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subway safety

New York's Big Push for Safer Streets and Subways

January 14, 2026

New York is stepping up its game to make streets and subways safer. Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced a $77 million boost to subway safety. This money will go towards more police patrols, platform barriers, and a special program called SCOUT. SCOUT teams up mental health experts with police t

opinion

New York City: A Tourist Haven Despite Challenges

January 4, 2025

New York City is often painted as a dangerous place filled with crime and homelessness. But the numbers tell a different story. In 2024, the Big Apple attracted 64. 3 million visitors, just a little less than the record 66. 2 million in 2019. This is impressive, especially considering the tourism se

crime

Volunteer Group Guardian Angels Return to Patrol NYC Subways

December 31, 2024

Ever heard of the Guardian Angels? They're a group of volunteers who help keep New York City's subways safe. After a scary incident where a woman was set on fire on a train, they've decided to start patrolling again. The group's founder, Curtis Sliwa, says they'll be checking on people who seem trou

crime

A Subway Tragedy: Homelessness, Immigration, and a City's Struggles

December 29, 2024

Last Sunday, a woman lost her life in a horrifying way on a New York City subway train. A homeless man from Guatemala, Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, allegedly set her on fire. Yet, no one knows her name. This tragic event has brought to light three big problems that New York City is grappling with: homele

politics

Train Rider’s Trial Sparks Mixed Reactions

December 14, 2024

A few days ago, a jury unanimously found Daniel Penny not guilty. Following the verdict, former Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr. expressed his dismay, stating that Penny's prosecution should never have happened. The incident took place in May 2023. Daniel Penny was on an uptown train when