Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, ending right to abortion upheld for decades
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Writing for the court majority, Justice Samuel Alito said that the 1973 Roe ruling and repeated subsequent high court decisions reaffirming Roe “must be overruled.”
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Supreme Court strikes down New York law that restricts concealed carrying of guns
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The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 opinion, ruled that New York’s restrictions on the concealed carry of firearms in public violates the Second Amendment.
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Starbucks union says the coffee giant is closing Ithaca store to retaliate
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A Starbucks spokesperson told Bloomberg that the closure was based on facilities, staffing and time and attendance issues.
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Parts of the Buffalo shooter’s alleged screed were copied from other sources
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Investigators say they are looking into a document published online filled with rants about race and the “replacement” theory.
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Flood Risks And Power Outages Remain As Tropical Depression Henri Lingers Over The Northeast
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Henri’s lingering over the Northeast today — bringing even more rain and possible flooding to parts of New York and southern New England.
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Andrew Cuomo’s Final Day As New York Governor
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s 10 years in control of the New York governor’s office comes to a close today.
Afghanistan Falls To The Taliban Again As The U.S.-Backed Government Collapses
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Twenty years after being removed from power in a U.S.-led invasion, Taliban militiamen swept to into Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul, on Sunday.
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U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Part Of New York’s Ban On Residential Evictions
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The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to partially lift a ban on evictions for renters in New York state, which was set to expire this month.
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Melissa DeRosa, Top Aide To Governor Cuomo, Resigns From Role
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“What we need to do the soonest is to get Cuomo out of power because of the way he uses it, like a weapon.”
An Appeals Court Suspends Rudy Giuliani’s Ability To Practice Law In D.C.
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The suspension by the District of Columbia Court of Appeals and a New York state appellate court stems from Rudy Giuliani’s attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
15 States Drop Opposition To Controversial Purdue Pharma Oxycontin Bankruptcy
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New York is among the states agreeing to end the fight to halt a controversial Purdue Pharma bankruptcy plan. The deal shelters members of the Sackler family from opioid lawsuits.
Caroline Shaw Is Not Here To Save Classical Music
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The Pulitzer-winning, Kanye-collaborating composer began her career with a creative blank check, but she’s spent much of the past decade moving sideways. Her latest trick: reinventing as a songwriter.
Ticks Suck. Here’s A Guide To Identifying Them And Avoiding Bites
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With more ticks carrying disease than ever, here’s what you need to know about which ticks to watch out for and what to do if you get bitten.
A Mystery Illness Is Killing Pennsylvania Songbirds
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Wildlife officials are asking people not to feed birds or provide bird baths amid dozens of reports of mysterious songbird deaths.
Wall Street Bosses Want Their Workers Back. That’s Good For The King Of Falafel
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Wall Street executives are pushing vaccinated workers to return to work, and that’s good news for vendors and other small businesses in New York that depend on workers from finance.
New York Court Suspends Giuliani From Practicing Law Over 2020 Vote Fraud Claims
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The court’s decision states that Rudy Giuliani’s conduct as a lawyer for former President Donald Trump during the election and in the aftermath “threatens the public interest.”
New York City Narrows The Democratic Field For Mayor With Eric Adams Taking The Lead
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Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams took the lead in New York City’s mayoral primary race Tuesday while former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang conceded.
Harlem Globetrotters To The NBA: ‘Don’t Get It Twisted’ Make Us A Pro Franchise ‘Now’
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In an open letter to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, the Harlem Globetrotters demanded the team join the league as a franchise.
New Yorkers Head To The Polls In A Heated Mayoral Race. Here’s What’s At Stake
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The term-limited Mayor Bill de Blasio is exiting after eight years in office, leaving the door of Gracie Mansion wide open for a newcomer. The race is tight, and the field is diverse.
In New York, A Juneteenth Event Examines The Meaning Of Freedom
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Lincoln Center observes Juneteenth, now a federal holiday, with “I Dream a Dream That Dreams Back at Me,” an ambulatory experience conceived by Carl Hancock Rux.
How A Former New York Principal Tries To Make Congress Work For His Community
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Freshman New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman joins a class of younger Black lawmakers working to broaden representation and progressive power in Congress, as well as in the Democratic Party.
