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Federal Government Grants New York City $106 Million for Immigrant Shelter Expenses – FEMA Approves Reimbursement Request With Senator Chuck Schumer’s Support

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Federal Government Grants New York City 6 Million for Immigrant Shelter Expenses – FEMA Approves Reimbursement Request With Senator Chuck Schumer’s Support

The federal government will give New York City $106 million for expenses incurred to provide shelter to newly arrived immigrants. This is the first sum that the city receives for this purpose. The Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA, with the support of Senator Chuck Schumer, sent a team to New York to help with the … Read more

Community in East Elmhurst Honors Memory of 8-Year-Old Boy with Prayers and Mariachi Music – Driver Charged in Tragic Accident

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Community in East Elmhurst Honors Memory of 8-Year-Old Boy with Prayers and Mariachi Music – Driver Charged in Tragic Accident

With prayers and mariachi music, the East Elmhurst community honored the memory of the eight-year-old boy who lost his life hit by a truck this Wednesday. The vigil was held on Thursday at the intersection of 100th Street and 31st Avenue, where the incident that ended the life of Bayron Palomino Arroyo occurred. The driver, … Read more

Spring Preview: High Temperatures Reach 70 Degrees – Why It’s so Hot and How Long It Will Last

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Spring Preview: High Temperatures Reach 70 Degrees – Why It’s so Hot and How Long It Will Last

A spring preview will occur on Thursday. High temperatures are coming and we could reach 70 degrees. Here’s why it will be so hot and how long it will last. Temperatures in the 70s in March are not common, but they do happen. We typically see steady readings in the 70s as we reach Mother’s … Read more

City’s Public Transportation Workers’ Concerns Over National Guard Deployment in Subway and MTA’s Crime Solutions Criticized

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City’s Public Transportation Workers’ Concerns Over National Guard Deployment in Subway and MTA’s Crime Solutions Criticized

The city’s public transportation workers questioned the deployment of the National Guard in the subway, as well as the MTA, which they accuse of failing to implement practical solutions to reduce crime in the system. TWU Local 100 alleges that Gov. Kathy Hochul’s plan to order the National Guard is a tacit acknowledgment of the … Read more

New York man from Israel dies after being kidnapped by Hamas: Israeli Defense Forces

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New York man from Israel dies after being kidnapped by Hamas: Israeli Defense Forces

The Israeli Defense Forces confirm that a man from New York City died after being kidnapped by Hamas on October 7. Itay Chen, who had lived in Israel since he was nine, had dual nationality. He joined the Israeli army and was deployed to the Gaza border. Authorities initially declared Chen “missing in action.” His … Read more

Top Theatre Recommendations for This Week: Tommy, Alan Cumming, TEETH, The Effect, Titans of Media Trilogy of Female Empowerment – NY1 Host Frank Dillela Shares Must-See Shows

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Top Theatre Recommendations for This Week: Tommy, Alan Cumming, TEETH, The Effect, Titans of Media Trilogy of Female Empowerment – NY1 Host Frank Dillela Shares Must-See Shows

Frank Dillela, host of On Stage on our sister network NY1, shares with us his list of shows and plays that he recommends for this week. An electrifying new production of THE WHO’S TOMMY is in previews at the Netherlander Theatre. Based on the rock concept album by the famous band The Who, the musical … Read more

The Neglected Building: Tenants Speak Out on Maintenance Violations and Safety Concerns

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The Neglected Building: Tenants Speak Out on Maintenance Violations and Safety Concerns

“The Intercom is useless here, it opens easily and anyone can enter. There is no security from the door,” says Verónica Arellano, an affected tenant. But not only that, in this building the maintenance violations total 473. They have been ignoring tenants’ complaints for more than 10 years. “The elevator also apparently works because it … Read more

Crown Heights Residents and Community Leaders Speak Out Against Street Violence Following Three Fatal Shootings

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Crown Heights Residents and Community Leaders Speak Out Against Street Violence Following Three Fatal Shootings

Crown Heights residents and community leaders are speaking out against street violence after three fatal shootings shocked the Brooklyn neighborhood last week. One of the victims was 13-year-old Troy Gil, who was killed near his home Thursday night. The vigil was organized by the District 77 Community Council. Leaders say they are focusing on developing … Read more

Bronx Botanical Garden Orchid Show: A Must-See Floral Extravaganza in NYC!

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Bronx Botanical Garden Orchid Show: A Must-See Floral Extravaganza in NYC!

The Botanical Garden of our city located in The Bronx is a wonderful space to enjoy nature with family and friends. And on this occasion the 21st edition of the orchid show is being celebrated, which always attracts thousands of visitors to appreciate different varieties of these beautiful plants, which are used all over the … Read more

Fatal Shooting in Brooklyn: Man Killed with Four Gunshot Wounds at 673 Sterling Place

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Fatal Shooting in Brooklyn: Man Killed with Four Gunshot Wounds at 673 Sterling Place

A man was fatally shot in Brooklyn this morning. The incident occurred around 1:00 am at 673 Sterling Place, in the Crown Heights area. Upon arrival, police found a 40-year-old man with at least four gunshot wounds to his body. Some bullet casings were found in the basement of the location. The victim was taken … Read more