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Extra Extra: There are other songs about NYC Times Square entertainers can use
Because the workers are tired of hearing Empire State of Mind, here are your afternoon links: a Grimace sandwich, new additions to the New York Aquarium, running a pumpkin farm in NY and more from...
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Audit finds state human rights office chronically mishandled housing...
The comptroller's office said the state Division of Human Rights mishandled discrimination complaintsA leadership change has critics expressing hope that the agency has turned itself around. [ more › ]
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NYC’s pricey shelter system is beset with self-dealing and nepotism,...
A man sits with his belongings on a subway bench July 31, 2024 in New York City.Nonprofits receiving public funds to provide shelter and other services are engaging in practices that risk misusing...
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NYC reaches deal with 5th Avenue merchants to redesign busy shopping corridor
A rendering of a proposed redesign Fifth Avenue released by Mayor Eric Adams' office on Thursday.The plan released by Mayor Eric Adams on Thursday is a sharp change from one pitched by former Mayor...
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NYC correction officer cleared in fatal shooting of teen who toted a fake gun
Dion Middleton, accused of killing an 18-year-old, is a firearms instructor for the New York City Department of Correction.Prosecutors said Dion Middleton overreacted to a prank, while the defense said...
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He’s been running the Tompkins Square Dog Parade since 2020. Now, he’s ready...
Joseph Bourduin, pictured with his dog Biscuit in the East Village.The parade is scheduled for Saturday. [ more › ]
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GPS system for NYC school buses off to bumpy start
The city inked a $36 million contract with the rideshare company Via to build an app tracking school buses.Only about 13% of families use an app tracking the buses. And some that do say it’s “not...
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Indian government official charged in alleged plot to kill NYC resident and...
U.S. Attorney Damian WilliamsThe official, still at large, is the second person to face charges in the alleged scheme. [ more › ]
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NYPD: Uber driver attacked, bitten and robbed by woman during Queens pick-up
An Uber driver in Queens was attacked.Police say the woman took the car and crashed into some nearby cars. [ more › ]
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'They went after you’: Trump sympathizes with Mayor Adams’ indictment at Al...
At a gathering of New York's political elite, Trump suggested Mayor Adams' indictment was politically motivated.The former president supported the mayor’s unfounded claim that he’d been targeted for...
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A New Jersey train crash highlights a failing transit system
It's been a rough year for New Jersey Transit.Could anything have been done to prevent this week’s fatal crash on the River Line, which killed a 20-year veteran train operator who hit a downed tree? [...
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Early Addition: Donald Trump's apparently unproductive Bronx barbershop visit
Because he didn't get a cut or apparently win any votes, here are your early links: NJ Transit bus blew a tire at Port Authority, dead shark on Cape Cod, pro-Palestinian soda and more. [ more › ]
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Drought and wildfires threaten NY and NJ amid a historic dearth of rainfall
A dearth of rainfall could lead to drought and wildfires in the New York and New Jersey region.Meteorologists say it's been the driest start fall in a century. [ more › ]
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New York City's peak leaf peeping season is nearly here
Fall selfie season is nearly upon us. Brace yourself.Right now the city is only about 20% into its fall foliage transformation. [ more › ]
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Retiring Park Slope Food Co-op cofounder ponders a life in produce
The well-known neon sign of the Park Slope Food CoopJoe Holtz didn't just help build a grocery store, he also helped build a community. [ more › ]
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Extra Extra: Backflip's back
Because Surya Bonaly's signature trick is now officially sanctioned, 26 years too late, here are your afternoon links: Mill Basin oligarch mansion stars in "Anora," Joe Rogan is a Jersey boy,...
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MTA adding trains for oyster eaters and leaf lovers over the weekend
The MTA is helping folks get their shuck on.Long Island's Oyster Fest and the Hudson Valley's bounty of fall foliage are expected to draw crowds [ more › ]
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After years of delay, former Toys ‘R’ Us headquarters in NJ will be turned...
An aerial view of the former headquarters of Toys R Us.Wayne Township officials have blocked the housing, including 200 affordable homes, for five years. [ more › ]
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A Taiwanese food crawl in the East Village with NYC writer Cathy Erway
A spread of Taiwanese beef noodle soup, fried rice, scallion pancakes, and popcorn chicken.Where to get great beef noodle soup, dumplings, boba and more. [ more › ]
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Will the Council say ‘no’ to Mayor Adams’ City of Yes? We get a preview next...
Mayor Adams' plan would allow greater density citywide.A potentially transformative housing plan could face tough politics. [ more › ]
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