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A federal judge has agreed to throw out a criminal mortgage fraud case against New York Attorney General Letitia James. Plus, a majority of tenants at a supportive housing unit in Far Rockaway have been sent to eviction court within the past two years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

Mayor elect Zohran Mamdani met with President Trump at the White House, where both described common ground on affordability and public safety. Meanwhile, New Jersey has set dates for the special election to fill governor elect Mikie Sherrill’s vacant House seat. Also, Penn Station’s future is back in the spotlight as federal planners court private sector support. Plus, we hear from the artist behi...

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani plans to meet with President Trump Friday in Washington DC following months of tension. Plus, Mayor Adams' office says New York City has reached its life expectancy goal of 83 years. And finally, a New York City education panel voted to give some of the largest school-bus companies a three-year contract extension. The extension comes as school bus horror stories persist....

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch accepts Mayor-elect Mamdani’s job offer in his new administration. The fight over the future of Elizabeth Street Garden is heading to court, and Coney Island polar bear plunge registration opens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New York City’s Department of Transportation is installing public cabinets to charge e-bike batteries. The chair of the MTA says most riders are now using OMNY tap-to-pay. And new data says prison sexual abuse is being investigated faster Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Young voters across New York City hit the polls in record numbers to elect Zohran Mamdani as the new mayor. But they didn’t lead him to victory alone. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Elected officials are asking for a trial in the killing of an unarmed man and a bill to ban horse drawn carriages is voted down. Meanwhile, the Studio Museum in Harlem reopens on November 15th., Also, New York City Mayor Eric Adams tries to influence Mayor-Elect Mamdani’s Policy, and a Brooklyn man is arrested for flying in a fan-powered plane. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:/...

New York Attorney General Letitia James says Albany’s top federal prosecutor does not have the authority to investigate her, arguing that interim U.S. Attorney John Sarcone was never properly installed and that subpoenas he issued should be thrown out. Meanwhile, Citi Field will host a first of its kind Dominican and Puerto Rican winter league all star baseball game. Also, New York is partnering w...

The federal case against New Jersey Congressmember Lamonica McIver will proceed and a viral scale model of New York City is getting an official exhibit at the Museum of the City of New York. Meanwhile, Elizabeth Street Garden is becoming a city park. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two NYPD officers were injured in Washington Heights during an encounter with immigration agents and unionized Starbucks workers go on strike to disrupt Red Cup Day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New York grocers say sales have dropped by as much as 25 percent as SNAP delays leave customers without funds, forcing stores to cut orders and mark down perishable goods. Meanwhile, the city’s health commissioner is urging New Yorkers to get flu, COVID and RSV vaccines amid a sharp rise in respiratory illnesses. And the state is investigating how a third party vendor sent a false Bank of America...

The Chair of the Civilian Complaint Review Board, which acts as an NYPD watchdog has submitted his resignation and a Queens Councilmember sounds an alarm on EBT theft. Meanwhile, tips for seasonal depression, and finally, Bronx Science students react to alum Mayor-elect Mamdani’s win. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

Mayor Eric Adams has vetoed a bill that would block rent hikes for low-income tenants who use city housing vouchers, a policy his own administration introduced. Meanwhile, New York City street vendors will rally outside City Hall Wednesday with tacos, churros and samosas to push for legislation creating 10,000 new vending permits over the next five years. Plus, Bagelfest returns to Citi Field on S...

The Supreme Court is expected to decide today whether the Trump administration must comply with lower court orders to resume full SNAP payments as delayed food aid begins reaching residents across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Meanwhile, the FAA is expanding flight reductions to six percent nationwide amid a shortage of air traffic controllers caused by the ongoing government shutdown. Al...

New York City Mayor elect Zohran Mamdani has named his top deputies, including former de Blasio official Dean Fuleihan as first deputy mayor and longtime aide Elle Bisgaard Church as chief of staff. Meanwhile, the fate of Little Italy’s Elizabeth Street Garden remains uncertain as Mamdani signals plans to revive an affordable housing project there. Plus, WNYC’s Arun Venugopal looks at how moments...

The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to block lower court rulings requiring full food aid payments during the government shutdown, as some tri-state residents begin receiving November SNAP benefits. Meanwhile, the Senate has taken its first step toward ending the shutdown after a divided procedural vote on compromise funding legislation. Also, the MTA is expanding automated bus lan...

New York is moving ahead with distributing federal food assistance benefits despite the Trump administration’s order for states to halt SNAP payments during the shutdown. Meanwhile, there will be no trash, recycling, or compost pickup in the city Tuesday for Veterans Day. Also, the basketball world is mourning Brooklyn native and Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens, who has died at 88. And in sports , the...

It’s fall in New York City and the fashion scene is in full swing. Teen Vogue style director Alyssa Hardy joins us to talk about the trends defining this season, from thrifting and sustainability to how New Yorkers can keep their looks fresh while staying mindful of affordability. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik launched her campaign for New York governor, making her the first Republican to enter the 2026 gubernatorial race. Plus, what Andrew Cuomo’s loss signals for his future and the future of political moderates in New York. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Trump administration has asked a federal appeals court to block a judge’s order to distribute full November SNAP benefits during the federal shutdown. Meanwhile, the FAA will order airlines to cut flights by up to 15 percent starting Friday at 40 major airports, including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark, citing growing delays and controller shortages caused by the shutdown. Also, ICE is targeting N...

Governor Kathy Hochul is urging SUNY students to volunteer at food pantries as the federal shutdown nears 40 days and threatens food aid for millions of New Yorkers. Meanwhile, ICE is recruiting NYPD officers through social media ads promising higher pay and up to $50,000 in bonuses. Also, more New York City buses will start using cameras Monday to ticket drivers who block lanes, part of the MTA’s...

Bangladeshi voters in Brooklyn’s Kensington neighborhood helped propel Zohran Mamdani to the most powerful position in New York City. Meanwhile, a film shop in Chinatown has become an unlikely destination for portraits. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Police say a 27 year old woman was struck and killed by a wrong way driver in the West Village this morning. The driver stayed at the scene and has not been charged. Meanwhile, airlines including United and Delta are offering refunds as the FAA prepares to cut air traffic by 10 percent nationwide during the government shutdown. Officials will release the list of affected airports later today. Plus...

Nassau County Republicans are celebrating after County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s 10 point reelection. Party Chair Joe Cairo says Cairo says Mamdani’s success gave his suburban candidates something to run against. Meanwhile, nearly 3,000 former city workers fired over the COVID vaccine mandate could soon return to work. Mayor Adams says the city will open a reinstatement window for those employees...

New York City Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani names his transition team, speaking with WNYC’s Brigid Bergin about his early plans for office. Plus, as Mamdani prepares to take charge, WNYC’s David Brand looks back at Mayor Eric Adams’ housing record and the challenges the incoming administration will inherit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about ou...