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Midday News: Columbia Agrees to Limit International Enrollment, Federal Sanctuary City Lawsuit Faces Legal Scrutiny, and New Jersey U.S. Attorney Standoff Continues Jul 28, 2025

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The Trump administration’s new agreement with Columbia University requires the school to reduce its reliance on international students. Meanwhile, legal experts say a new federal lawsuit targeting New York’s sanctuary city laws is unlikely to succeed in court. The Department of Justice alleges the city unlawfully blocks immigration agents from enforcing federal law. Plus, the battle over New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor is heating up. The Trump administration named Alina Habba as acting U.S. Attorney bypassing a panel of federal judges who had planned to replace her. Ry Rivard from Politico New Jersey joins us with the latest. 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: City COVID Sick Leave Ends Thursday, Bronx Lawmakers Push for Gun Control, and Heat Wave Safety Measures Jul 28, 2025

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New York’s mandatory paid sick leave for COVID-19 expires this Thursday. The policy required public employers and large companies to provide 14 days of paid leave to workers under quarantine. Meanwhile, Bronx elected officials are calling on federal lawmakers to do more to curb the flow of illegal guns into New York City. Plus, with a heat wave pushing temperatures as high as 105 degrees, officials are urging New Yorkers to stay safe and use available cooling centers across the five boroughs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stricter SNAP Rules Could Push NYC's Most Vulnerable Off Food Assistance Jul 26, 2025

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A new federal law is making major cuts to SNAP, the program that helps more than 1.8 million New Yorkers afford groceries. WNYC’s Karen Yi reports on how the changes could strip benefits from older adults, low income workers, and others, while shrinking support for hundreds of thousands more. 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 Summer Youth Employment Program A.T.M. Scam, Outrage Over Pedestrian Safety in Sunset Park, and “A Chorus Line” Turns 50 Jul 25, 2025

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New York City officials are investigating a reported ATM scam involving payment cards issued through the city's Summer Youth Employment Program. Plus, Sunset Park residents are calling for the city to improve pedestrian safety along Third Avenue where two men were recently killed. And finally, The iconic Broadway musical “A Chorus Line” is turning 50 and it changed Broadway forever. 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: Planned Parenthood Scrambles After Medicaid Cuts, Schools Must Prepare for Medical Emergencies, and Trump Administration Challenges City Sanctuary Laws Jul 25, 2025

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Planned Parenthood clinics across New York are scrambling to fill a multimillion dollar hole after being cut off from Medicaid reimbursements under a federal law. Meanwhile, a new state law now requires public schools to develop emergency response plans for cardiac arrests and other medical events among students and staff. Plus, the Trump administration is taking New York City to court, arguing its sanctuary policies, limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, violate the Constitution. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro about the lawsuit and the city’s legal stance. 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: More Primary Voters Fill Out Ballots, George Santos to Report to Prison Friday, Yankees Legend to Enter Hall of Fame Sunday, and MTA Upgrades Train Communication System Jul 25, 2025

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Nearly 50 percent of voters in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary filled out all five ranked choice slots, a slight increase from 2021. Of those, 70 percent left Andrew Cuomo off their ballots. Meanwhile, former Congressman George Santos is set to report to federal prison Friday after pleading guilty to wire fraud and identity theft. Also, Yankees legend CC Sabathia will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday. Plus, the MTA is overhauling its train communication system, Hoboken PATH riders continue to face disruptions, more open gangway trains are arriving on the G line, and new guardrails along the 7th Avenue line are raising questions. 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: Columbia University Cuts a Deal with the Trump Administration, NYC Public Schools Smart Phone Ban, Mental Health Services for Domestic Violence Survivors, Buffalo’s 2021 Mayoral Race and Heat Tips Jul 24, 2025

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Columbia University has struck a deal with the federal government that ends multiple civil rights investigations and restores access to research funding. Plus, New York City will move forward with its ban on smartphones in public schools this fall. Also, domestic violence survivors can now access mental health services more easily in shelters. Meanwhile, the mayoral contest in Buffalo four years ago, has lots of parallels to the current race in New York City. And finally, some tips to deal with the heat and humidity 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.

Midday News: Summer Streets Program Returns, Prospect Park’s LeFrak Center Reopens, Performing Arts Library Turns 60, and Latest from the Mayoral Candidates Jul 24, 2025

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New York City’s Summer Streets program returns for five consecutive Saturdays starting this weekend, closing more than 22 miles of roadway to cars across the boroughs. Meanwhile, Prospect Park’s LeFrak Center at Lakeside is also set to reopen after its first major renovation since 2013. Also, the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is celebrating its 60th anniversary with events in partnership with Lincoln Center. Plus, in this week’s politics segment: mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s trip to Uganda, Andrew Cuomo’s campaign promises, and the latest on 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: Man Sentenced in Times Square Assault, Push for Gender-Affirming Care Protections, and Mental Health Services Expand in Domestic Violence Shelters Jul 24, 2025

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A man involved in a Times Square fight between police and migrants earlier this year has been sentenced to 18 months in jail after pleading guilty to assault. Meanwhile, mental health clinicians across New York are urging Governor Hochul to sign a bill safeguarding access to gender-affirming care. Plus, New York City is expanding a program that places therapists and mental health services inside domestic violence shelters. 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 Cyclists Rack up Summonses, Columbia Disciplines Student Protesters, Free Uber Rides for Domestic Violence Survivors, NY Bill Would Ban Any Officer from Wearing a Face Mask, and Armored Fighting in Manhattan Jul 23, 2025

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Police data shows the NYPD issued ten times more criminal summonses to cyclists in the second quarter of 2025 than the first. Plus, Columbia University announces new punishments for students who took over part of a campus library during a Pro-Palestinian protest last spring. Also, Uber is giving free rides to domestic violence survivors. Meanwhile, the Senate is reviewing a state bill called the MELT Act; short for Mandating End of Lawless Tactics. And finally, a gladiator training class teaches the basics of sword fighting and more in Manhattan. 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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