Ursula Burns’ Memoir Chronicles Her Journey From New York Tenements To Xerox CEO
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Burns began at Xerox as an intern and worked her way up through the ranks for almost three decades before being named CEO.
Lin-Manuel Miranda Apologizes For Lack Of Afro-Latinx Actors In ‘In The Heights’
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In a Twitter message, the co-creator of In The Heights wrote: “In trying to paint a mosaic of this community, we fell short. I’m truly sorry.”
‘Crazy Worms’ Threaten New York’s Trees — And (Gasp!) Our Maple Syrup
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The invasive worms, which reproduce rapidly, are creating havoc in forests. They thrash around so violently that they can jump out of a person’s hand. They also lose their tail — on purpose.
Little Lady Liberty: France Is Sending New York A Second, Smaller Statue Of Liberty
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France is sending a mini Statue of Liberty to the U.S. It will stand across from the original Lady Liberty through the Independence Day holiday before being transported to the French Embassy in D.C.
‘In The Heights’ Is A Spirited, Socially Undistanced, Summer Crowd Pleaser
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Set during a record-breaking New York City heat wave, this vibrant screen adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s stage musical pulses with musical numbers that blend of hip-hop, Latin pop and salsa.
Metropolitan Museum of Art Sends Three Benin Bronzes Home To Nigeria
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The plaques, produced in what is now Nigeria, were looted during the British military occupation and have been in museums and a private collection since 1897.
Springsteen, Foo Fighters, Strokes Rock Vaccinated New Yorkers In June
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Well ahead of a celebratory Central Park concert announced by Mayor Bill de Blasio for August, New York City’s venues are coming back in June for vaccinated audiences.
Antisemitism Spikes In New York, And Many Jews Wonder: ‘Where Are Our Allies?’
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After turning out for racial justice and other movements in the U.S., they are frustrated by the response to attacks and hatred directed at Jews following the latest Mideast violence.
As Reopening Continues, Pride Celebrations Return Cautiously To New York
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As Pride Month begins, cities are figuring out how to celebrate safely given the pandemic. It’s especially tricky for bars and street festivals where large crowds are a sign of success and progress.
Hear Bach’s Music Like You’ve Never Heard It Before: Upside Down
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For most artists, 2020 was a year of forced isolation and few opportunities. But Dan Tepfer, a jazz pianist and composer, had a busy year, partly thanks to his technological acumen.
Small Business Owners Are Scoring Dream Spots In The Most Cutthroat Market: Manhattan
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There’s a silver lining to all those empty storefronts in New York City: Some business owners are snagging prime Manhattan locations ahead of the Great Reopening.
NYC Schools Chancellor Says Her Message To Parents Is Simple: Schools Are Safe
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The largest U.S. school district will reopen this fall with no option for virtual classes. Chancellor Meisha Porter says 70,000 employees have already been vaccinated, “and we need our children back.”
100 Hundred Years Ago, ‘Shuffle Along’ Changed Broadway
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Though much of it is unwatchable today — it contains blackface and other minstrelsy — Shuffle Along brought jazz to Broadway and was the first African American show to be a smash hit.
In A New Deal With Prosecutors, Jeffrey Epstein Guards Would Avoid Jail
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Noel and Thomas have admitted to lying about their failure to make rounds while they were assigned to monitor the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender the night he killed himself.
What We Know So Far About The Trump Organization Criminal Investigation
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The New York attorney general’s office has expanded its probe of former President Donald Trump’s business. Here’s what that means — and what could come next for the criminal inquiry.
New York’s Probe Into Trump Organization Is Now A Criminal Inquiry
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If enough evidence is found, the Trump Organization could face criminal charges from two New York prosecutors: the New York state attorney general and the Manhattan district attorney.
Fox News Again Urges New York Court To Dismiss Smartmatic’s $2.7 Billion Lawsuit
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Fox News says its coverage of bogus election-fraud claims was “accurate and disinterested” and is protected by the First Amendment.
WNYC Fires ‘On The Media’ Co-Host Bob Garfield For Alleged Bullying
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According to a statement from New York Public Radio, an outside investigation found that Garfield violated the company’s anti-bullying policy. He was the subject of a similar investigation in 2020.
New York’s Elise Stefanik Installed As New GOP Conference Chair
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The vote came two days after House Republicans ousted Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney from the leadership role after her continued criticism of former President Donald Trump.
