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Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
An explosion at an NYC substation caused significant subway delays and highlighted the need for MTA infrastructure upgrades.
Politics & Govt in ...
Donald Trump, after being named Time's "Person of the Year" for 2024, rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange, just months after a historic criminal conviction for a former U.S. president.
NYC rolls out a cash aid program for pregnant women in need, while a study in Compton shows mixed impacts of such initiatives on finances and spending.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Fatal stabbings outnumbered gun deaths in NYC last month, a shift from the city's usual crime patterns, potentially tied to domestic violence and mental health issues.
The NYPD is grappling with a surge in 'ghost guns,' as seen in the arrest of a suspect with an untraceable weapon, amid a national debate on firearm regulations.
Charlotte Bennett dropped her federal sexual harassment lawsuit against ex-Governor Andrew Cuomo. Her lawyer cites harassment; Cuomo's team claims she avoided deposition.
NY Attorney General Letitia James secured a $550,000 settlement from HealthAlliance for not safeguarding patient data, leading to a cyber-attack impacting 242,641 records.
A man died in a fire at a residential building in Murray Hill, Manhattan, despite a significant emergency response that managed to control the blaze in about 40 minutes.
An MTA worker was arrested for allegedly slashing a man who was sleeping on a subway bench during a dispute in Brooklyn. The victim received medical attention for a wound above his left eye.
Retail & Industry in ...
Strand Bookstore workers in Manhattan have gone on strike demanding higher wages, backed by UAW Local 2179, amid stalled contract negotiations with the management.
Weather & Environment in ...
New York City's five boroughs are facing a week of intermittent fog, heavy rains, and shifting temperatures, with forecasts predicting persistent rain and potential thunderstorms midweek.
The article discusses the rainy weather forecast in New York City's boroughs, predicting downpours starting Monday, with no severe weather hazards expected. Sunshine is anticipated to return by Thursday.
Rumors suggest ex-Governor Cuomo may run for NYC mayor, with speculation he could win the Democratic primary due to ranked-choice voting, despite criticisms from opponents and past controversies.
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