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September 18, 2023: Morning Headlines Sep 18, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Neighbors of a Bronx daycare, where a 1-year-old boy tragically died from exposure to opioids on Friday, express concerns about the growing problem of fentanyl in the neighborhood. Meanwhile, researchers from Climate Central report that global warming has made it five times as likely for the region to experience 90-degree temperatures in September. Additionally, Help-wanted advertisements in New York State will have to disclose how much jobs pay under a new salary transparency law. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 15, 2023: Evening Roundup Sep 15, 2023

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“Dreamers” in New York and across the country face uncertainty as a federal judge rules DACA illegal. Meanwhile, Mayor Adams faces criticism for delays in assisting migrants with asylum applications, potentially affecting their legal status and work permits. Finally, WNYC’s Radio Rookies program equips young New Yorkers with microphones, allowing them to share stories about their lives and communities, such as 17-year-old Fanta Kaba’s investigation into a plan to privatize public housing management in the South Bronx. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 15, 2023: Midday News Sep 15, 2023

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New York City is sending first responders to New Hampshire as Hurricane Lee approaches. Meanwhile, the Manhattan DA accuses former city buildings commissioner Eric Ulrich of wrongdoing in clearing a shelter in Rockaway Park. Also, starting tonight, Jewish communities worldwide celebrate Rosh Hashanah, marking the Hebrew new year. Finally, an investigative report by Bianca Fortis and Laura Beil, in collaboration with ProPublica, New York Magazine, and podcast studio Wondery, sheds light on Dr. Robert Hadden’s pattern of sexual abuse, the brave fight for justice by his victims, and the limited accountability faced by Columbia University during his 25-year tenure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 15, 2023: Morning Headlines Sep 15, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: The New York City Council is signing off on a 5-year permit to allow Madison Square Garden to continue to operate. Meanwhile, a string of bodega stick-ups in eastern Queens has some local business owners on edge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September, 14 2023: Evening Roundup Sep 14, 2023

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The latest COVID-19 vaccine will become available for New Yorkers this Friday. Plus, three men face hate crime charges linked to the vandalization of a pride flag display in Manhattan. And finally, another story from one of WNYC’s Radio Rookies, a program that puts microphones in the hands of young New Yorkers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 14, 2023: Midday News Sep 14, 2023

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Hamzeh Alwawi, the Clinton Hill restaurant owner accused of plowing his car into two men outside a migrant shelter, says he was trying to protect himself. Meanwhile, a New Yorker upset that the city has been housing homeless migrants on his block is delivering an unwelcoming recorded message through a loudspeaker for his new neighbors. Finally, despite childcare costs in New York City already being high, if not unaffordable for many families, a lot of childcare workers still struggle to get by on low wages. New York Times metro reporter Eliza Shapiro co-wrote a recent story about the crisis families and care providers are experiencing and speaks with Michael Hill about her findings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 14, 2023: Morning Headlines Sep 14, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: A shocking discovery at Rikers Island as a food inspector finds live insects in 540 cases of food. Meanwhile, amid the ongoing migrant crisis, some New York officials consider local solutions like a city-based work permit program. Also, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy expresses concern about private bus companies shutting down commuter service in October. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 13, 2023: Evening Roundup Sep 13, 2023

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Democrat Sam Berger wins the race for a vacant Assembly seat in Queens. Plus, a Bitcoin mining facility inside a Finger Lakes power plant continues to operate after it lost an environmental permit for violating climate law. And finally, a story from one of WNYC’s Radio Rookies, a program that puts microphones in the hands of young New Yorkers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 13, 2023: Midday News Sep 13, 2023

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Amidst Mayor Adams' warning of 15% budget cuts due to migrant arrivals, the Biden administration stresses its support for New York City. Meanwhile, Sandra Lindsay, the first to receive a COVID vaccine, is now the inaugural recipient of the now updated Pfizer booster, her sixth COVID shot. In Corona Plaza, Queens, the community still grapples with the effects of a street vendor market's closure by NYC sanitation police. Lastly, Leonard Mack, nearly 50 years on, was exonerated in Westchester for a wrongful rape conviction, with The Innocence Project's crucial intervention. Amanda Wallwin, senior policy advocate for The Innocence Project speaks with WNYC's Sean Carlson about the case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 13, 2023: Morning Headlines Sep 13, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: An "underground market" for short-term rentals emerges as New York City enforces Airbnb restrictions from last week. Meanwhile, Governor Hochul dispatches 50 National Guard members to Long Island in anticipation of Hurricane Lee. Finally, Jets fans are reeling after learning of quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending Achilles injury.

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