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Manhattan District Attorney Faces Record-High Hate Crime Caseload
Of the city’s five boroughs, Manhattan reported the highest number of anti-Asian hate crime incidents in 2021, according to a study from the Asian American Bar Association. During that time, Times Square saw one of the highest number of attacks against Asian Americans.
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New York City’s E.M.T.s cope with rising suicide rates
Someone dies from suicide every 16 hours in New York City, a reality that first responders know all too well. This latest statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals a growing mental health crisis that emergency responders see the worst of on a regular basis. The issue is top of…
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Mental Health Treatment Crisis in Midtown Goes Unmet
According to a May report by the New York City Health Department, in 2023, midtown Manhattan had one of the highest unmet mental health treatment needs in NYC, with nearly one out of every two people who need mental health treatments in Chelsea and the West Village unable to receive the care they need. City…
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How a Midtown church uses ‘rescued’ food to feed the needy
Charities are relying on leftover food from restaurants and markets to address food insecurity.
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Concerned New Yorkers prepped for ‘No Kings’ protest
Local independent activists met as part of a “Democracy Dinners” series to discuss threats to democracy.
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Promises made for a greener New York at climate town hall
Civic and environment advocates gathered in the East Village to promote better climate policies.
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NYPD struggles to stop crime in Times Square
An increase in tourism and a short-staffed police department may be to blame for a recent spike in robbery, burglary, and assault.
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Overdose prevention centers inch towards Midtown
New proposed policies on harm reduction centers could help ease Midtown’s overdose crisis.
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Community centers strive for criminal justice reform
The court, the first of its kind in New York City, seeks to reduce incarceration and recidivism.
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Public school nurses get trained in suicide prevention
New York City Public Schools has partnered with mental health non-profit to improve support systems in schools.
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SAFE Shelter Act would increase beds for single domestic violence survivors
The bill has passed both the Senate and Assembly and is now awaiting Governor Hochul’s signature.
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Climate change puts Midtown in flood-risk zone
As storms become more intense, a lack of awareness is leaving communities unprepared.
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‘Safe Hotels Act’ revision sparks accountability debate
The removal of food and beverage provisions has eased concerns for hotel operators, but worries over worker protections remain.
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Revised shelter restrictions bring uncertainty to migrant students
Migrant children struggle to find stability with shelter placements in flux
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Midtown faces broker fee shift as new legislation gains traction
The Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses (FARE) Act seeks to reduce tenant costs, but critics argue landlords may pass the fees back through higher rents.
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Pedestrians and cyclists colliding more on congested streets
While the city has public transportation like the subway and busses, along with the option to walk or bike, New York City continues to have collision issues with streets that prioritize drivers.
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New York’s new Airbnb law poses substantial obstacles for the platform
Local Law 18 was reinforced early September, forcing Airbnb owners to give up business and helping hotels in the process.
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Smart compost bins prove elusive in Midtown
A city pilot program to increase composting accessibility has come up short in Midtown.
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Diamond district stores scammed out of thousands with fake crypto
Customer steals $190,000 worth of watches in fraudulent crypto exchange.
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Ping pong’s popularity on display with SPIN’s grand opening
New Yorkers lined up around the block to play table tennis.
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