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January 4, 2024: Morning Headlines Jan 04, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: New Jersey officials say the shooting that killed Newark Imam Hassan Sharif on Wednesday morning outside the Masjid Muhammad Mosque doesn’t appear to be motivated by bias. Also, city and state officials say teens in New York City’s overcrowded juvenile detention centers could be sleeping in common areas like classrooms for at least the next three months. Meanwhile, police are looking for a mo-ped riding duo wanted for robbing victims throughout Manhattan last month. Plus, Citi Bike costs have increased by $0.30. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 3, 2024: Evening Roundup Jan 03, 2024

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The New York State legislative session has officially begun. Also, governor Hochul is recovering from a pectoral injury she sustained while exercising on Tuesday. Finally, with the vendor ban on New York City bridges now in effect, WNYC’s Sean Carlson spoke with Mohamed Attia of the nonprofit Street Vendor Project, and Gyatso Lama, who sells his artwork on the Brooklyn Bridge, to get their reactions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 3, 2024: Midday News Jan 03, 2024

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The New York City Department of Buildings is paying a private engineering firm almost a million dollars to investigate the cause of the deadly parking garage collapse in lower Manhattan last April. Meanwhile, Democrat Tom Suozzi says he wants the upcoming special election on February 13th for the house seat vacated by George Santos, to address issues like immigration. Finally, in response to Mayor Eric Adams’ strict rules limiting when migrant buses can enter New York City, Texas Governor Abbott has begun sending migrants to city bound train stations in New Jersey. WNYC’s Sean Carlson sat with New Jersey reporter Nancy Solomon to explain. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 3, 2024: Morning Headlines Jan 03, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: A new rule that bans people from selling items on bridges in New York City is now in effect. Meanwhile, New Jersey mayors are reacting with a mix of responses after their towns received busloads of migrants over the weekend. Plus, a storm heading to the New York region this weekend could bring some wintry precipitation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 2, 2024: Evening Roundup Jan 02, 2024

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More on the 1.7 magnitude earthquake reported near Astoria, Queens on Tuesday morning. Also, Governor Hochul introduces a new bill prohibiting certain insurers from charging copays for insulin. Plus,Columbia University business professor Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh suggests vacant offices throughout the city could be viable housing options in the future. Finally, WNYC’s David Furst chats with Tik Toker Jane August about her goal of visiting the over 170 museums located throughout 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.

January 2, 2024: Midday News Jan 02, 2024

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The U.S Geological Survey confirms there was a 1.7 magnitude earthquake near Astoria, Queens this morning. Meanwhile, as lawmakers face pressure to strike a new housing deal in Albany, Manhattan Democrat Linda Rosenthal, chair of the Assembly's housing committee, says everything's on the table. Plus, as the federal probe into Mayor Eric Adams’ campaign continues, some legal experts say a case against the mayor or members of his circle could soon land on the desk of Damian Williams, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. WNYC’s Michael Hill sat with public safety reporter Samantha Max to learn more about Williams and his biggest cases. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 2, 2024: Morning Headlines Jan 02, 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 State Legislature returns to Albany to kick off the 2024 legislative session. Also, Columbia University business professor Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh says as much as 30 percent of Manhattan office buildings could be converted into green housing. Plus, New York City's new professional women's hockey team wins their first game of the Professional Women's Hockey League against Toronto. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 1, 2024 : Midday News Jan 01, 2024

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In Albany, lawmakers are regrouping for the 2024 session to tackle the housing crisis, with WNYC's Sean Carlson previewing what’s to come with Albany reporter Jon Campbell. Plus, in Central Park, birdwatchers partake in the traditional Christmas Bird Count, a practice underscoring how climate change affects bird species, as reported by WNYC's Rosemary Misdary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 29, 2023 : Midday News Dec 29, 2023

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Experts are warning New Yorkers to beware of charity scams this giving season, especially those that copycat the names of known and trusted non-profits. Meanwhile, a New Jersey law taking effect in 2024 that gives a telemarketer just 30 seconds to disclose their name, address, and phone number for the party they're representing. Finally, this year, WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk started teaming up with the nonprofit, Street Lab, to highlight stories from neighborhoods across New York City. We recently set up shop in Manhattan's Meatpacking District. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 28, 2023 : Midday News Dec 28, 2023

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Listen to Imminent Danger here:

Episode 1: Wrongful Death

Episode 2: License Revoked

Episode 3: The Gatekeepers

Episode 4: Loopholes

Episode 5: Remorse

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