has been selected by Democratic delegates in Monmouth County over First Lady Kim Murphy to replace Bob Menendez. Also, New York Governor Kathy Hochul aims to add 31 charges to the list of prosecutable hate crime offenses. Finally, WNYC's Sean Carlson sits down with transportation reporter Stephen Nessen and editor Clayton Guse to discuss construction at Grand Central Terminal, the MTA's new "open gangway" subway car, and the latest congestion pricing updates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 9, 2024: Evening Roundup Feb 09, 2024

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New York City’s latest housing survey shows the lowest vacancy rate in over a half century. Plus, Asian communities gear up to ring in the "Year of the Dragon," as the Lunar New Year begins this weekend. Also, New York state has relaxed the minimum requirements for some entry-level jobs, potentially opening up thousands of positions to new migrants. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill and Ramsey Khalifeh discuss tips on how to prevent rats from getting in your car and what to do if it happens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 9, 2024 : Midday News Feb 09, 2024

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A new city law will give domestic violence survivors access to free and speedy lock changes within 3 days of filing a report. Also, the New York Heat Act, if passed, will provide an online calculator allowing New Yorkers to see how much they’d save on their energy bill. Plus, former 70’s drug kingpin turned activist, Joseph Hayden, passed away last month. Hayden advocated for marijuana legalization, ending solitary confinement and expanding voting rights for people with criminal records. WNYC’s Samantha Max shares his story. Finally, in 2022 there were 71 domestic violence homicide deaths in New York in a report released by the Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence. WNYC’s Sean Carlson sits with acting commissioner Saloni Sethi to talk about the findings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 9, 2024: Morning Headlines Feb 09, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: The number of places to sign up for a Municipal ID card in New York City is shrinking. Meanwhile, NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban is in Jamaica, meeting with the country’s prime minister to help solve several cold cases in New York. Plus, double-parking in the middle of the road is illegal, but that doesn’t stop thousands of New Yorkers from doing it every day. WNYC’s James Ramsay explores how to double park ‘politely’ to avoid neighbor disputes and traffic officer attention. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 8, 2024 : Evening Roundup Feb 08, 2024

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Governor Kathy Hochul responds to Mayor Eric Adams' request for the state to pick up half of New York City's shelter costs. Plus, a federal judge has ruled that a court ordered plan to overhaul how the NYPD responds to protests will start in the coming months. Also, an incident at a West Village lesbian bar has sparked debate about who belongs there. And finally, WNYC’s Brigid Bergin reports that candidates in the race to replace ousted Congressman George Santos are running vastly different campaigns as national issues dominate the race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 8, 2024: Midday News Feb 08, 2024

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Rents are rising across New York City, and so are broker fees. WNYC's David Brand reports on how some apartment-hunters are facing eye-popping upfront costs. Meanwhile, The New York City Council sent a letter last month warning Mayor Eric Adams they would sue if he failed to implement voucher expansion laws for more low income housing, Councilmember Diana Ayala says City Hall never responded. Plus, for the second year in a row, Governor Hochul is making housing a centerpiece of her legislative agenda. WNYC’s Sean Carlson sat with Albany reporter Jon Campbell to walk us through the Governor’s plans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 8, 2024: Morning Headlines Feb 08, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Delays in building affordable housing in New York City grew longer after the city lost key staff during the pandemic. Meanwhile, state parks, historic sites, campgrounds and trails hit record attendance in 2023 with more than 84 million visits, according to Governor Hochul’s office. Plus, Thursday is the last day to name a cockroach at the Bronx Zoo in someone’s honor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 7, 2024 : Evening Roundup Feb 07, 2024

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Is NJ Transit ready for next year’s FIFA Men's World Cup soccer games? Plus, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with Bruce Marks, the CEO of the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation, and Newark Deputy Mayor Allison Ladd about what the road to owning property will look like for a select handful of Newark residents. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 7, 2024: Midday News Feb 07, 2024

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An attorney for David Crowe, the man accused of stalking Taylor Swift, says his client has been found mentally unfit to stand trial. Meanwhile, an escaped prisoner treated for stab wounds at Bellevue Hospital is back in custody after fleeing. Also, trans rights advocate and author Cecilia Gentili has died at the age of 52. Plus, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with housing reporter David Brand to break down the details of a case involving 70 current and former New York City Housing Authority employees charged in a kickback scheme related to no-bid contracts. Finally, WNYC’s Ryan Kailath profiles actress Chloë Sevigny about her role in the new FX show about the life of Truman Capote, called "Feud: Capote versus the Swans." 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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