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September 29, 2023: Evening Roundup Sep 29, 2023

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Mayor Adams urges New Yorkers to shelter in place due to ongoing impacts from Tropical Storm Ophelia. Also, tobacco-related cancers are declining in New York State. Meanwhile, NYC's "open streets" program has transformed a Brooklyn road into a worship space, as WNYC's Ramsey Khalifeh reports. Finally, the Writers Guild of America ends its 5-month strike, signaling a slow recovery for the film and TV industry, according to WNYC’s Precious Fondren. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 29, 2023: Midday News Sep 29, 2023

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Both Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams have declared states of emergency as Tropical Storm Ophelia batters the New York City reigion, warning of up to 8 inches of rain by day's end. Severe flooding has caused major disruptions in MTA service and on roadways, leading to the closure of LaGuardia's Terminal A and numerous weather-related accidents in New Jersey. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning affecting multiple counties. In other news, Streetsblog reports City Hall is abandoning its plan to put a car-free bus lane on Fordham Road in the Bronx after months of opposition from major players in the borough. Reporter Dave Colon has been covering the fallout. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 29, 2023: Morning Headlines Sep 29, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: The MTA is preparing for a severe storm bringing heavy rains as it rolls into the metro area today. On Monday, a panel will review scenarios for how much drivers should pay under the MTA's congestion pricing program. A New York State judge's ruling paves the way for an almost $18-dollar minimum wage for people who deliver food for the apps like GrubHub and Uber. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 28, 2023: Evening Sep 28, 2023

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The operator of the Brooklyn construction company found responsible for a deadly wall collapse in 2018 will serve 2 to 4 years in prison. Also, what would a U.S. government shutdown mean for New Yorkers? WNYC's Giulia Heyward reports. Plus, New Jersey is one of the top producers of blueberries, asparagus, and other crops in the U.S., mostly because it's fueled by thousands of farm workers. WNYC’s Karen Yi reports on the increased health threats these workers face Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 28, 2023: Midday News Sep 28, 2023

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Governor Hochul has signed a new set of human trafficking bills into law during a visit to Flushing Queens. Meanwhile, David Jakubonis, the 44-year-old man who attacked former Republican gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin at a campaign event last year, has agreed to a plea deal. Finally, starting next week New York City will begin expanding its curbside composting program to Brooklyn, joining Queens, with the Bronx, Staten Island and Manhattan to follow next year. Jessica Tisch, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Sanitation joins us to talk about what this means for Brooklyn and the rest of 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.

September 28, 2023: Morning Headlines Sep 28, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Members of the New York City council say they're fed up with chronic delays in processing food stamps and cash assistance applications. Meanwhile, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls the charges against Senator Bob Mennedez upsetting. Plus, data from New York City's Office of Special Enforcement shows that the legal registration process for landlords and tenants using short term rental platforms like AirBnb can be tricky. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 27, 2023: Evening Roundup Sep 27, 2023

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September 27, 2023: Midday News Sep 27, 2023

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Senator Bob Menendez has pleaded not guilty in federal court today to three counts related to bribery and corruption. Meanwhile Rex Heuermann, the man charged with the Gilgo Beach killings is back in court today two months after his initial arrest for a status hearing. Also, the Adams Administration wants to boost government resources available for the city's nightlife scene. Plus, for the last six years the MTA has allowed a small group of people in the Access-a-Ride program to take as many trips as they want, whenever they want, using an app-based taxi service for $2.75. But last month, the agency killed the program. WNYC’s Stephen Nessen reports on what happened next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 27, 2023: Morning Headlines Sep 27, 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 appealing a judge’s order to vacate a Staten Island emergency migrant shelter. Meanwhile, a New York judge accuses former President Trump of long-standing fraud in his real estate ventures. Also, a 25-year-old withdraws from a plea deal moments before his federal court appearance for allegedly robbing a Brooklyn pastor on live-stream. In sports, the New York Liberty level their playoff series with the Connecticut Sun, 1-1. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 26, 2023: Evening Roundup Sep 26, 2023

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Ten members of the NYPD accounted for more than $68 million in misconduct payouts within the last decade. Plus, New York City's shelters for families with children will soon hire mental health providers. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with Deputy Commissioner Anne Patterson of the Office to End Domestic and Gender Based Violence, about the impact of street harassment and what should be done to stop it. 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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