A Columbia University graduate student and activist who helped lead campus protests has been arrested by immigration authorities. Meanwhile, residents near JFK Airport say illegally parked commercial vehicles are overwhelming their neighborhoods. Plus, city and state lawmakers are working to pass legislation that would expand access to gender-affirming care for transgender, non-binary, and intersex individuals.
Mar 10, 2025•3 min
Gov. Hochul's administration is making a direct appeal to striking corrections officers, bypassing their union. Plus, the city launches a new interagency task force aimed at curtailing quality of life issues like open drug use, retail theft and homelessness. And finally, a fight for control of a historic Williamsburg synagogue.
Mar 07, 2025•10 min
Governor Kathy Hochul is bypassing the corrections officers’ union, making a direct appeal to striking officers to return to work. Meanwhile, Kean University is moving forward with a merger with a Jersey City institution, expanding its footprint in New Jersey. Also, former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s claim of Midtown residency is raising eyebrows in the mayoral race as some neighbors say they’ve never seen him. Plus, the Trump administration is delaying new tariffs on Canadian goods, but concerns re...
Mar 07, 2025•9 min
Mayor Adams and Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg are launching a new interagency task force in Greenwich Village to target open drug use, retail theft, and homelessness. Meanwhile, NYC Health + Hospitals is searching for a site for its Bridge to Home program, which would provide temporary housing for homeless psychiatric patients after hospital stays. Also, Governor Hochul wants to expand New York’s film and TV tax credit by $100 million to boost the industry after the pandemic and labor strikes. Plus, ...
Mar 07, 2025•11 min
New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joins a crowded field that also includes Mayor Eric Adams and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, among others. Plus, New York lawmakers are calling on the state to double its funding for refugee resettlement. And finally, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s plan to place guardrails on Mayor Eric Adams is stuck in neutral.
Mar 06, 2025•9 min
A man was shot and killed by police in a Staten Island parking lot early Thursday morning after officers responded to a 911 call. Meanwhile, more than 200 Barnes & Noble workers in New York City have become the bookseller’s first-ever unionized employees. Also, Mayor Eric Adams testified before Congress Wednesday at a House Oversight Committee hearing on sanctuary cities. The hearing focused on how local governments cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. WNYC reporter Arya Sundaram ...
Mar 06, 2025•8 min
A federal judge has rejected New York City’s request to force FEMA to immediately restore more than $80 million in migrant shelter funds. The city sued after the Trump administration pulled back the grant, citing gang activity at a shelter. The case will move forward, but for now, the funds remain withheld. Meanwhile, Democratic lawmakers went after Mayor Adams during a House Oversight hearing on sanctuary cities. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez questioned whether the Justice Department’...
Mar 06, 2025•3 min
New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams delivered her annual State of the City this week ahead of a possible mayoral run. Plus, a proposed plan backed by Gov. Hochul could help reduce homelessness. And finally, March marks the spring equinox, when the night skies transition from winter to spring. It’s an exciting time for stargazers.
Mar 05, 2025•10 min
City medical examiners are trying to determine what killed a 4-year-old boy at a family homeless shelter in East Flatbush. Plus, a new order from New York State's housing agency could have big implications for tenants paying water bills in rent stabilized apartments. Also, Mamma Mia! returns to Broadway this summer, after a ten-year hiatus. And finally, state health officials say there are two confirmed cases of measles in New York City. This comes after an outbreak of measles in Texas, where th...
Mar 05, 2025•10 min
Mayor Eric Adams is set to testify Wednesday morning before Congress on New York City’s sanctuary city policies, appearing alongside mayors from Boston, Chicago, and Denver. Meanwhile, Gov. Kathy Hochul warns tariffs on Mexico and Canada could hurt New York farmers who rely on exports. Also, the MTA is adding more open-gangway trains to the G line. Plus, HBO is making a documentary on Flaco, the Central Park Zoo owl who captured New Yorkers’ hearts before his death.