Judge Dismisses NRA Bankruptcy Case, New York Could Seek Group’s Dissolution
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A federal judge threw out the National Rifle Association’s bid to declare bankruptcy Tuesday, allowing New York to proceed in its effort to dissolve the gun rights group for alleged “fraud and abuse.”
A Transformed Lincoln Center In New York City Brings Back Live Audiences
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The past year, with COVID and calls for social justice, has made those running Lincoln Center and other arts organizations question their core missions, says Lincoln Center’s president Henry Timms.
Et Tu, Elise? Trump Critic Set To Lose Leadership Job To New York Republican
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Elise Stefanik, a four-term New York congresswoman, is working to remove Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., from her leadership post over her ongoing criticism of former President Donald Trump.
Rochester Wants To Reimagine Police. What Do People Imagine That Means?
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Stanley Martin wants to rethink Rochester police — a radical new plan to abolish the police gradually. Others also talk about “reimagining” police, though they mean the same word very differently.
New York’s Doing What the Federal Government Won’t: Giving Benefits To Gay Veterans
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Though many still don’t qualify for federal veterans benefits, they now can receive state benefits in New York, Colorado, and other states.
Curtis Fuller, Leading Trombonist Of Jazz’s Detroit Wave, Dies At 86
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After cutting his teeth in Detroit, a move to New York near the middle of the century found him directly in the center of a deeply important moment for jazz.
I Came Close To Dying: Wall Street’s Most Photographed Man Is Ready For Normalcy
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If 100% of a firm’s traders are fully vaccinated, they can start sending more to the stock exchange floor. They can eat lunch in their booths again. Masks will be optional in some parts of the floor.
Broadway Shows Can Reopen In May, But That Doesn’t Mean They Will
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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says Broadway can open on May 19. But opening a show takes time.
New York Man Guilty Of Threatening To Kill Congress Members
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Although he was not at the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol, Brendan Hunt posted statements on social media prior to and following the riot calling for the killing of elected officials.
Federal Investigators Search Rudy Giuliani’s Apartment Over Ukraine Ties
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The former New York City mayor has been under investigation for years by federal authorities, who have been looking into his business dealings in Ukraine.
Supreme Court To Take Up New York Gun Rights Case
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At issue is how much the Second Amendment protects the right of individuals to carry concealed weapons outside their home for self-defense. The case will likely be argued in the fall.
Bob Fass, New York Radio Pioneer, Dies At 87
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Bob Fass hosted the influential New York City radio show Radio Unnameable for more than 50 years. It served as a megaphone for the 1960s counterculture and boosted folk and blues artists.
Asian Man In Critical Condition After Another Attack In New York City
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In an attack that is being investigated as a possible hate crime, a 61-year-old Asian man was pushed to the ground and kicked in the head repeatedly on Friday evening.
New York Governor Urges Biden To Order 100% Zero-Emission Car Sales By 2035
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In a letter to the president, 12 governors asked that the White House order a ban on greenhouse gas-emitting cars and light trucks within 14 years.
Live Updates: Trial Over George Floyd’s Killing
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THE LATEST FROM THE MURDER TRIAL OF DEREK CHAUVIN IN MINNESOTA
House Of Yes Performers At Home: How Artists Persevere
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The House of Yes performance venue in Brooklyn is closed for now, but the artists that were active in it are busier than ever, finding themselves and making art that speaks to the times we live in.
The Met Considers Selling Its Art To Stave Off Financial Shortfall
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New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art faces a shortfall of $150 million. Museum Director Max Hollein tells NPR that the Met is considering selling art to cover operating expenses.
Relief Act Means ‘A Good Night’s Sleep’ For Food Industry, Says New York Restaurateur
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Chef Amanda Cohen, owner of Dirt Candy in New York City, says the coronavirus relief package’s $28.6 billion for independent and small-chain restaurants means many in the industry can stay afloat.
Dr. Rachel Levine: Transgender Health Care Is An Equity Issue, Not A Political One
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“I think people fear what they don’t understand,” says Levine, assistant secretary for health and the first openly transgender person to serve in a Senate-confirmed position.
