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December 6, 2023: Midday News Dec 06, 2023

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The MTA board is moving forward with plans to charge drivers $15 dollars to enter lower Manhattan under congestion pricing. Meanwhile, famed television producer Norman Lear, famously known for making 1970s sitcom “All in the Family” passed away on Tuesday night. He was 101. Also, the NYPD is investigating after a fiery crash involving a Lamborghini killed a 21-year-old woman in Inwood, Manhattan Monday night. Finally, an ongoing lawsuit filed by women who've worked as New Jersey State Police troopers alleges sexism and racism throughout the department's ranks. Now, according to a New York Times report, the federal Justice Department is looking into allegations of gender bias and racial discrimination among the New Jersey State Police. WNYC’s David Furst spoke with Tracey Tully who covered 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 6, 2023: Morning Headlines Dec 06, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Mayor Adams says City Hall didn't keep a list of construction projects to fast-track for fire inspections. Meanwhile, a new set of City Council bills set to be introduced would allow more off-the-books street vendors to work legally and avoid hefty fines and jail time. Plus, Governor Hochul's plan to replace the Lincoln Correctional Facility in Harlem with affordable housing is making progress. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 5, 2023: Evening Roundup Dec 05, 2023

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The Uniformed Firefighters Association is pushing back against budget cuts approved by New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Also, a new report finds the number of millionaires living in New York has grown by about 30 percent since the start of the pandemic. And finally, WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen talks with Yoav Gonen, a reporter for "The City," about an investigation into Mayor Adams’ Director of Asian Affairs, Winnie Greco. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 5, 2023: Midday News Dec 05, 2023

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Nassau County Republican party chair Joe Cairo says more than two dozen candidates have expressed interest in replacing George Santos in congress. Meanwhile, New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is trying to limit Mayor Adams' spending power when it comes to caring for migrants. Also, Mayor Adams says the City is launching a pilot program for safe battery charging for delivery workers who use electric bikes. Plus, migrant families in the city's school system face many hurdles such as difficulty getting enrolled and transportation issues. Now migrants and their advocates say a new threat looms: the prospect of being uprooted again due to a new city directive. WNYC’s Arya Sundaram reports. Finally, WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk asked New Yorkers to sift through the recipe box in their minds to pull out the one that brings back the fondest memories. Meet Tracy Shu from Brooklyn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 5, 2023: Morning Headlines Dec 05, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: A new Rikers Island jail unit designed to house people who are known as "fire-starters" opened last month without a working fire-prevention system, according to new court filings. Meanwhile, New York City Transit President Richard Davey invites one of the leading critics of congestion pricing over to his place for a beer. Plus, there's an open seat for Congress in New York now that George Santos is out. WNYC's Brigid Bergin reports like Santos himself, the process to fill it will be anything but usual. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 4, 2023: Evening Roundup Dec 04, 2023

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New York State is getting over $100 million for mental health services. Plus, WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen and Samantha Max discuss what could come next for survivors of sexual assault who missed the deadline for the Adult Survivors Act to file lawsuits. And finally, New Yorkers sift through their recipe boxes to pull out the one that brings back the fondest memories. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 4, 2023: Midday News Dec 04, 2023

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A group of Sunset Park tenants can finally return home after a two-year fight with a landlord who completely reshaped their fire-damaged apartments. WNYC's David Brand reports on how hard it can be for renters to get their apartments back after a disaster. Actor Jonathan Majors is facing a Manhattan trial on charges he assaulted his then-girlfriend earlier this year. He has pleaded not guilty. Finally, despite the city announcing it would cut many programs at city jails meant to help detainees, a new class at Rikers teaching detainees both practical law and skills like meditation will continue. WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen spoke with public safety reporter Jessy Edwards, who visited the class’s first ever graduation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 4, 2023: Morning Headlines Dec 04, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Police are investigating after a man killed four family members, including two children, at their Queens home in Far Rockaway early Sunday. Also, a New Jersey mother is advocating for better protections for victims of AI-generated images. For her, the cause is personal. WNYC's Tiffany Hanssen reports. Meanwhile, New York City is considering 6 new bills, one of which would require the Department of Transportation to give a 15-days heads up to council members and community boards before removing a parking space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 1, 2023: Evening Roundup Dec 01, 2023

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In an historic move George Santos is ousted from Congress after 3 attempts. Plus, the Campaign For Healthy Minds released a study recommending Governor Kathy Hochul and the state invest almost $200-million dollars for kids' and teens' behavioral health services. WNYC’S Tiffany Hanssen spoke with their Director of Policy for Child and Adolescent Health, along with Mashrafi Anwar, a student at NYU and leader at the Youth and Caregiver Council about it. Finally, WNYC’s Precious Fondren caught up with legendary Yonkers rapper Styles P at his restaurant VeganHood to learn more about his business. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 1, 2023: Midday News Dec 01, 2023

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BREAKING: In its 3rd attempt, the House of Representatives has officially voted to expel Republican Representative George Santos from Congress. WNYC's Tifanny Hanssen and Brian Lehrer gets the latest from senior politics reporter Brigid Bergin. 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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