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Midday News: Mayor Adams Faces Key Court Hearing on Criminal Charges, NYPD Officer Shot in Standoff with Parolee, and Proposal to Ban Phones in Classrooms Feb 18, 2025

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Mayor Eric Adams is set to appear in federal court Wednesday for a pivotal hearing on the Justice Department’s motion to dismiss his criminal charges. Meanwhile, an NYPD officer was shot during a standoff at a Lower East Side NYCHA complex. Officials say the suspect, a parolee, fired first before being taken into custody. Plus, Governors Kathy Hochul and Phil Murphy are proposing a statewide ban on cell phones in classrooms. WNYC’s Sean Carlson speaks with New Jersey student Jayden Stuckey, Newark Superintendent Roger León, and Dr. Stephanie Marcello, chief psychologist at Rutgers Behavioral Health Care, about the impact. 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: Gov. Hochul Questions Mayor Adams’ Future, NYC Small Claims Courts See Major Backlogs, and Kids Week at the Intrepid Museum Feb 18, 2025

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Governor Kathy Hochul says the recent resignations of four top deputies in Mayor Eric Adams’ administration raise serious concerns about his future. Meanwhile, a new analysis reveals that New York City’s small claims courts, meant for quick dispute resolutions, are facing major backlogs, delaying cases for months or even years. Plus, Kids Week continues at the Intrepid Museum, offering hands-on NASA exhibits and STEM activities for students on midwinter break. 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: The Latest Local News, City Plans Facelift for Broadway Junction and American Chestnuts Bear Fruit in Brooklyn Feb 17, 2025

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A new public plaza is in the works for East New York’s Broadway Junction, but residents fear being priced out. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with Bart Chezar, a chestnut expert, about an effort to bring the trees back to Brooklyn. 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: Transgender References Dropped from Stonewall Monument Website, Some New Yorkers Sour on Adams, Pedestrian Traffic Increases in Manhattan and Advice from a Dating Coach Feb 14, 2025

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References to transgender and queer people have been removed from the Stonewall National Monument’s website. Plus, WNYC’s Brittany Kriegstein asks some New Yorkers if Mayor Adams’ corruption case is swaying their support. Also, WNYC’s Michael Hill and Arun Venugopal discuss new data that show some Manhattan neighborhoods are seeing big boosts in pedestrian traffic since the start of congestion pricing. And finally, dating coaches advise single New Yorkers that dating doesn’t have to be a nightmare. 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 Eric Adams Denies Cooperating with DOJ in Exchange for Dropping Charges, Columbia Medical School Freezes Hiring Over Federal Cuts, and Gov. Hochul Won’t Rule Out Removal of Adams Feb 14, 2025

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams denies claims that his attorneys sought to have his federal corruption case dropped in exchange for his cooperation with the Trump administration’s immigration policies. Meanwhile, Columbia University’s medical school is freezing hiring and other spending as it prepares for potential federal funding cuts. Plus, Governor Kathy Hochul says she isn’t ruling out the possibility of removing Mayor Adams from office. WNYC’s Jon Campbell reports. 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: NYC Council Pushes Back on Rikers Immigration Plan, City Council Moves to Close Local Law 97 Loophile, Last Chance to Join a Community Board, and OMNY Fraud Concerns Feb 14, 2025

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Some City Council members are criticizing Mayor Eric Adams’ proposal to allow federal immigration officers into Rikers Island, arguing it could endanger pre-trial detainees. Meanwhile, two council members are introducing legislation to prevent landlords from buying their way out of complying with the city’s landmark climate law, Local Law 97, which requires buildings to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Also, Friday is the last day to apply for a seat on a community board in Brooklyn and the Bronx. Plus, this week’s On the Way transit segment covers flagged OMNY student cards, a baby born on the subway, and what’s behind the wrapped J/M/Z train structures. 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: Manhattan’s Top Prosecutor Resigns, Murder Charge for Man who Allegedly Packed Dead Roommate in Suitcase, City Council’s Minority Leader Talks New Role and Hockey Fan Builds Tiny Backyard Rink Feb 13, 2025

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Interim U.S. Attorney Danielle Sassoon is leaving her post days after the White House ordered her office to withdraw corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams. Plus, a man is facing a murder charge after he allegedly killed his roommate and put his body in a suitcase in the East River. Also, WNYC’s Sean Carlson talks with Councilmember Joann Ariola about her new role as minority leader. And finally, WNYC’s David Brand hits the ice with a hockey fanatic in Queens who turned his tiny backyard into a hockey rink. 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: NJ Township Misses Deadline in Affordable Housing Project, Jets Move on from Rodgers, Mets Season Preview, and How to Join a NYC Community Board Feb 13, 2025

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A developer suing Millburn Township over an affordable housing project says the town council missed a key court-imposed deadline, further delaying the project. Meanwhile, the New York Jets say they are officially moving on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers. In other sports news, Tim Ryder of the Simply Amazin’ New York Mets podcast previews the upcoming baseball season. Plus, applications to join local community boards in Brooklyn and the Bronx close Friday. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Community Board 6 District Manager Mike Racioppo about what the role entails. 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: Trump Administration Sues NY Over Green Light Law, NJ Town Resists Affordable Housing Order, and Calls to Relocate Bronx Zoo Elephants Feb 13, 2025

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The Trump administration is suing New York state over its Green Light Law, which allows undocumented immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses. Meanwhile, officials in Millburn, New Jersey, are facing renewed pressure to comply with a court order allowing a 75-unit affordable housing development to move forward. Plus, attorneys with the New York City Bar Association are urging city officials to relocate the Bronx Zoo’s last two elephants, Happy and Patty, to a sanctuary over concerns about their welfare. 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: U.S. Border Czar to Meet with Mayor Adams, DEI Challenges Ahead in New York, and the New Voice of Yankees Radio Prepares for Baseball Season Feb 12, 2025

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Tom Homan is scheduled to meet with Mayor Eric Adams Thursday to discuss New York City's role in enforcing the Trump administration's deportation efforts. Plus, WNYC’s Janae Pierre and Arun Venugopal discuss the future of DEI efforts. And finally, a conversation with the new voice of Yankees Radio, Dave Sims, about the upcoming baseball season. 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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