James Levine, Former Met Opera Music Director, Is Dead At Age 77
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The gifted conductor who had wielded immense influence in the classical music world, was publicly accused by nine men of sexual abuse. He died March 9 at age 77 of natural causes.
New York’s ‘Vaccine Czar’ Called County Officials To Assess Their Loyalty To Cuomo
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Larry Schwartz, a longtime aide to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, called local officials in New York to gauge their loyalty to the governor. Some local officials viewed it as a threat to cut off vaccine.
New York District Attorney, Who Is Investigating Trump, Won’t Seek Reelection
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Last month, Vance’s office received the former president’s tax returns after a years-long battle, after the Supreme Court paved the way for a New York grand jury to obtain and review the documents.
Cuomo Aide Says Governor Groped Her In Executive Mansion
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After Gov. Andrew Cuomo denied touching women inappropriately, “the female aide became emotional” as she and other staff watched his remarks, according to the Times Union newspaper in Albany.
Doctor Who Diagnosed New York’s First Confirmed COVID-19 Case Reflects 1 Year Later
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For four months last year, Dr. Angela Chen only saw her child through a window. A year into the global pandemic, the view is a different, but it’s impossible to forget the memories of last spring.
Daniel Prude’s Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Rochester Police Officers
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Attorneys representing Nathaniel McFarland, one of Prude’s five children and the administrator of his estate, also allege civil rights violations and gross negligence in the lawsuit filed Monday.
What Went Wrong: Analysis Of Police Handcuffing, Pepper Spraying 9-Year-Old Girl
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Experts review Rochester, N.Y., police body camera video of a recent encounter of white officers with a Black girl in distress. She was handcuffed and pepper-sprayed in a squad car.
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Most Of The West Point Cadets Who Cheated On A Virtual Exam Will Be Allowed To Remain Enrolled
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The academy began to allow more discretion in punishing honor code violations after the 1976 scandal.
The Movie Industry Holds Its Breath As New York Reopens Theaters
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Movie theaters in New York City are reopening after nearly a year. And the decisions has consequences for the entire globaly output of Hollywood.
During Pandemic, Drug Overdose Deaths Surge Among Black New Yorkers
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Black Americans with addiction face “pervasive and continuing systemic racism” and often struggle to gain access to treatments that prevent fatal overdoses.
After Lengthy Legal Battle, New York Prosecutor Receives Trump Tax Returns
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The office of Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr. confirmed that it obtained the former president’s tax returns and related documents on Monday.
Texting From The Capitol, PA Man Called His Ex-Girlfriend A ‘Moron.’ She Turned Him In
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Court documents detail the messages Richard Michetti, now facing criminal charges, sent his ex-girlfriend during the insurrection. “If you can’t see the election was stolen you’re a moron,” one reads.
‘Yeah, We Lied’: Messages Show New York Prosecutors’ Panic Over Missteps In Federal Case
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The newly disclosed documents give a window into the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Manhattan after a judge started asking questions about a case that the Justice Department won but then abandoned.
New York Grand Jury Votes Not To Indict Rochester Officers In Daniel Prude Case
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“We concluded that there was sufficient evidence surrounding Mr. Prude’s death to warrant presenting the case to a grand jury, and we presented the most comprehensive case possible,” officials said.
Supreme Court Paves Way For New York Grand Jury To Get Trump’s Financial Records
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The high court’s decision marks a major setback for Trump, who for years has fought to shield his finances and business practices from scrutiny.
Ocasio-Cortez Fundraising Drive For Texas Relief Raises $4 Million
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What began as a call for donations to help Texas residents hurt by the storm grew into millions of dollars that will go to several local charities. Ocasio-Cortez visited a Houston food bank Saturday.
Brothers Who Expected To Die In Pennsylvania Prison Now Free After Clemency
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The Evans brothers are now home in Philadelphia after decades in prison. Convicted of second degree murder, they had few options for release in Pennsylvania under current law.
New York Sues Amazon Over COVID-19 Workplace Safety Failures
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New York Attorney General Letitia James said Amazon refused to obey coronavirus guidelines that would protect its warehouse employees from infection.
Amy Cooper, White Woman Who Called Police On Black Bird-Watcher, Has Charge Dismissed
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Amy Cooper had been facing a charge of falsely reporting an incident to police, after she told them Christian Cooper, who is not related to her, threatened her in a New York City park. He did not.
