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May 21, 2024: Evening Roundup

May 21, 2024: Evening Roundup

FromNYC NOW


May 21, 2024: Evening Roundup

FromNYC NOW

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Length:
11 minutes
Released:
May 21, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

New Jersey pharmacist Ghada Abukuwaik has returned home safely after being trapped in Gaza for several weeks along with other medical workers due to the ongoing Rafah border closure. In other news, New York State's highest court issued a unanimous ruling on Tuesday upholding the requirement that health insurers cover medically necessary abortions. Meanwhile, the FDNY is investigating the cause of a three-alarm fire that tore through five commercial buildings in the Bronx. Plus, time is running out for New York lawmakers to consider two measures that would make it easier for some inmates to secure early release from prison. WNYC’s Samantha Max reports. Finally, ahead of the three-day Memorial Day weekend, Eater NY offers a suggestion on where you should visit: Kingston, New York. WNYC’s David Furst speaks with food critic Robert Sietsema to learn more.
Released:
May 21, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

NYC NOW is a feed of the most up-to-date local news from across New York City and the region. With three updates a day, every weekday, you'll get breaking news, top headlines, and in-depth coverage. It’s all the news you need to know right now to make New York work for you.