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Morning Headlines: Expert Says Mayor Adams Exit Unlikely to Reshape Mayoral Race, AG James Turns to National Fund for Legal Defense, and What What's Next for Adams Sep 29, 2025

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A political strategist says Mayor Eric Adams’ departure from the race is unlikely to dramatically shift the mayoral contest, even if his supporters backed a single candidate. Meanwhile, Attorney General Letitia James will draw on a fund from the Democratic Attorneys General Association to cover her legal defense in a Justice Department probe. In baseball, the Yankees clinched a playoff berth while the Mets were eliminated after a late season collapse. And WNYC’s Brigid Bergin unpacks Mayor Adams’ suspension from the Mayoral race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After Early Playoff Exit, the NY Liberty Face a Coaching Vacancy and Tough Offseason Questions Sep 27, 2025

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The New York Liberty’s bid to defend their first championship ended with an early playoff exit, fueled by injuries and inconsistency. Days later, the team declined to renew Coach Sandy Brondello’s contract, leaving a star studded roster without clear direction. Sports reporter Jackie Powell unpacks what went wrong this season and what’s next for the franchise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Evening Roundup: ICE Agent Relieved of Duties After Shoving Woman, Cuomo Lands Endorsement from Former Rival, COVID-19 Vaccination Guidance, and Preserving Fresh Herbs for the New Season Sep 26, 2025

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A federal immigration agent seen in viral videos shoving a woman to the floor outside a Manhattan immigration court has been relieved of duty while the Department of Homeland Security investigates. Plus, Andrew Cuomo is getting an endorsement from Jim Walden in his bid for New York City Mayor. Also, New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Michelle Morse shares recommendations as we enter cold and flu season. And finally, now's your chance to stock up on and preserve herbs for the upcoming season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Midday News: Suspect Sought in Fatal Shooting of Queens Woman, Why the MTA Wants to Push Heat Deeper Underground, and the Cost of Housing Takes Center Stage in Race for NJ Governor Sep 26, 2025

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Police are looking for a man they say shot and killed a woman at her Queens building two weeks ago. Plus, the MTA is exploring new technology that would transfer heat in subway stations deeper underground. And finally, a look at how the rising cost of housing in New Jersey is taking center stage in the governor's race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Morning Headlines: Immigration Judges Fired, Supportive Housing Project, Downstate Casino Projects Sep 26, 2025

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The National Association of Immigration Judges says the Trump administration has terminated over 80 immigration judges nationwide. Meanwhile, in the Bronx, city council members disagree on whether to build supportive housing units for Rikers detainees. Finally, community boards vote to approve casinos in Queens and Yonkers, after the bid for three in Manhattan failed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Evening Roundup: Correction Officer Violates NYC's Sanctuary Protections, Yonkers Casino Plan Moves to Next Phase, “The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces” Returns to the Big Screen, and Climate Talk in Harlem Sep 25, 2025

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A new report finds a city correction staffer aided federal immigration officers on multiple occasions in 2024 and 2025, in violation of city sanctuary protections for immigrants. Meanwhile, a community advisory panel voted in favor of a plan to bring full-scale casino gambling to Yonkers. Plus, New York City is facing wrongful death claims from the families of at least four people who died in Harlem's Legionnaires' disease outbreak. Also, a cult classic documentary about New York City's parks, plazas, and sidewalks returns to the big screen this week. And finally, the environment is on the minds of some Harlem residents as Climate Week continues at the UN General Assembly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Midday News: Official Warnings Ahead of a Mass Shooting at Brooklyn Club, Yankees Slugger Aaron Judge Reaches Major Milestone, and the Latest Installment of Politics Brief Sep 25, 2025

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City and state officials say they told the owner of a Brooklyn hookah lounge to address violations and violence at the club months before a mass shooting this summer left three people dead. Plus, Yankees captain Aaron Judge reaches a major milestone, becoming just the fourth player in MLB history to reach 50 home runs four times in a career. And finally, in the latest installment of Politics Brief, we tackle casinos, the mayoral race, and Chuck Schumer's night at the Met Opera. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Morning Headlines: ICE Arrests in Penn Station, Court Rules May Have Been Broken in Mangione Trial, Man Shot in Penn Station Sep 25, 2025

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Amtrak officials say nearly 200 people were arrested by ICE for alleged sexual activity in the Penn Station men's bathroom. Meanwhile, government agents may have posted opinions on social media regarding the Mangione trial which is a violation of court rules. And a man was shot in Penn Station Wednesday evening. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Evening Roundup: NYC’s Rat Czar Resigns, a Queens Council Race Between Friends, and Low Morale Plagues NY Prisons Sep 24, 2025

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Kathleen Corradi is leaving her post as New York City’s first ever rat czar. Plus, Democrat Phil Wong and Republican Alicia Vaichunas are work friends and political rivals in the Queens council race. And finally, prison staffing and morale are low at New York prisons, six months after a wildcat prison strike ended. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Midday News: Long Island Roller Derby Team Challenges Nassau Trans Athlete Ban, Manhattan Man Facing Charges in Subway Attack, and Bluestockings Bookstore to Close Sep 24, 2025

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A Long Island roller derby team is back in court Thursday as it challenges Nassau County’s ban on transgender athletes at public facilities. Meanwhile, a Manhattan man is facing charges after police say he attacked an off duty NYPD officer at the 14th Street and 3rd Avenue subway station Tuesday night. Plus, Bluestockings, the radical Lower East Side bookstore, is closing its doors after more than 25 years. WNYC’s Ryan Kailath has more. 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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