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April 19, 2024: Midday News
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9 minutes
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Apr 19, 2024
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Seven members of the New York City Council have formed a group called the New Parents Caucus, urging Mayor Eric Adams to fully fund universal childcare for children under 5, among other legislative priorities. Meanwhile, the Knicks and Rangers each begin their playoff runs this weekend. Plus, Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a provision in the upcoming state budget deal that grants the city the authority to lower speed limits to 20 mph on most streets. Amy Cohen, an advocate for street safety, speaks with Michael Hill about the news. Finally, to mark National Poetry Month, we’re featuring poems from our listeners.
Released:
Apr 19, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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July 31, 2023: Evening Roundup: Mayor Eric Adams has now been in office for more than 18 months, and he’s had a difficult summer and faced several controversies, from the departure of a police commissioner, to the growing call for a federal takeover of Rikers, to a campaign finance scandal. WNYC’s People and Power reporter Elizabeth Kim with David Furst. Also, to commemorate hip-hop’s 50th anniversary WNYC and Gothamist are sharing the voices of women from our area who are leaving their own mark on the genre, like MC Debbie D. by NYC NOW