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Evening Roundup: New Yorkers Exceed Early Voting Numbers, Metro North Expansion Delayed in the Bronx, and NYC Housing on the Ballot
Early voting is underway in New York City mayor and turnout has far exceeded previous election cycles. Meanwhile, the MTA says a major project to bring Metro North service to the East Bronx will be d…
Published on 4 days, 14 hours ago
Morning Headlines: Gov. Hochul Considers Extra School Meals During Federal Shutdown, Mamdani’s Rent Freeze Plan Faces Hurdles, and Overdose Deaths Drop Across NYC
Governor Kathy Hochul says she’s exploring whether schools can send extra meals home to students if the federal shutdown disrupts food stamp benefits. Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani’s plan…
Published on 5 days, 1 hour ago
Evening Roundup: SNAP Recipients Sue Trump Administration, House Democratic Leader Supports Mamdani for Mayor, President Trump Endorses Ciattarelli in the NJ Governor’s Race, and the Manhattan DA’s Race Flies Below the Radar
New Yorkers receiving food stamps are suing the Trump administration over changes to the program, known as SNAP. Plus, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries says affordability is a key reason why h…
Published on 5 days, 14 hours ago
Midday News: Early Voting Is Underway, Selecting the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, and the Business of Counterfeit Luxury Goods
Early voting gets underway across New York City. Plus, the legendary Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has been selected. And finally, a look at the long tradition of selling counterfeit luxury items…
Published on 5 days, 18 hours ago
Morning Headlines: Federal Housing Funds for NYC Could Be at Risk, NAACP Rallies Behind Attorney General James, City Council Hearing on Mold.
Federal housing funds could be at risk due to the government shutdown. Meanwhile, NY Attorney General Letitia James pleads not guilty to federal mortgage fraud charges. Finally, the City Council hold…
Published on 6 days ago
Child Care Costs Take Center Stage in the New York City Mayoral Race
Child care in New York City can cost families as much as $30,000 a year, rivaling rent and pushing some parents to leave the city. WNYC’s Brigid Bergin talks with families in Brooklyn’s Ditmas Park a…
Published on 1 week, 1 day ago
Evening Roundup: New York Gov. Hochul Moves to Fund Planned Parenthood, E-Bike Speed Limit Takes Effect, and the Erie Canal Turns 200
New York Governor Kathy Hochul says New York will use millions in state funds to keep Planned Parenthood clinics open to Medicaid patients after federal cuts. Meanwhile, starting this Friday, e-bike …
Published on 1 week, 1 day ago
AG James Pleads Not Guilty, Ballot Measure Could Shift NYC Elections, and a New Museum in LES
Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty in Virginia today to federal charges brought by the Trump administration, setting up a high stakes political and legal fight between two longtime adv…
Published on 1 week, 1 day ago
Morning Headlines: AG James Faces Court, PATH Drill, and the Mayor’s Final Push on the BQE
Attorney General Letitia James heads to court in Virginia this morning to face charges brought by the Trump administration. Meanwhile, the Port Authority plans a weekend emergency drill at the Harris…
Published on 1 week, 2 days ago
Evening Roundup: Mayor Adams Endorses Cuomo as Successor, and Sugar Warnings on Fast Food Menus
Mayor Eric Adams, who called Andrew Cuomo a quote "snake and a liar" last month, now says he'll campaign with Cuomo in his bid for mayor. And finally, new sugar warnings are popping up on menus at …
Published on 1 week, 2 days ago