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November 13, 2024: Morning Headlines Nov 13, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start the day: Public health experts worry President-elect Donald Trump could undermine vaccination efforts in his second term, but WNYC’s Caroline Lewis reports that states like New York have guardrails against sweeping changes. Meanwhile, New York City Mayor Eric Adams supports Governor Kathy Hochul’s plan to revive congestion pricing. Plus, New Jersey and New York City are under Code Blue advisories Wednesday morning due to below-freezing temperatures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 12, 2024: Evening Roundup Nov 12, 2024

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A wildfire on the New York–New Jersey border that claimed the life of a young parks worker continues to burn. Meanwhile, Manhattan’s Grand Central Terminal has launched its annual holiday fair in Vanderbilt Hall. Plus, New Jersey Congressman Andy Kim made history last week as the first Korean-American elected to the U.S. Senate. WNYC’s Michael Hill spoke with Kim about his recent win. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 12, 2024: Midday News Nov 12, 2024

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A 7-year-old girl is recovering after being shot in Harlem on Monday. Two teenagers are in police custody awaiting charges. Meanwhile, New York City residential buildings with nine or fewer units are now required to use secure containers for trash pickup. Plus, the New York Times tech workers’ union is ending its weeklong strike. Finally, President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former New York Congressman Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. WNYC’s Jon Campbell 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.

November 12, 2024: Morning Headlines Nov 12, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: New York City saw its first measurable rain in weeks over the weekend, but dry conditions persist across the region. WNYC’s Giulia Heyward reports. Meanwhile, New Jersey officials have announced a plan to create over 150,000 affordable homes in the next decade, though there’s still confusion about who qualifies. Plus, New York Cares begins its annual winter coat drive Tuesday, distributing hundreds of coats to students at P.S. 20 on the Lower East Side, starting at 9 a.m. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 11, 2024: Midday Nov 11, 2024

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Donald Trump's re-election casts doubt on the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program which shields some immigrants from deportation. Also, landlords in the city soon could face more serious punishments for illegally evicting tenants — while tenants could get more protections. Next, new rules that aim to get piles of smelly trash bags off New York City sidewalks take effect tomorrow After the break, authorities say there’s a sharp increase in sex work along Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. WNYC’s Arun Venugopal reports the situation has deeply impacted business owners and local residents. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 8, 2024: Evening Roundup Nov 08, 2024

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Fire department officials are investigating after a car exploded in South Ozone Park, Queens Friday morning. Plus, New York City's medical examiner's office is leaving Queens and will instead consolidate those services in Brooklyn and Manhattan. And finally, WNYC’s Janae Pierre discusses New York City’s historic lack of rainfall with Rohit Aggarwala, commissioner of the city’s Department of Environmental Protection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 8, 2024: Midday News Nov 08, 2024

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We get the latest on the trial of Daniel Penny, the former Marine charged with fatally choking fellow rider Jordan Neely on the subway last year. Plus, New York Attorney General Letitia James is condemning racist text messages sent to some New Yorkers, including middle school students. And finally, in our weekly transit segment, we look at how Donald Trump’s return to the White House might affect the future of the congestion pricing plan, which was put on hold by Governor Hochul earlier this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 8, 2024: Morning Headlines Nov 08, 2024

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Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day. The NYPD is trumpeting a drop in shootings and transit crimes, according to its latest crime data. But some experts say the bigger picture is more complicated. Also, Mayor Adams says he spoke with President-elect Trump on Wednesday. It's their first conversation since the election. Finally, New York City remains under a drought watch. FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker says that means New Yorkers should use extra caution when they're out in city parks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 7, 2024: Evening Roundup Nov 07, 2024

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Democrat Laura Gillen has defeated incumbent Republican Rep. Anthony D’Esposito in Long Island’s 4th Congressional district. Plus, New York City voters approved a ballot proposal that advocates say authorizes a strict crackdown on street vendors. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill and Arya Sundaram discuss President-elect Trump’s campaign pledge to carry out the largest mass deportation program in the nation’s history. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 7, 2024: Midday News Nov 07, 2024

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Several subway and bus lines are disrupted as police say a suspect in an Upper West Side shooting fled into a subway station. Meanwhile, Governor Kathy Hochul is running out of time to launch congestion pricing in New York City before President-Elect Donald Trump, who previously vowed to cancel the program, takes office. Plus, former Marine Daniel Penny is back in court as his trial in the killing of Jordan Neely continues. Finally, Mayor Eric Adams is deploying new outreach teams to support homeless New Yorkers in the subway, aiming to improve transit safety. WNYC’s health reporter Caroline Lewis discusses the impact of these initiatives. 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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