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Lunar New Year Brings Smiles And Hope Amid Hardships For New York’s Chinatown
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Chinatown has faced both a spike in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic and mounting economic challenges. One of those challenges is the smaller celebrations for the 15-day Lunar New Year festival which began last Friday and usually brings lots of visitors and revenue.
Historic Portraits, Including 1 Of Susan B. Anthony, Discovered In Attic
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The new owner of a building in Geneva, N.Y., found the attic’s walled-off room. Among the prints of mostly area locals was one of Susan B. Anthony, a leader in the women’s suffrage movement.
As Senate Majority Leader, Schumer Faces Pressure From The Left
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Progressives are watching the new Senate majority leader to see if he can deliver on some of the party’s most ambitious legislative goals. If not, they say he could face a primary challenge next year.
Mother of Pepper-Sprayed Girl Says Rochester Police Denied Mental Health Help
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“Her understanding is that the officer basically told her ‘I can’t do that. I can’t call anyone else,’ ” family attorney Lorenzo Napolitano told NPR Thursday.
Life Without Parole For ‘Felony Murder’: PA Case Targets Sentencing Law
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More than 1,000 people are serving life sentences in Pennsylvania, even though they never intended to kill anyone — 70% of them are Black. A lawsuit calls the concept cruel and unconstitutional.
New York Repeals ‘Walking While Trans’ Law
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The anti-loitering law, passed in 1976, resulted in decades of discrimination by law enforcement against women of color and people who are transgender, critics say.
Protests In Rochester As Lawmakers Move To Ban Use of Chemical Irritants On Minors
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Demonstrators gathered near a Rochester police precinct not far from where a 9-year-old girl was pepper-sprayed last week. One officer has been suspended, two others placed on administrative leave.
Winter Storm Blankets Northeast U.S., Halting Travel And Vaccine Appointments
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As the nor’easter works its way along the East Coast, forecasters warn that parts of the region could see snowfall totals of one or even two feet.
Rochester Mayor Suspends Police Officers Who Pepper-Sprayed 9-Year-Old Girl
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The incident renews scrutiny of the city and its police department following the death of Daniel Prude, a Black man who died of asphyxiation after an encounter with police in March.
‘Copious Amounts’ Of Snow Expected In Northeast
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The system, which brought tremendous amounts of snow and rain to California, dumped heavy snow in the Midwest. New York is expected to get more than a foot of snow.
New Yorkers Lunge, Twist And Zumba Their Way Through The Pandemic Together
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The pandemic has left many Americans craving safe social interaction. For one group of New Yorkers, outdoor Zumba classes bring a little joy.
Some New Yorkers Face Shrinking Nest Eggs As They Care For Loved Ones During Pandemic
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Many senior citizens entered their golden years with more debt than previous generations, and now they’re struggling financially as they try to provide care for an ailing relative during the pandemic.
New York Judge Rejects NRA’s Bid To Throw Out Or Transfer Lawsuit That Could Shut It Down
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The organization had filed for bankruptcy and said it would reincorporate in Texas.
Bipartisan Group Of Lawmakers Promises To Put Country Ahead Of Party
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NPR’s Steve Inskeep talks to Republican Rep. Tom Reed of New York, co-chair of the Problem Solvers Caucus, about where GOP lawmakers may find common ground with President Biden’s agenda.
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In New York, Some Pro-Trump Conservatives Ready For Fresh Start With Biden
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In a conservative congressional district in upstate New York, NPR reporter Brian Mann says some Trump supporters say they’re ready for a fresh start under President Biden.
In Historic 1st, Biden Nominates Transgender Pennsylvanian As Assistant Health Secretary
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Dr. Rachel Levine is currently the secretary of health in Pennsylvania, where she leads the state’s fight against COVID-19.
Mets Terminate General Manager Who Reportedly Sent Lewd Texts To Reporter
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The team’s owner said Jared Porter has been terminated after ESPN reported he repeatedly sent explicit messages to a reporter while he worked for the Chicago Cubs in 2016.
New York State Sues NYPD Over Its Handling Of 2020 Racial Justice Protests
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The state attorney general’s office says it has received “more than 1,300 complaints and pieces of evidence” about the police response to the protests in New York City.