Mar 05, 2025•3 min
Major crime in New York City has dropped for the third consecutive month, but overall complaints to police in 2024 are at a 10-year high. Meanwhile, the MTA is expanding its new “open gangway” trains to the G line, bringing the latest subway upgrades to Brooklyn and Queens. Also, Mayor Eric Adams has issued a new social media policy for city staff after some officials sparked controversy online. Plus, food critic Robert Sietsema shares his take on the booming restaurant scene in Jersey City.
Mar 04, 2025•8 min
City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams is pushing a plan to expand seven-day-a-week service at New York City’s public libraries. Meanwhile, a new report finds construction worker deaths in New York State jumped from 50 to 74 in a year, with safety advocates blaming reduced oversight and enforcement. Also, New York City is warning property owners and construction companies to secure their sites ahead of strong winds expected to reach 45 mph. Plus, as fewer migrants seek shelter in the city, official...
Mar 04, 2025•9 min
Nonprofit organizations that support immigrants in the tri-state area say they’re feeling the strain of the Trump administration’s budget cuts, impacting services and resources. Meanwhile, the New York State Department of Corrections is firing corrections officers and issuing fines to those who did not return to work by Sunday as the prison wildcat strike enters its third week. Plus, a legal battle over affordable housing in New Jersey is heating up, with dozens of town officials arguing they ca...
Mar 04, 2025•3 min
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo is officially running for New York City mayor, and voters are weighing in on his potential political comeback. Meanwhile, New York State is expanding cannabis business licenses, sparking debate over dispensary spacing rules. Plus, the MTA is gearing up for a legal battle with the Trump administration after federal officials ordered an end to congestion pricing. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with MTA Chairman Janno Lieber.
Mar 03, 2025•10 min
Mayor Eric Adams is set to testify before the House Oversight Committee on New York City’s sanctuary city policies. Meanwhile, state lawmakers are pushing for $35 million in this year’s budget to fund 150 new cameras that would automatically ticket illegally parked vehicles. Advocates say the effort would ease congestion and improve street safety. Plus, after months of speculation, former Governor Andrew Cuomo has officially entered the race for New York City mayor, shaking up the already compet...
Mar 03, 2025•11 min
New York state corrections officers on strike have until this Monday to return to work or risk losing their health care coverage. Meanwhile, candidates in the New York City mayoral race are sharpening their attacks on former Governor Andrew Cuomo, with City Comptroller Brad Lander accusing him of ignoring his role in the city’s subway issues. Plus, a group of Albany lawmakers is pushing for new traffic cameras to automatically ticket drivers for illegal parking.
Mar 03, 2025•3 min
New York City lawmakers are considering two bills that would regulate Amazon-style warehouses to reduce pollution and improve air quality. Plus, New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado won’t run for re-election but he's not leaving politics. Also, Mayor Eric Adams steps into a longstanding controversy over the city’s racial past at the Rikers Island jail complex and the symbolism around its name. And finally, a look at what’s behind the high price of eggs these days.
Feb 28, 2025•10 min
New Jersey lawmakers are debating whether to direct more tax dollars toward building affordable housing or providing financial assistance to help residents buy homes. Meanwhile, new data from the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission show yellow cabs had their strongest January since the pandemic. Also, a tentative deal between the Hochul administration and the corrections officers’ union could bring an end to a prolonged strike. Plus, a two-year legal window allowing survivors to file claims for pa...
Feb 28, 2025•14 min
State corrections officials confirm two deaths at Sing Sing prison as an unauthorized correctional officer strike continues, raising concerns over inmate care and facility conditions. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is opening its first new immigration detention center in Newark, doubling local detention space. Plus, a new book revisits a shocking 1973 crime in Park Slope, where a man poured sulfuric acid on a four-year-old neighbor, who later became a renowned scientist. Finally, the MTA re...
