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December 11, 2023: Evening Roundup Dec 11, 2023

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State lawmakers are trying to get rid of a longstanding property tax break enjoyed by Columbia University and NYU. The ACLU announced that it will represent the National Rifle Association in a Supreme Court case against New York state. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill talked with reporter Jessy Edwards about New York City’s newly appointed Department of Corrections Commissioner, Lynelle Maginley-Liddie. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 11, 2023: Midday News Dec 11, 2023

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last night in Queens. Also, a new report from the City Council estimates the city will bring in $1.2 billion dollars more in tax revenue this fiscal year than the Mayor Eric Adams's office projected. Plus, Governor Phil Murphy is trying to restart New Jersey's offshore wind industry, after the Danish company Orsted pulled the plug on two major projects. But how Murphy pivots away from Orsted and makes up for lost time will determine whether the state can reach its climate change goals by 2035. WNYC’s Nancy Solomon reports. Finally, as people gather with family and friends over food this holiday season, WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is asking New Yorkers to share stories about recipes with special meaning. Meet Lisa Wade from Queens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 11, 2023: Morning Headlines Dec 11, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Governor Kathy Hochul has issued a warning to New York colleges and universities about their handling of calls for genocide on campuses. Meanwhile, Mayor Eric Adams is once again on the defensive about the reported federal investigation into his election campaign.Plus, New Jersey will start enforcing restrictions on its breweries including limits on how many special events a brewery can have. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2023: Evening Roundup Dec 08, 2023

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A federal appeals court ruled that most of New York’s concealed carry regulations can stay in effect while the courts weigh in on lawsuits challenging them. Plus, WNYC’s Arun Venugopal looks into New York City’s faith-based shelter program. And finally, WNYC’s Sean Carlson and Ryan Kailath discuss a WNYC investigation that finds that less than a fifth of the money raised from SantaCon, an annual charity event and pub crawl, has gone to registered nonprofits. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2023: Midday News Dec 08, 2023

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A working group charged with figuring out how to implement a new law requiring smaller class sizes in New York City is struggling to reach an agreement. Meanwhile, DoorDash and Uber Eats are changing how they ask customers to tip delivery workers in the wake of boosts to those workers' wages. Finally, it's time for an edition of WNYC’s weekly transit segment On the Way featuring reporter Stephen Nessen and editor Clayton Guse. This week they react to the new congestion pricing tolls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2023: Morning Headlines Dec 08, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: A 28-year-old man is in custody after officials allege he fired a gun on the premises of a synagogue in Albany. Also, New York City officials are calling for an investigation into a claim that the outgoing city jails boss, Louis Molina, tried to cover up violence on Rikers Island, and retaliated against an employee who spoke up. Leaders from the Working Families Party, a progressive organization, say George Latimer's campaign for Congress will distract from Democrats' efforts to retake the House. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 7, 2023 : Evening Roundup Dec 07, 2023

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Staten Island will get $12 million to mitigate the harms of the opioid epidemic. Plus, WNYC’s Michael Hill and Charles Lane dig into reporting that Eric Adams’ 2021 campaign "potentially hid” a fundraiser from another construction company. And finally, WNYC’s Sean Carlson talks with Matt Deodato about effective ways to mitigate New York City’s rat population. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 7, 2023: Midday News Dec 07, 2023

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Mayor Adams is headed to D.C., where he plans to lobby for more migrant funding amid the ongoing influx of new arrivals. Also, a new Quinnipiac University poll finds nearly two-thirds of New York City voters disapprove of Mayor Adams’ job performance. Finally, on Wednesday, the MTA board approved a fee structure for congestion pricing, moving New York City a step closer to becoming the first city in the country to charge drivers such fees. WNYC’s Michael Hill sat down with transportation reporter Stephen Nessen who has been following the story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 7, 2023: Morning Headlines Dec 07, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: A new analysis reveals mortgage loan disparities by big banks that are holding billions in New York City's cash. Meanwhile, the MTA's congestion pricing plan is moving forward. Also, the New York Racing Association's president says Belmont Park is undergoing a $455 million dollar renovation and construction could last more than a year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 6, 2023 : Evening Roundup Dec 06, 2023

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George Latimer is officially running for Congress next year against Representative Jamaal Bowman of the Bronx. Plus, New York City’s teachers union is joining criticism of Mayor Adams’ 60-day limit for migrant families in shelters. Also, WNYC’s Karen Yi reports the city isn't formally connecting young migrants to youth homeless services, leaving many unaware of resources available to them. And finally, WNYC’s Giulia Heyward looks into a bill the city council hope to pass in order to stop a Queens man who has made money off thousands of noise complaints. 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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