State Republican Parties Blast Members Who Voted For Impeachment
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The choice for 10 Republican members to split from their party to vote to impeach Trump could mean political blowback with their state’s Republican Party come the next election.
New York City Cancels Contracts With Trump Organization
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Mayor Bill de Blasio said that President Trump “incited a rebellion” and that New York City “will not be associated with those unforgivable acts in any shape, way or form.”
‘Many Of Us Narrowly Escaped Death’: Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Recounts Capitol Insurrection
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The New York Democrat shared that she felt unsafe in the secure room where she was held with other lawmakers while the Capitol was under lockdown.
PA Senator Joins Call For Trump To Resign, As House Impeachment Plans Move Ahead
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The retiring Pennsylvania senator joins his Republican colleague Lisa Murkowski of Alaska in calling for President Trump to resign. House Democrats are aiming to hold an impeachment vote this week.
U.S. Congress Confirms Biden As President, After “Goons And Thugs” Stage “Failed Insurrection”
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Extremists emboldened by President Trump sought to thwart the peaceful transfer of power by staging a violent insurrection inside the U.S. Capitol.
Cuomo Won’t Get Vaccine Until His Group’s Turn In Black, Hispanic, Poor Communities
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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said testing for COVID-19 was more readily available in richer, whiter communities in the state. He added: “This can’t happen again, and it can’t happen with this vaccine.”
In New York, Waiting For A COVID-19 Test Is A Business Opportunity
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A business that traditionally provided line standers for Broadway shows and other events, now serves people who don’t want to wait hours outside a health clinic.
Multiple Coronavirus Cases After Republican Christmas Party In New York
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A video featuring unmasked attendees went viral last week on Twitter. On Wednesday, three individuals who were at the party were reported to have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Coronavirus Cancels NYC’s New Year Celebration
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The virus interfering with end-of-year parties across the country. Even the traditional Times Square ball drop in New York City at midnight will be closed to the public and seen virtually.
Prison Visitations Suspended Statewide As COVID Cases Surge
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“We recognize that visitation is a vital part of family reunification and therefore, we will resume it when safe to do so.
Supreme Court Says New York Can’t Limit Attendance In Houses of Worship Due To COVID
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“Even in a pandemic, the constitution cannot be put away and forgotten.”
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Grand Jury Convened In Daniel Prude Case
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The case got national attention when body camera footage showed Prude suffocating while being restrained by Rochester Police after they responded to a mental health call.
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Vote Count Continues: New York’s Congressional Races
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To find out who wins this year’s Congressional contests in New York State will require patience. The pandemic transformed how this election was run in New York State. The vast number of ballots cast by mail before Election Day could lengthen the amount of time it takes to count all the votes. But that won’t mean there are problems with the results.
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NYC To Close Businesses In Parts Of Brooklyn And Queens As Virus Takes Hold Again
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Facing an increase in coronavirus infections in certain neighborhoods, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Sunday that he would close all nonessential businesses, public and private schools.
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New York Attorney General: State Policies Used To Suppress Prude Video
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“All of the emails that I have seen so far as a result of the media would suggest that they used our policies and practices as an excuse to suppress the video and that’s unfortunate.”
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Rochester Police Confront Protesters At City Hall
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Sixteen people were arrested Wednesday after a standoff outside City Hall between Rochester police and the protesters calling for justice in the death of Daniel Prude.
Pennsylvania Officials Stand By Pandemic Response After Judge Rules Against Orders
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The governor and health secretary want residents to guard against the virus as a federal judge calls stay-at-home and business closure orders — since lifted — unconstitutional.
New York City Fire Department Renames Highest Award In Light Of Namesake’s Racist Views
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Fire Commissioner Daniel Nigro said the FDNY was renaming the medal after Chief of Department Peter J. Ganci Jr., who was the highest-ranking member killed in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
Car Rams Into Black Lives Matter Protesters In New York City’s Times Square
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One video of the attack shows a dark sedan, plowing into a crowd of people standing in front of the vehicle. The car lurches through an intersection leaving a chorus of screaming people in its wake.
Legendary N.Y. Mets Pitcher Tom Seaver Dies At 75
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Seaver became a household name after helping carry the Mets to their “improbable” 1969 World Series Championship.
