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October 5, 2023: Morning Headlines Oct 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 report from the MTA shows the climate crisis could paralyze mass transit. Also, people traveling to and from JFK Airport via the Airtran will now be able to use OMNY readers starting next Tuesday. Plus, as of yesterday, the general application window to start a legal cannabis business in New York State is now open for the next two months. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 4, 2023: Evening Roundup Oct 04, 2023

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A New Jersey watchdog agency is criticizing two state-owned veterans homes over their initial response to COVID-19. Plus, some parents and teachers are raising concerns about a new curriculum for students at New York City schools. And, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with Jake Bolster about his reporting on the city’s new curbside composting program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 4, 2023: Midday News Oct 04, 2023

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The National Network to End Domestic Violence warns those dealing with domestic violence to turn off any hidden phones ahead of this afternoon’s FEMA emergency alert test. Also, Norton Blake has been indicted in Manhattan for beating a 60-year-old woman with a cane inside a Harlem subway station last month. And Mayor Adams is going to Mexico to learn more about the path asylum seekers take to the USA, and to discourage them from coming to New York. Finally, following yesterday’s historic ousting of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Congress member Jerry Nadler, representing New York’s 12th District including Manhattan, joins us to share his reaction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 4, 2023: Morning Headlines Oct 04, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: The Adams administration is pushing forward with legal actions to suspend New York City’s right to shelter rules as an influx of migrants continues to strain the city’s shelter system. Meanwhile, the city’s Public Schools Chancellor David Banks is reviewing the education department's actions during last Friday's storm. Plus, the MTA is kicking off a campaign to remind commuters of proper etiquette on buses and trains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 3, 2023: Evening Roundup Oct 03, 2023

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Brooklyn’s Woodhull Hospital will remain closed for several days as it undergoes repairs from Tropical Storm Ophelia. Plus, New York City Mayor Eric Adams takes a trip to Latin America. Also, WNYC’s Sophia Chang reports on a new trash system that's the first of its kind in the entire country. And finally, with the writer’s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 3, 2023: Midday News Oct 03, 2023

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New York's Comptroller says the MTA hasn’t fully put in an action plan for hardening the subways system against climate change. Meanwhile, a new NASA-led study shows New York City is sinking at a rate of a half-foot per century, but the cause isn't big buildings. Plus, the group at the MTA tasked with coming up with the fee structure for congestion pricing met for what’s likely the last public meeting yesterday. WNYC’s transportation reporter Stephen Nessen attended the meeting and has the latest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 3, 2023: Morning Headlines Oct 03, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: The MTA group in charge of figuring out how much to charge drivers for congestion pricing is preparing its recommendations after their final public meeting. A new report on anti-Asian racism in New York City notes that many incidents go unreported because of lack of trust in police. Plus, Mariah Carey will make Madison Square Garden the final stop of her month-long "Merry Christmas one and All" tour in New York City, on December 17th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 2, 2023: Evening Roundup Oct 02, 2023

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul is calling on the federal government to change the way it reimburses states for climate disasters. Plus, federal student loan borrowers will start making payments again this month after a three-year pause. And finally, WNYC’s David Furst talked with New Jersey reporter Nancy Solomon about a potential scramble for U.S. Senator Bob Menendez’s senate seat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 2, 2023: Midday News Oct 02, 2023

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After Tropical Storm Ophelia flooded the subway, the MTA CEO Janno Lieber says the entire system is vulnerable in the era of climate change. Meanwhile, residents in "The Hole," a Brooklyn-Queens border neighborhood, call for city action on persistent flooding issues. Also, the New York Mets are searching for a new manager. Finally, as cold weather approaches, NYC renters prepare for radiator noise and potential heating issues, WNYC’s housing reporter David Brand has the latest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 2, 2023: Morning Headlines Oct 02, 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 a plume of wildfire smoke may reach New York City this morning, potentially putting some people at risk. Meanwhile, a group of New York City landlords create a new insurance initiative to help save money for building repairs. Also, the city's compost program officially expands to Brooklyn today. Plus, the New York Liberty are headed to the WNBA finals. 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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