April 22, 2024: Evening Roundup

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April 22, 2024: Evening Roundup

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At least 100 people have returned to protest at Columbia University on Monday. Plus, New York state lawmakers have finalized the state budget. Also, New York City Mayor Eric Adams is seeking to hire the controversial attorney Randy Mastro to be the city's top lawyer. And finally, there’s a new record-holder for the longest number of consecutive chess matches.

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July 28, 2023: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Con Ed and city officials urge New Yorkers to conserve energy during peak hours amidst a heat wave. Also, a landlords' group sues Jersey City over new legislation providing low-income tenants with free legal counsel in housing court. Meanwhile, the Bowery Residents Committee lands a $103-million contract to aid subway homeless, despite past performance issues. by NYC NOW
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July 28, 2023: Midday News: Three men are getting compassionate release after a judge accused the FBI of manipulating them of committing a crime after 9/11. Police are investigating the burglary of a Brooklyn yoga studio as a potential hate crime. And lastly, WNYC's David Furst speaks with a reporter from The City to discuss how the the cooling fund for seniors and low income New Yorkers have run out of funds. by NYC NOW
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July 26, 2023: Midday News: City officials are investigating a crane collapse in Hell's Kitchen that injured six after it caught fire and crashed into a building early this morning. Meanwhile, the recent decision by the Rutgers Board of Governors to merge two medical schools has sparked controversy, with concerns over reduced residency opportunities and decreased care quality, especially in Newark. Newark's Mayor, Ras Baraka, opposed to the merger, joins Michael Hill to discuss. by NYC NOW
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August 2, 2023: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: State Senator Andrew Gounardes is pushing a state bill that requires New York City drivers with more than six speeding tickets in a year to install speed-limiting devices in their cars. Meanwhile, nurses at New York City's public hospitals are voting on a new contract that could hike their pay by over $20,000 within two years. Lastly, the Mets have sent pitcher Justin Verlander back to his former team, the Houston Astros. by NYC NOW
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August 2, 2023: Midday News: Mayor Eric Adams is considering housing migrants in tents in Central Park and other large city parks. Also, approximately 1700 nurses at New Jersey's Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital plan to strike on Friday for better staffing ratios and a cap on insurance premiums. In the wake of Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver's passing at 71, fellow New Jersey Assembly member Shavonda Sumter shares her memories of Oliver with WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen. by NYC NOW
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July 27, 2023: Midday News: The MTA's new OMNY fare system hits over one billion users. Meanwhile, despite pushback from staffing agencies, a federal judge upholds new protections for New Jersey's temp workers set to launch next week. And finally, as the New York City region braces for a heatwave, WNYC’s David Furst and Dr. Cecilia Sorensen from Columbia University share tips on staying cool. by NYC NOW
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July 26, 2023 : Evening Round Up: Some elected officials are describing conditions for migrants in certain New York City shelters as "inhumane" and "horrific." Plus, former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani admits to making false statements while working as a lawyer for former President Trump. And, a man who claims to have witnessed the 1965 assassination of Malcolm X is speaking out. Also, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with writer Houreidja Tall about her latest piece on hair braiders and the injuries they sustain. And finally, an ever–cooking pot of stew at a Brooklyn playground has gone viral online. WNYC’s Ramsey Khalifeh decided to find out what the slurp is all about. by NYC NOW
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August 7, 2023: Evening Roundup: Hip Hop turns 50 this summer and WNYC is zoning in on women and the impact they’ve had on the genre. Aside from the music, there’s also the style. Celebrity hair stylist Dionne Alexander is behind some of the most iconic looks in hip-hop. She tells us the story behind Lil Kim’s infamous 1999 MTV Video Music Awards look and other iconic styles. by NYC NOW
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July 26, 2023: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: This fall, a new pilot aims to replace gas stoves in NYCHA apartments with energy-efficient induction stoves. Additionally, research nonprofit Climate Central ranks New York City first out of 44 cities for its potential to trap heat on summer days. Finally, a federal judge sentences Carlos Macci to two-and-a-half years in prison and one year of inpatient drug treatment for actor Michael K. Williams' overdose death. by NYC NOW
