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July 26, 2023 : Evening Round Up Jul 26, 2023

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Some elected officials are describing conditions for migrants in certain New York City shelters as "inhumane" and "horrific." Plus, former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani admits to making false statements while working as a lawyer for former President Trump. And, a man who claims to have witnessed the 1965 assassination of Malcolm X is speaking out. Also, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with writer Houreidja Tall about her latest piece on hair braiders and the injuries they sustain. And finally, an ever–cooking pot of stew at a Brooklyn playground has gone viral online. WNYC’s Ramsey Khalifeh decided to find out what the slurp is all about. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 26, 2023: Midday News Jul 26, 2023

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City officials are investigating a crane collapse in Hell's Kitchen that injured six after it caught fire and crashed into a building early this morning. Meanwhile, the recent decision by the Rutgers Board of Governors to merge two medical schools has sparked controversy, with concerns over reduced residency opportunities and decreased care quality, especially in Newark. Newark's Mayor, Ras Baraka, opposed to the merger, joins Michael Hill to discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 26, 2023: Morning Headlines Jul 26, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: This fall, a new pilot aims to replace gas stoves in NYCHA apartments with energy-efficient induction stoves. Additionally, research nonprofit Climate Central ranks New York City first out of 44 cities for its potential to trap heat on summer days. Finally, a federal judge sentences Carlos Macci to two-and-a-half years in prison and one year of inpatient drug treatment for actor Michael K. Williams' overdose death. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 25, 2023: Evening Roundup Jul 25, 2023

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Some constituents of Representative George Santos are imploring members of Congress to get rid of him before they break for their August recess. Plus, some voters in Queens will head to the polls this Fall to choose their new state Assembly member. Also, Prosecutors are seeking long prison sentences for four men who have pleaded guilty to drug charges in connection with the fatal overdose of the late actor Michael K. Williams. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with housing reporter David Brand about a practice that’s raising concerns that insurers may be unfairly discriminating against groups protected by state and federal fair housing laws. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 25, 2023: Midday News Jul 25, 2023

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A New Jersey bus monitor is accused of negligently causing the death of a 6-year-old girl with special needs last week. Also, Robert Hadden, a former Columbia University gynecologist, receives a 20-year federal prison sentence for sexually abusing four patients. Lastly, "Just Action," a new book, provides a blueprint for building integrated communities. WNYC race and justice reporter Arya Sundaram spoke to Leah Rothstein, one of the authors. Arya joins Tiffany Hanssen to discuss Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 25, 2023: Morning Headlines Jul 25, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York forms a new unit to probe potential wrongful convictions. In New Jersey, a judge nears a ruling on the state's accountability for school segregation. Also, Mayor Adams sets his sights on dismantling the nearly 400 miles of scaffolding dominating New York City sidewalks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jult 24, 2023: Evening Roundup Jul 24, 2023

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Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella is filing a lawsuit to block congestion pricing in Manhattan. Plus, New York City leaders are deploying new surveillance cameras around the five boroughs in an effort to crack down on illegal dumping. And finally, WNYC’s Jared Marcelle checks in with a Sudanese family in Brooklyn as conflict continues to grip their country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 2023: Midday News Jul 24, 2023

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The Department of Correction has suspended three staff members at the Rikers Island jail complex following a detainee's death. Meanwhile, we take a closer look at the latest challenge to New York's congestion pricing plan. New Jersey Congressman Josh Gottheimer, a long-standing opponent of the plan, joins WNYC host Tiffany Hanssen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 2023: Morning Headlines Jul 24, 2023

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: New York City property owners now have the ability to register their buildings to block illegal Airbnb rentals. Convicted former Columbia University gynecologist Robert Hadden faces life imprisonment at today’s sentencing for abusing four women. Meanwhile, Rutgers University is embroiled in a dispute over the proposed merger of New Jersey’s two largest public medical schools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 21, 2023: Evening Roundup Jul 21, 2023

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New York City’s congestion pricing plan is facing another challenge. A new record label based in the city is providing a platform for differently-abled artists. And we speak with drummer and songwriter George Brown about the formation of the band Kool & The Gang nearly 60 years ago. 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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