Category: Featured
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Beth Israel Hospital awaits closure date as criticism of its management rises
Multiple surviving lawsuits are preventing a definite closure date, while Mount Sinai’s decision is scrutinized.
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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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In the fight against censorship, libraries stay silent on Palestine
At some schools, educators have been told not to express pro-Palestine views.
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How a café is tackling the disability employment crisis
Café Joyeux in Midtown gives job opportunities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Midtown landmark building faces proposed remodeling
Preservationists take issue with a fashion company’s plans to redesign interiors in a historic property.
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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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New York wavers on school cellphone ban amid safety concerns
Teachers and Gov. Kathy Hochul continue to support the ban, which many parents oppose.
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Attempted boycott of New York Film Festival follows international trend
Criticisms over Lincoln Center’s financial ties to Israel spark boycotts and acts of dissent from filmmakers.
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Creative art therapy in demand amid immigrant mental health crisis
Creative art therapy can play a big role in addressing immigrant’s mental health problems, but not all can access it.
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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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New bill aims to slash citizen complaints on idling vehicles
The City seeks to stem the flood of submissions from the Citizens Air Complaint Program.
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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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Hudson Yards residents struggle to afford affordable housing
The number of available city homes is at its lowest since 1968.
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New Midtown coalition tackles quality of life issues
A group of city agencies has been working to improve the conditions in Midtown — but is it enough?
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Riders sue the city over inaccessible subway stations
A lawsuit states dangerous platform gaps and inoperable elevators violate human rights.
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Midtown school for disabled students faces transportation headache
A special needs school lacks designated parking for school buses.
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Advocates call for overdose prevention centers in Midtown
The overdose crisis has led to calls to improve addiction services and prevent further tragedies.
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NY Supreme Court blocks city effort to shut down Mainchance Shelter
The New York City Department of Homeless Services sought to close the shelter in June.
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Chelsea art galleries shutter amid higher rents and leaner sales
Art galleries in Chelsea can no longer afford rising rents in an industry altered by the pandemic.
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Pop-up shops are changing Midtown’s retail playing field
With upfront investments far below the cost of opening a permanent store, popups give brands with limited capital access to popular locations and landlords the opportunity to fill vacant retail space. The practice has taken off in Midtown and is credited with helping to reinvigorate a neighborhood hard hit by commercial real estate vacancies.
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