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August 2, 2023: Evening Roundup: In Queens, Corona Plaza vendors are rallying against the city’s latest enforcement sweep. Plus, a New York City vendor accused of wasteful COVID spending receives a new $219 million contract. Also, former MTA executive Andy Byford is criticizing his new employer. And finally, WNYC’s Community Partnerships Desk posts up in Newark, New Jersey and shares what’s top of mind for residents there. by NYC NOW
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August 4, 2023: Midday News: 1700 nurses at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick strike over high patient-to-staff ratios. Also, an emergency court conference convenes today regarding the city's "right to shelter" mandate after asylum seekers spent days sleeping outside a Midtown hotel. Meanwhile, Yankees' first baseman Anthony Rizzo, diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome, is placed on the injured list. Lastly, if you love fried chicken, stay tuned as food critic Robert Sietsema shares his favorite NYC fried chicken spots with our very own David Furst. by NYC NOW
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August 1, 2023: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul team up at City Hall to present the city's "Blueprint for Community Safety" strategy against gun violence. Meanwhile, Murad Awawdeh, executive director at the New York Immigration Coalition, voices concern over housing asylum seekers in New York City's already strained shelter system. Also, New Jersey State Senate President Nicholas Scutari assumes the role of acting governor following Acting Governor Sheila Oliver's sudden illness yesterday. by NYC NOW
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July 27, 2023 : Evening Roundup: A chain of New York City clinics will have to refund patients after improperly charging them for COVID tests during the pandemic. Plus, a probe into illegal donors for Mayor Eric Adams touches a key member of his inner circle. Also, city officials aren’t enforcing a law prohibiting stores from air conditioning the streets. And finally, WNYC’s Amy Pearl tags along with a group of teenagers who are spending the summer tending the ornamental vegetable garden at a historic park in Yonkers. by NYC NOW
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July 25, 2023: Evening Roundup: Some constituents of Representative George Santos are imploring members of Congress to get rid of him before they break for their August recess. Plus, some voters in Queens will head to the polls this Fall to choose their new state Assembly member. Also, Prosecutors are seeking long prison sentences for four men who have pleaded guilty to drug charges in connection with the fatal overdose of the late actor Michael K. Williams. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill talks with housing reporter David Brand about a practice that’s raising concerns that insurers may be unfairly discriminating against groups protected by state and federal fair housing laws. by NYC NOW
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August 7, 2023: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: C train riders can anticipate improved midday service from today, as part of Governor Kathy Hochul's subway enhancements plan. Meanwhile, friends and colleagues remember New Jersey's Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver, the highest-ranking Black official in state history. Finally, the New York Mets, following a six-game losing streak, prepare to face the Cubs tonight at Citi Field. by NYC NOW
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August 3, 2023: Midday News: A Manhattan court today hears the case of the blocked minimum wage increase for food delivery workers. Also, New Jersey’s last K-Mart in Westwood announces its closure this fall, leaving only two in the U.S. Finally, New York City Councilmembers Sandy Nurse and Shahana Hanif are introducing a bill to that could add a layer of oversight to city hall's ongoing efforts to clear homeless encampments. The councilmembers want to increase transparency about what happens after people are removed from public spaces, and Councilmember Nurse joining WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen to discuss. by NYC NOW
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August 4, 2023: Evening Roundup: Sunset Park Recreation Center in Brooklyn has been added to the list of green spaces the city plans to use to house adult asylum seekers. Plus, we take a look at a legal battle over a device that makes it easier to fire a barrage of bullets. Also, New York City’s animal shelters are bursting at the seams with unwanted animals. And finally, WNYC’s Amy Pearl looks into how plants are able to thrive across the five boroughs. by NYC NOW
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July 27, 2023: Morning Headlines: As a three-day heat wave approaches New York and New Jersey, Dr. Cecilia Sorensen, an associate professor at Columbia, advises parents of infants and toddlers to be cautious. Meanwhile, New York City readies its cooling centers for public use. Following a WNYC investigation, New York lawmakers, including Assembly Members Linda Rosenthal and David Weprin, and State Senator Brian Kavanagh, prepare to introduce legislation targeting discriminatory property insurance practices. by NYC NOW
