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Traffic Fee Halt: What's up with the Air Quality Concern?

December 31, 2024

You probably know that New York City’s plan to charge drivers for entering certain busy areas has been stopped temporarily by New Jersey. Why the hold-up? A judge stepped in, worried about how this fee might mess with air quality. New York City wants to keep going, but New Jersey needs more time to

crime

The Tragic Death of Robert Brooks: A Look at Institutional Failures

December 31, 2024

Protests in New York City and Albany are demanding justice for Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old inmate who died after being brutally beaten by correctional officers. Brooks, serving a 12-year sentence for assault, was transferred to Marcy Correctional Facility in north Albany on December 9. The next day

crime

Guardian Angels Return: Fighting Subway Crime, One Patrol at a Time

December 31, 2024

The Guardian Angels are back in the Big Apple's subways! After 15 years, they're helping keep the city's underground safe. New Yorkers are thrilled, with some even greeting founder Curtis Sliwa with a kiss. But why are the Angels back? Recently, there have been serious crimes in the subway system. J

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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

business

The Founding Father of Cable TV: Charles Dolan's Incredible Journey

December 30, 2024

Charles Dolan, a man who started with just 1, 500 cable TV customers in 1973, grew his business to over 3 million households by 2015. He sold Cablevision for $17. 7 billion to Altice, a European company, which now runs it under the Optimum brand. Dolan, the founder of HBO and pioneer of many cable

entertainment

Martin Scorsese's Gangs of New York Rescue: The Tom Cruise Effect

December 29, 2024

Martin Scorsese, a legendary filmmaker, has always faced challenges in getting his movies made, especially after some of his earlier films didn't do well at the box office. One such film, "Gangs of New York, " had been in the works for decades. It was first announced way back in 1977 by Italian prod

sports

New York Sports in 2024: A Year of Surprises and Setbacks

December 29, 2024

2024 was a rollercoaster year for New York sports. The Yankees and Mets had exciting playoff runs, but neither team could bring a championship home. The Liberty finally ended their long drought in the WNBA. Meanwhile, the Knicks had a promising playoff run and the Jets and Giants faced tough seasons

crime

Suspect in CEO Shooting to Face Court on Monday

December 23, 2024

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is set to appear in court on Monday. He's facing serious charges in New York, including murder and terrorism. Federal prosecutors are also involved, and the trial could lead to severe penalties, including the death pena

sports

Towns' Triumphant Return: Knicks Crush Timberwolves

December 20, 2024

Karl-Anthony Towns, the former Minnesota Timberwolves star, returned to his old stomping grounds and led the New York Knicks to a dominant 133-107 victory over the Timberwolves. Towns, who spent nine years in Minnesota, had a stellar night with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists. The game was a b

crime

The Retreat of NYC Drugstores: Crime, Shifting Habits, and Empty Spaces

December 20, 2024

New York City's drugstore landscape has seen a significant shrinkage over the past decade, with about 40% fewer stores compared to ten years ago. This year alone saw a 10% drop, attributed largely to rising shoplifting and crime rates. Major pharmacy chains like Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid have bee