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Morning Headlines: Long Island Roller Derby Team Heads to Court Over Trans Athlete Ban, Gilgo Beach Murder Trial to Proceed as Single Case, and Yankees Clinch Playoff Spot 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 Suffolk County judge ruled that Rex Heuermann, the alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer, will face a single trial on charges tied to seven murders. And the New York Yankees have clinched a playoff berth with a come from behind win over the Chicago White Sox Tuesday. 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 Issues More Housing Vouchers Than Ever, Sen. Schumer Booed at the Met, a Renewed Plan for Columbia Street Waterfront, and No Answers for Family of Man Killed at 2024 West Indian Day Parade Sep 23, 2025

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New Data shows the city's social services agency is playing a bigger role than ever when it comes to stemming an affordable housing crisis. Plus, pressure is mounting on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to weigh in on the mayor’s race. Also, a new plan to develop the Columbia Street Waterfront District took a big step towards becoming reality. And finally, the parents of a man killed at New York City’s West Indian Day Parade last year say they’ve barely heard from the police working to solve 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.

Midday News: Secret Service Neutralizes Cyber Threat Amid UN General Assembly, Bronx Housing for Former Rikers Detainees Faces Council Vote, Cardi B Voices Subway Announcements, and Campaign Catch Up on NYC’s Mayoral Race Sep 23, 2025

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The Secret Service says it has dismantled a network of hundreds of servers capable of disrupting telecommunications as the UN General Assembly meets in Manhattan. Meanwhile, the City Council is preparing to vote on a controversial housing proposal in the Bronx that would create apartments for people leaving Rikers Island with serious medical needs. Also, Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B is lending her voice to MTA subway announcements, reminding riders to pay fares and follow safety rules. And NY1’s Errol Louis joins us to break down the unusual four-way race for New York City mayor. 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: NY Lawmakers Push Vaccine Access Bill, Mamdani Postpones Town Hall, and NYC Joins Fight Against Proposed EPA Rollback Sep 23, 2025

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Lawmakers in Albany have introduced a bill to expand access to vaccines by allowing doctors and pharmacists to follow state or regional guidance in addition to federal recommendations. Meanwhile, mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani says he will reschedule a televised town hall with WABC 7 after the network’s parent company reinstated Jimmy Kimmel following his suspension. And as Climate Week begins, New York City has joined a national coalition opposing an EPA proposal to roll back its authority to regulate vehicle emissions. 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: Taxes Dominate Discussion at Debate for NJ Governor, and Another NYC Casino Rejection Sep 22, 2025

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Gubernatorial candidates Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill largely wrangled over affordability issues in front of a raucous crowd. Meanwhile, a committee rejected a proposal to build a casino right next to the United Nations. 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: Another Manhattan Casino Plan Rejected, NYC Sees Rise in Public Urination Summonses, and New Jersey Approves Human Composting Sep 22, 2025

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Manhattan’s East Side casino proposal has been voted down, marking the third failed bid for a casino in the borough. Meanwhile, new city data shows public urination summonses have surged nearly fivefold in recent years. In Queens, a 13-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot in the head outside a Dunkin’ store in Cambria Heights. And across the Hudson, New Jersey has legalized human composting as an alternative to burial and cremation, with families already beginning to use the new option. 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: East Side Casino Project Faces Key Vote, New Jersey Governor’s Debate Recap, and Jets and Giants Still Seeking First Wins Sep 22, 2025

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A community advisory committee votes Monday on the proposed $11 billion Freedom Plaza casino complex next to the United Nations. Meanwhile, in New Jersey’s gubernatorial debate, Republican Jack Ciattarelli vowed not to raise sales taxes while Democrat Mikie Sherrill declined to make the same pledge. And in sports, both the Jets and Giants dropped to 0-3 after close losses this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Leftist Mayoral Frontrunner, a Centrist Governor, and a Democratic Party at a Crossroads Sep 20, 2025

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Governor Kathy Hochul has endorsed Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor, raising questions about how Democrats will navigate divides between centrists and progressives. The endorsement also puts pressure on Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries to weigh in. WNYC’s Jon Campbell explains what it reveals about the party and what it could mean heading into November. 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: Queens Student Faces Gun and Terroristic Threat Charges , Drug Arrests Surge in the Bronx, Bad Bunny’s Pandemic Era Street Concert Remembered , and Latin American Crops in Season Sep 19, 2025

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Police say a teenager faces charges after he allegedly threatened to shoot up Bayside's Cardozo High School. Plus, New York City data shows drug arrests are on the rise in a commercial district in the South Bronx known as "The Hub." Also, Bad Bunny’s residency in Puerto Rico ends this weekend. But five years ago, the superstar was giving a different type of concert in New York City. And finally, we highlight crops indigenous to Latin America that you may find at your local farm stand. 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: Mayor Adams Blames Easy Gun Access After Queens School Arrest, Pharmacies Roll Out COVID Shots Early, and 11 NYC Officials Free After Immigration Office Arrest Sep 19, 2025

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Mayor Eric Adams says Thursday’s arrest of a 16-year-old student at Cardozo High School in Bayside shows how easy access to firearms is putting New Yorkers at risk. Police say they found a loaded 9mm pistol with 13 rounds in the teen’s backpack after the FBI flagged a threatening Instagram post. Meanwhile, New York pharmacies are administering updated COVID-19 vaccines ahead of federal guidance, following an executive order from Governor Hochul. Plus, 11 New York City elected officials were freed Friday after being arrested outside 26 Federal Plaza, where they were protesting immigration enforcement practices. WNYC’s Arya Sunderam joins us to explain what happened and what it means. 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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