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August 7, 2023: Midday News: In Ozone Park, Queens, a local Dollar Tree store faces complaints of a severe rat infestation, with customers urging health officials to intervene. Also, New Jersey initiates a new tradition of commissioning official portraits for Lieutenant Governors, starting with the late Sheila Oliver and the state's first Lieutenant Governor, Kim Guadagno. Finally, a Friday incident in Union Square sparks concerns about NYPD's handling of large crowds after a PlayStation giveaway announcement on Twitch led to a disorderly situation. by NYC NOW
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July 31, 2023: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Over the weekend, New York City's main intake center at the Roosevelt Hotel reached capacity, turning away dozens of migrants. Meanwhile, rescuers in New Jersey saved four people clinging to an overturned boat and hospitalized them. Lastly, starting today, New York's "Skip the Stuff" bill requires food delivery customers to explicitly ask for utensils to reduce waste. by NYC NOW
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August 11, 2023: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: A federal judge has ordered arguments to proceed regarding the potential federal takeover of New York City's troubled Rikers Island jail complex. Meanwhile, New York City has seen a surge in evictions since 2020, notably at Flatbush Gardens with 50 households evicted just this year. Additionally, a Rutgers University study links increased concealed carry permits to a rise in homicides. Lastly, after New York State tightened concealed carry rules last year, legal battles have ensued. by NYC NOW
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August 1, 2023 : Evening Roundup: New Jersey’s Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver has passed away. Plus, members of the Screen Actors Guild and the Writers Guild rallied in New York City as the City Council voted on a resolution to support them. And, the city is in the market for a new head of housing. Also, Mayor Eric Adams says there’s no more room for migrants in the city. And finally, there’s a boom of street vendors across the five boroughs. WNYC’s Arya Sundaram takes us to Roosevelt Avenue in Jackson Heights. by NYC NOW
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August 15, 2023: Midday News: Police are currently investigating a crash that occurred last night between an MTA bus and a construction lift in Midtown Manhattan, which resulted in five injuries. Meanwhile, environmentalists express concern over a city plan allowing New Yorkers to dispose of yard waste in plastic bags. Despite another loss for the Yankees, fans have a bright spot to look forward to: Derek Jeter’s upcoming “Old Timers Day” appearance. Also, Governor Phil Murphy’s climate initiatives in New Jersey, including offshore wind and natural gas reductions, face strong opposition, potentially impacting wind power development along the East Coast. WNYC’s Nancy Solomon has more. by NYC NOW
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August 3, 2023: Evening Roundup: New York City college students will soon start helping some migrants file their asylum applications. Plus, trash bots are helping to keep downtown Brooklyn’s Albee Square a bit cleaner. Also, public health workers conducted a drill this week to practice how they would respond to a patient with Marburg virus. And finally, WNYC’s Jessica Gould highlights a new program that helps Brooklyn teens join the fight for the right to read. by NYC NOW
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August 8 2023, Midday News: The National Weather Service warns of high-risk rip currents at all New York City beaches and Long Island's South Shore today. Meanwhile, a judge has temporarily halted New York's issuance of new retail cannabis licenses through its CAURD program after a lawsuit from four veterans who say they were shut out of the process. Also in New Jersey, efforts to make education more comprehensive, including an LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum, face opposition. Last week, the state Board of Education narrowly passed new equity rules about gender education. Reporter Nikita Biryukov of the New Jersey Monitor has been following the story. by NYC NOW
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August 14, 2023 : Evening Roundup: It’s been 10 years since a federal judge ordered the NYPD to make sweeping changes to its use of pedestrian stops, after finding they were illegally targeting people of color. WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen talks with former Judge Shira Schiendlin, who ruled that “stop-and-frisk” was unconstitutional. Plus, WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk shares voices from residents in Washington Heights. by NYC NOW
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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