With Fans Forbidden Due To COVID-19, A Noticeably Quiet U.S. Open Kicks Off In Queens
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Tennis players are navigating the eerie stillness of a Grand Slam event known for its lively crowds. Last year’s U.S. Open set an attendance record, drawing more than 737,800 fans over two weeks.
Black Grapefruit Seeks Balance ‘Inside’ Turmoil
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In a pastoral track from the New York duo, Randa Leigh asks an essential question: “What you follow, fear or love?”
Pennsylvania Governor Calls For State To Legalize Marijuana, Citing Pandemic
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Gov. Tom Wolf calls for some of the revenue from marijuana sales to go toward “repairing the harm done to crime victims and communities as a result of marijuana criminalization.”
New York Teachers Union ‘Prepared To Strike’ If Safety Demands Are Not Met
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The president of the city’s United Federation of Teachers called for testing every student and staff member before the start of school, set for Sept. 10.
New Suffrage Statue Will Be Central Park’s Only Monument To Honor Real Women
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A 14-foot-tall bronze monument paying homage to Sojourner Truth, Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton will be unveiled in Central Park next week.
To Stay In Business, New York City Restaurants Spill Out Onto The Asphalt
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Many of New York’s streets have come alive with fenced-in dining areas with tables and umbrellas and decorated with flower boxes and hanging plants.
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Inside Some PA Rehabs, ‘It’s Like COVID Doesn’t Exist’
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When treatment facilities ignore coronavirus protocols, patients are forced to choose between recovery and safety.
Can West Point And Annapolis Offer A Road Map For Reopening Colleges?
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Mandatory masks, strict discipline and rigorous testing have helped the academies, including West Point and Annapolis, welcome students back to campus. Can other schools learn from their example?
Mockingbirds Catch A Break As New York Judge Strikes Down Trump Bird Opinion
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In 2017, the Trump administration scaled back protections of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. A federal judge has now struck down the rule change — and cited To Kill a Mockingbird in so doing.
During A Lonely New York Summer, Lincoln Center Brings Music To Essential Workers
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America’s biggest arts complex hasn’t been able to present its regular programming due to the pandemic. So it’s organized private outdoor concerts for healthcare professionals, teachers and others.
U.S. Puts Kodak Deal On Hold Amid Scrutiny Of Its Finances
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The decision to entrust $765 million of taxpayer money to the former maker of photographic equipment raises several questions about the Trump administration’s due diligence of Kodak.
After Fraud Investigation, New York Attorney General Moves To Dissolve The NRA
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New York’s attorney general announced civil action to dissolve the National Rifle Association after an investigation found millions of dollars in alleged fraud by CEO Wayne LaPierre and others.
New York And Connecticut Call For Probes Into Utility Companies’ Response To Isaias
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Govs. Andrew Cuomo and Ned Lamont are seeking investigations as thousands of customers remain without power in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Isaias.
PA Professor: Not Realistic To Expect A COVID-19 Vaccine In 2020
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Dr. Paul Offit, who serves on the Food and Drug Administration’s vaccine advisory board, says he doesn’t think an effective vaccine that’s undergone adequate testing can be ready this year.
New York City Sets Up Quarantine Checkpoints For Travelers From COVID-19 Hot Spots
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Checkpoints at major bridges, tunnels and other sites are meant to drive home the message that 14-day quarantine rules are mandatory for people returning from states with high infection rates.
The Met Opera’s Live Streaming Series Sticks To Old Trappings
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While a valiant endeavor, the Metropolitan Opera’s new series of steaming concerts can’t seem to shake off opera’s fusty, aristocratic traditions.
Video Of Audience At Chainsmokers Concert Prompts New York To Investigate
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The Safe & Sound fundraiser, held Saturday in Southampton, drew rebukes after video emerged showing audience members dancing close together. Gov. Andrew Cuomo tweeted, “I am appalled.”
New York Police Draw Anger After Plainclothes Officers Throw Woman Into Unmarked Van
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Online video shows men grabbing a woman during a demonstration and hauling her away in an unmarked van. Police said they arrested the woman on suspicion of damaging police cameras.
Coronavirus Hot Spots: Could New York And Pennsylvania See A COVID-19 Rebound?
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As modelers look at national trends, they’re concerned about case jumps in areas that had previously managed largely to squelch the virus.
