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Evening Roundup: Gov. Hochul Plans to Cut Taxes for the Middle Class, Pay Raise for CUNY Faculty, and the MTA Pleads with Lawmakers to Fund Repair Plan Jan 14, 2025

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New York Gov. Kathy Hocul is proposing an income tax cut for about 8 million people. Plus, 30,000 workers in New York City's public university system will get raises and bonuses under a new labor contract. Also, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with transportation reporters Stephen Nessen and Ramsey Khalifeh about the transit system’s state of disrepair. 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: Governor Hochul Proposes School Parking Cuts in SOTS Address, Manhattan Traffic Drops Under Congestion Pricing, and Mets’ Juan Soto Signing Sparks Excitement in Queens Jan 14, 2025

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In her annual State of the State address, Governor Kathy Hochul is proposing cuts to parking spots near certain city schools. Meanwhile, the MTA says 43,000 fewer drivers are entering Manhattan below 60th Street each day since congestion pricing launched. Finally, the Mets’ historic signing of superstar outfielder Juan Soto is energizing fans. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with MLB reporter Mike Mazzeo about the team’s ambitions to compete with the Yankees as New York’s top baseball franchise. 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: Andrew Cuomo Leads NYC Mayoral Poll Without Running, NJ Population Growth Surges, and NY Public Library Acquires Jhumpa Lahiri Archive Jan 14, 2025

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: A new poll shows Andrew Cuomo leading the New York City mayoral primary, despite not entering the race. Meanwhile, the U.S. Census Bureau reports New Jersey is outpacing neighboring states in population growth, with significant increases in residents and jobs, WNYC’s Phil Corso reports. Plus, the New York Public Library will host the archive of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jhumpa Lahiri, recently acquiring 31 boxes of her work, including manuscripts from The Interpreter of Maladies and The Namesake. 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: Local Governors Prepare for their State of the State Addresses, Senate Hearing on Lee Zeldin’s EPA Nomination, Employment Authorization Checks at NYC’s Tin Building and a Community Champion Jan 13, 2025

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New York Gov. Kathy Hocul and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy are delivering their respective State of the State Addresses on Tuesday. Plus, New York Rep. Lee Zeldin is set to appear before the Senate this Thursday. Also, WNYC’s Sean Carlson and Ryan Kailath uncover why nearly 100 workers lost their jobs at the Tin Building in late December. And finally, we meet a teenager who bakes muffins for a class of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). 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 Teacher Charged Over Threats, PATH Fares Increase, Ticket Fee Proposed to Support Parks, and Eli Manning’s Case for the Hall of Fame Jan 13, 2025

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Schools in Montclair, New Jersey, were closed Monday due to a threat against a district staff member. Police say they’ve arrested a teacher and charged him with making terroristic threats on social media. Meanwhile, PATH fares have increased for riders traveling across the Hudson River Also, the Center for an Urban Future is proposing a surcharge on sports and music tickets to increase funding for public parks. Plus, former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning is eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2025. WNYC's Michael Hill speaks with New York Daily News columnist Gary Myers about his prospects. 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: NYPD Troubles Put Pressure on Mayor Adams, Trump Allies Push to Block Congestion Pricing, and NJ Towns Begin Affordable Housing Plans Jan 13, 2025

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: Troubles at the NYPD are putting political pressure on Mayor Eric Adams, WNYC’s Elizabeth Kim reports. Meanwhile, a group of New York Republicans say President-elect Donald Trump plans to help them stop the MTA’s congestion pricing tolls. Plus, local governments in New Jersey have begun accepting affordable housing mandates under the state’s new housing law, with Barnegat Township becoming the first to approve its assignment earlier this month. Towns must act by January 31 or risk losing protections from builder lawsuits. 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: Feds Seek 15 Year Sentence for Bob Menendez and Mayor Adams’ Year Ahead Jan 10, 2025

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Federal prosecutors say former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey should spend 15 years in prison after his conviction on corruption charges. And, WNYC’s Janae Pierre and Elizabeth Kim discuss the tumultuous year ahead for New York City Mayor Eric Adams. 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: Beware of Congestion Pricing Scams, Gov. Hochul Targets Hedge Funds in Housing Market, and Mayor Adams Highlights Mental Health in State of the City Address Jan 10, 2025

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With congestion pricing underway in Manhattan, drivers are being warned about potential tolling scams. Meanwhile, Governor Kathy Hochul says she’s targeting hedge funds that bid on single-family homes. Plus, Mayor Eric Adams highlighted mental health and homelessness during his annual State of the City address at the Apollo Theater in Harlem. WNYC’s Brigid Bergin breaks it down. 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 Bodega Owners Demand Action on ATM Thefts, Mayor Adams Defends Record at Annual State of the City Address, Migrant Shelter at Floyd Bennett Field Closes, and Congestion Pricing Week One Recap Jan 10, 2025

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: New York City’s bodega owners are demanding action after 49 ATM thefts in three months by a group dubbed “The Midnight Smashers,” WNYC’s Phil Corso reports. Meanwhile, Mayor Eric Adams delivered his State of the City address at the Apollo Theater on Thursday, addressing re-election challenges and federal bribery allegations. Also, the city is shutting down a large migrant shelter at Floyd Bennett Field as the National Park Service plans a new chapter for the historic site, WNYC’s Liam Quigley reports. Plus, WNYC transportation reporters Stephen Nessen and Ramsey Khalifeh recap the first week of congestion pricing in their segment, “On the Way.” 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: Turkish Consulate Lacks Safety Approvals, NYC Board of Elections Director Keeps Job After Investigation, Congestion Pricing Check-in and a Community Champion Jan 09, 2025

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A new report finds a “staggering” number of buildings missing required permits, but the Turkish House was the only one of its size approved to open without a valid fire safety plan. Plus, the head of the Board of Elections is facing scrutiny after city investigators found he created a hostile work environment. Also, WNYC’s Michael Hill and Liam Quigley look into the impact of New York City’s congestion pricing program. And finally, a New York-based artist talks about healing and community through dance. 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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