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August 4, 2023: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Edward Mullins, former NYPD union boss, faces a two-year prison term after admitting to stealing union funds. Also, Mayor Adams' handling of the migrant crisis stirs controversy in a key neighborhood. Meanwhile, with a nationwide strike of actors and writers underway, thousands of freelance crew members in New York City have put their careers on hold in solidarity. by NYC NOW
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July 28, 2023 : Evening Roundup: A lawsuit filed in New Jersey is looking to hold the state liable for its deeply segregated schools. Meanwhile, students of color face another challenge — they often don't see their own backgrounds reflected among the teachers responsible for educating them. WNYC’s Michael Hill talked with Catherine Carrera, bureau chief at Chalkbeat Newark, and Montclair Local Nonprofit News reporter Talia Wiener. And finally, Beyonce’s Renaissance tour lands at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium this weekend and that’s already having an effect on more than just ticket sales. by NYC NOW
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August 1, 2023: Midday News: In New York City, around 150 migrants are now sleeping outside the Roosevelt Hotel in Midtown due to lack of space in city shelters, with people like Omar Sall from Senegal marking his third day on the sidewalk. In another development, Thomas Abreu, the 25-year-old Brooklyn man accused of random scooter shootings last month, faced indictment arraignments yesterday. Also, the city pledges $500 million to the anti-gun violence initiative "A Blueprint for Community Safety," prioritizing six precincts with the highest gun violence rate last year. For more on this, WNYC’s Elizabeth Kim and public safety reporter Samantha Max have the latest. by NYC NOW
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May 8, 2024: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: New York State Senator Julia Salazar has expressed concerns that a newly passed law, which sets rules to legalize some basement apartments, excludes neighborhoods in dire need of safe basement housing. In other news, local vendors near Columbia University report that the cancellation of the school’s main commencement ceremony next week has negatively impacted their businesses. by NYC NOW
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May 8, 2024: Midday News: Advocates and family of Win Rozario, the 19-year-old Queens teen shot and killed by police in March, are gathering Wednesday afternoon on the steps of New York City Hall to protest the shooting after police body cam footage shows Rozario holding a pair of scissors before being shot. In other news, New York City Public Schools Chancellor David Banks is set to testify on Wednesday in Washington, D.C., before a Congressional committee examining anti-Semitism. Plus, the 'Celebrate Brooklyn' festival in Prospect Park has announced its summer lineup, including artists like Fishbone and Meshell Ndegeocello. Finally, New Yorkers have about a year left to obtain a Real ID, required for boarding domestic flights without a passport. WNYC’s Sean Carlson speaks with New York DMV Commissioner Mark Schroeder to learn more. by NYC NOW
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May 7, 2024: Evening Roundup: City officials, musicians and advocates gathered in Albany Tuesday in support of proposed "Rap on Trial" legislation, a bill that would limit the use of lyrics as evidence in criminal trials. Also, some police oversight advocates say they’re concerned the NYPD hasn't made required changes to how it responds to protests, despite a federal judge ordering the department to do things differently after the 2020 Black Lives Matter demonstrations. WNYC's Samantha Max reports. And the Adams Administration says New York City public schools are now separating out their food waste to be put out for curbside compost pick up…three months ahead of schedule. Lastly, WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Councilmember Tiffany Caban about what she thinks is a dangerous trend: the tweets from the NYPD’s Chief of Patrol John Chell by NYC NOW
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May 7, 2024: Midday News: A state judge removed the 'Equal Rights Amendment' from New York's November ballot on Tuesday, citing that the state legislature did not follow proper procedure when it first passed the amendment in 2022. The state attorney general's office is expected to appeal. Also, every couple of weeks, a group of activists in their 60s, 70s, and 80s gather in Albany to advocate for the Medical Aid in Dying Act, which would allow certain patients to end their lives under the care of their doctor. WNYC's Jon Campbell reports. by NYC NOW
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May 6, 2024: Midday News: Columbia University is canceling its university-wide commencement ceremony after weeks of campus protests over the Israel-Hamas war. School officials say students will be able to attend smaller ceremonies for schools within the university. In other news, police report that a man is in critical condition after being stabbed at 9:30 AM Monday on West 125th Street near 5th Avenue. Additionally, the NYPD is deploying drones to monitor Central Park in response to an increase in robberies. Finally, marking 60 years since the Beatles' first visit to the United States, Paul McCartney’s photographs taken during their New York City stop are now on display at the Brooklyn Museum until mid-August. WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen speaks with exhibit co-curator Sarah Brown to learn more. by NYC NOW