‘I Could Not Allow That To Stand’: Ocasio-Cortez Rebukes Republican For Vulgar Insult
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., addressed a public confrontation she had with Rep. Ted Yoho, R-Fla., earlier this week. She said her family “did not raise me to accept abuse from men.”
New York Yankees ‘Play Ball!’ But For How Long? A Nervous 2020 Season Begins
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Major League Baseball’s delayed and shortened regular season gets underway Thursday. There will be no fans in the stands and plenty of health and safety protections for the players and team officials.
What To Do About Part-Time School? NYC Announces Free Child Care For 100,000 Students
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The city aims to provide relief for working parents who either can’t afford to stay home or can’t find child care for the days that students aren’t in school.
New York City’s High Line Reopens In A Potential Boost To Local Business
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Chelsea business owners hope the reopening of the popular elevated park will bring more foot traffic back to the neighborhood.
New York’s Metropolitan Museum Of Art Will Open Its Doors Again In Late August
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The country’s largest art museum will be open to the public five days a week starting at the end of August. It had been closed since March as New York City grappled with the coronavirus pandemic.
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New York’s List Of Quarantined States Grows Longer
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Violators who don’t turn in the forms will face an automatic $2000 fine and may be called to a hearing before a judge to arrange a mandatory supervised quarantine.
New York To Require Contact Info From Air Travelers From States That Must Quarantine
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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the state is deploying teams to check for proof that travelers getting off flights have completed forms before leaving airports across the state.
New York Funeral Director: Pandemic Has Been A Wave That ‘Knocks You Over’
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Fourth-generation funeral director Patrick Kearns and his brother-in-law Paul Kearns-Stanley are partners in a 120-year-old family funeral business. They describe their unrelenting work and worries.
New York City Has Its First Day In Months With No COVID-19 Deaths
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Mayor Bill de Blasio calls on President Trump to invoke the Defense Production Act to speed up processing of coronavirus tests: “If you can’t get the results in real time, it doesn’t help you enough.”
New York Paints Black Lives Matter Mural In Front Of Trump Tower
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President Trump derided the mural plan last week, saying it would be “denigrating this luxury Avenue” and antagonize the city’s police as “a symbol of hate.”
Census Bureau Expands Early Door Knocking For Count To Pennsylvania
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Despite the pandemic, Census Bureau officials say they’ve determined it’s safe enough for visits to unresponsive homes in parts of Connecticut, Indiana, Kansas, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington.
New Yorkers Look To Suburbs And Beyond. Other City Dwellers May Be Next
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Now that so many are working from home, more people are considering moving out of the city. The pandemic has sent enough New Yorkers to the exits to shake up the area’s housing market.
West Point Graduates’ Letter Calls For Academy To Address Racism
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Retired Capt. Mary Tobin, a West Point graduate, is mentor to some recent alumni who wrote an open letter to academy leaders. They’re part of a long legacy of Black cadets addressing systemic racism.
Federal Prosecutors Discussed ‘Burying’ Evidence In Troubled New York Case
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The government acknowledged problems with sharing evidence with the defense, but prosecutors argue the missteps were inadvertent, not malicious. A judge is assessing the matter.
Inside Seating? A Harlem Bar Owner Navigates COVID-19’s Changing Rules
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67 Orange Street makes do with take-out and outdoor service while waiting for a decision on inside dining in NYC.
Pennsylvania Joins The Growing List Of States Mandating Face Masks In Public
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Pennsylvania, Oregon and Kansas are among the latest states to require face coverings in public settings as COVID-19 cases surge in much of the country. Health officials say masks can slow the spread.
NYPD Officer Accused Of Using Chokehold Charged With Strangulation
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The officer, 39-year-old David Afanador, was suspended the same day the cellphone video appeared to show him choking a Black man on a Queens boardwalk.
New York City Could See 22,000 Public Employee Layoffs Because Of COVID-19
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Mayor Bill de Blasio warned that without aid from Albany and Washington, as well as concessions from labor groups, every department would face unprecedented job cuts
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After Treating COVID-19 Patients In New York, Reservists Return To Rising Cases At Home
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“If we really didn’t feel like there was much we could do for that patient, we would move on, and that’s sort of the idea of disaster management, do the best you can for the greatest amount of people,”