Feb 28, 2025•12 min
Mayoral candidates are slamming Mayor Adams for skipping out of a scheduled forum. Plus, thousands of special license plates from the taxi and limousine commission allow drivers to avoid the MTA’s congestion pricing toll. And finally, a judge has dismissed all charges against George Norcross, the south New Jersey political boss who was accused of running a criminal enterprise.
Feb 27, 2025•9 min
Summary: The New York City Council is expected to pass a bill Thursday aimed at protecting domestic violence survivors by making their voter records confidential. Friday is the deadline for New York City parents to enroll their kids in New York City's free 3-K and Pre-K programs. Plus, the city is investing $390 million to upgrade flood protections in Bushwick. And finally, how a Dominican native has made her mark in the city as one of its most prominent food influencers. WNYC's Amanda Rozon rep...
Feb 27, 2025•6 min
The federal government is ordering the MTA to shut down congestion pricing by March 21st, but Governor Hochul is preparing for a legal battle with the Trump administration. Meanwhile, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams has officially filed paperwork to form a citywide campaign committee, adding another contender to the mayoral race. Also, the city is investing $390 million to upgrade Bushwick’s aging sewer system, the largest flood protection project in decades. Plus, in this week’s Po...
Feb 27, 2025•13 min
Mayor Adams’ defense attorney submitted a motion to dismiss the case with prejudice.. Plus, a New York state panel is looking at a request to disbar former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. And finally, an annual event turns the spotlight onto the many disorders that fall under the eating disorder spectrum.
Feb 26, 2025•8 min
A judge has dismissed racketeering charges against South Jersey political power broker George Norcross, ruling that his actions in Camden waterfront development negotiations were not criminal. Meanwhile, marine biologists say an invasive sea anemone from England, described as looking like “a squishy blob of green snot,” has made its way to the shores of New Jersey. Plus, Attorney General Matt Platkin has issued new guidance for police when it comes to their interactions with individuals who have...
Feb 26, 2025•11 min
Mayor Eric Adams will participate in his first mayoral forum of the primary season Wednesday night. Meanwhile, a New York state panel is reviewing former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s law license over a 2022 complaint. Also, New York City Council members are raising concerns over poor food conditions in city shelters, citing moldy meals and a lack of halal options. Plus, the MTA has opened a new passageway to ease congestion on the 7 train platform at Grand Central. Finally, memorial ceremonies are be...
Feb 26, 2025•5 min
Congestion pricing tolls brought in nearly $48 million in January, according to the MTA. Plus, a debate moves to the capitol as week two of a wildcat strike continues at New York state prisons. And finally, homeowners speak out to revive Airbnb in New York City, after city leaders amended the legislation.
Feb 25, 2025•9 min
Feb 25, 2025•7 min
Mayor Eric Adams is pushing back against calls for his resignation amid ongoing controversies. Meanwhile, the U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for a missing boater after a vessel capsized near the Ambrose Channel off Breezy Point on Sunday. Also, New York City property owners of taxpayer-funded affordable housing developments say soaring insurance costs are threatening their ability to operate, prompting new state efforts to rein in costs. Plus, city officials unveil high-tech flood gat...
Feb 25, 2025•4 min
The NYPD and members of the City Council are sparring over a bill that would ban police from using a tracker to monitor gang members. Plus, city leaders demonstrate new technology that will help defend Manhattan’s Two Bridges neighborhood against rising sea levels. Also, Attorney General Letitia James goes after e-cigarette companies for violating New York’s ban on flavored vapes and contributing to a youth vaping “public health crisis.” And finally, a church volunteer oversees a food pantry tha...
Feb 24, 2025•10 min
The MTA says it collected over $48 million in January from its congestion pricing program, the first revenue report since tolls began on January 5th. Meanwhile, Mayor Eric Adams says the Roosevelt Hotel shelter in Midtown will close by June, the latest of the city's large-scale shelters to get shut down. Plus, we give a listen to WNYC’s Public Song Project.
Feb 24, 2025•10 min