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May 3, 2024: Midday News: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont expects both lanes of I-95 to reopen by Monday morning following a multi-vehicle crash and tanker fire that disrupted traffic in Norwalk on Thursday. In other news, police cleared a pro-Palestinian protester encampment at New York University at the request of school officials. Meanwhile, even without New Jersey's county line system, Democratic primary ballots in much of Essex County still favor the party machine, reports WNYC's Nancy Solomon. Additionally, Long Island Rail Road President Rob Free is urging Nassau County residents to utilize public transportation ahead of the congestion pricing launch. Plus, a new film series at Lincoln Center debuting on Friday showcases rare footage from Coney Island in the 1920s and Puerto Rican activists in the 1970s and much more. Finally, glass eels, essential for local wildlife but endangered, are showing signs of recovery in New York, a contrast to low populations along the Atlantic. WNYC by NYC NOW
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April 25, 2024: Midday News: New York’s Court of Appeals has overturned the 2020 rape conviction of former movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, finding that the trial judge improperly allowed testimony from women not involved in the case. Meanwhile, former Instagram fraudster Jebara Igbara aka "Jay Mazini" has been sentenced to seven years in prison for swindling millions from Muslims online. Additionally, New York City’s annual Pay Disparity Report reveals that workers of color earn only 84 cents for every dollar paid to white employees. Also, Governor Hochul’s newly signed state budget includes a measure called the ‘good cause’ eviction law, which extends eviction protections by requiring landlords to show ‘good cause’ for non-renewal of leases or evictions. However, the law has various exceptions, excluding hundreds of thousands of renters statewide. WNYC’s David Brand discusses the details with Sean Carlson. Finally, as National Poetry Month concludes, we are featuring poems from our list by NYC NOW
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April 25, 2024 : Evening Roundup: The New York City Council is reviewing legislation that would inflict harsher penalties on landlords after violations are found in building inspections. Plus, House Speaker Mike Johnson was at Columbia University this week condemning protests on the Upper Manhattan campus, where pro-Palestinian demonstrators set up tents and demanded the university divest from Israel. And finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill talked with Dr. Mitchell Katz, President and CEO of NYC Health and Hospitals, and Councilmember Selvena Brooks-Powers about efforts to open additional medical trauma centers in Queens. by NYC NOW
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April 25, 2024: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Governor Hochul expresses support for Columbia University leadership amid ongoing Israel-Palestine protests. Meanwhile, data from the New York City Council show far more claims of sexual assault are made by detainees at Rikers Island than are ultimately reported under federal law. Also, New York City Mayor Eric Adams is out with his executive budget plan. Plus, private prison companies are trying to convince federal courts to overturn a ban on immigration detention facilities in New Jersey as the Biden Administration looks for facilities to hold immigrants it wants to deport. WNYC’s Matt Katz has the latest. by NYC NOW
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April 12, 2024: Evening Roundup: New York State will pay $150,000 in attorney's fees for second amendment advocates who filed a lawsuit challenging a ban on guns in places of worship. Meanwhile, New York City Mayor Eric Adams is standing firm on his new policy that requires all elected officials to fill out a form before engaging with a city agency. Additionally, the New York State court system is forming an advisory panel to study the potential benefits and risks of artificial intelligence in the judicial process. WNYC’s Catalina Gonella reports. Finally, WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with ‘All of It’ producer Simon Close to get updates on the annual Public Song Project. by NYC NOW
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February 22, 2024: Morning Headlines: Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: Mayor Eric Adams says he's canceling an expected third round of agency spending cuts and allowing city agencies to restart some hiring. Meanwhile, a New York City watchdog agency has found that pepper spray use against detainees at Rikers Island is skyrocketing. Plus, Hornblower, the company that operates the New York City Ferry, is filing for bankruptcy. by NYC NOW
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