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Evening Roundup: Feds Seek 15 Year Sentence for Bob Menendez and Mayor Adams’ Year Ahead
Federal prosecutors say former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey should spend 15 years in prison after his conviction on corruption charges. And, WNYC’s Janae Pierre and Elizab... Jan 10, 2025
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Biden’s Last Climate Act before “Drill Baby Drill”
What could the future look like for climate change and public health policy?On Today's Show:U.S. Representative Frank Pallone (D-NJ 6th) kicks off the new weekly series with a discuss... Jan 7, 2025
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Brian Lehrer Weekend: NJ Gov Race; Context for A Complete Unknown; Public Songs
Three of our favorite segments from the week, in case you missed them.NJ Gubernatorial Primary Campaign Kicks Off (First) | Context and a Movie: A Complete Unknown (Starts at 34:0 0) ... Jan 4, 2025
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Evening Roundup: New Orleans Attack Echoes 2017 Attack in NYC, Optimum Drops MSG Networks, New Jersey’s Approach to Rising Sea Levels and Weekend Stargazing
In the wake of New Orleans, a look at how New York City has worked to prevent similar terrorist attacks. Plus, there’s a standoff between a major local cable provider and the TV home ... Jan 3, 2025
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Rep. Tom Suozzi; NJ's Gubernatorial Primary Campaign Kicks Off; NYC's Economy Outlook; Public Song Project
Rep. Tom Suozzi; NJ's Gubernatorial Primary Campaign Kicks Off; NYC's Economy Outlook; Public Song Project Jan 3, 2025
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NJ Gubernatorial Primary Campaign Kicks Off
Voters in New Jersey will head to the polls in June to vote in the gubernatorial primary election. Hear analysis of the candidates, both Democrats and Republicans. Jan 3, 2025
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Midday News: Car Thefts Drop in NYC, Rainy New Year’s Eve Forecast, and NJ Affordability Concerns
Car thefts in New York City fell nearly 10% in 2024, reversing years of steady increases, according to NYPD data. The National Weather Service predicts rain across the region for New ... Dec 30, 2024
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Some workers making well above the Federal Poverty Level still can't afford the basics where they live
In 2025, the minimum wage in New Jersey will go up by 36 cents to $15.49 an hour. In New York City, Long Island and Westchester, the minimum wage for most workers will rise to $16.50... Dec 30, 2024
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Midday News: Code Blue Activated for Cold Weather, RSV Cases Spike, Hanukkah Latke Recipes, and Pristine Jewelers’ Hip-Hop Legacy
New York City has activated a Code Blue as temperatures drop, opening shelters to anyone in need. Meanwhile, the city’s health department is also warning of a rise in RSV cases and ur... Dec 26, 2024
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Midday News: Weekend Subway Violence Raises Safety Concerns, F-Train Murder Suspect’s Immigration Status Sparks Debate, and Revisiting New Jersey’s Affordabl...
Midday News: Weekend Subway Violence Raises Safety Concerns, F-Train Murder Suspect’s Immigration Status Sparks Debate, Dec 24, 2024