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Which drivers get tolled under congestion pricing on the Brooklyn and Queensboro bridges? It’s complicated. 6:58

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The MTA has sold congestion pricing as a simple tolling scheme: $15 during the day for vehicles that enter Manhattan south of 60th Street. Drivers are exempt from the tolls if they stay on the FDR Drive, West Side Highway and Battery Park Underpass. But about two months before the MTA hopes to flip the switch and begin tolling, the agency has confi…

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Newark, New Jersey's Speech and Debate program is on a hot streak 7:29

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Students from Newark, New Jersey public schools are dominating the state's speech and debate scene. They recently took home several first place trophies from the New Jersey State Championship Tournament for speech and debate. Students from the district's debate program will also head to the National Debate Coaches Association Championship in Indian…

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Why child care is so expensive in NYC that it's become a crisis 7:15

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The New York City Council is urging the Adams administration to reverse $1 billion in planned budget cuts, including $170 million in funding for early childhood education that lawmakers say is crucial for young families. Lawmakers warn that any rollbacks to the city’s 3-K and pre-K program, which provides free education for 3- and 4-year-olds, will…

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A new podcast explores the rise and fall of NYPD Detective Louis Scarcella 7:22

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Other officers in the NYPD used to call former Detective Louis Scarcella "the closer," a reputation he helped to cultivate and promote during his decades in the force. "I was one of the best detectives in Brooklyn," he said. "I looked like a detective right out of central booking. I fit the part. I was the part." But more than a decade ago, the Bro…

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The Mets retire Dwight Gooden's number 8:25

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For fans of a certain age, the 1986 Mets and their thrilling victory over the Red Sox in the World Series that year, occupy a special place in New York sports history. The team hasn't been able to reach those heights since, but the players from that legendary team remain towering figures. And now, two of those players will have their numbers retire…

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This Week in Politics: The legal battle over New Jersey's ballot system 7:58

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Seismic events in New Jersey over the last month have sent long-time political reporters scrambling for superlatives. They say it's hard to overstate just how much politics-as-usual might be changing in New Jersey. And then, to really drive the point home, we had an actual earthquake last week. Nancy Solomon covers New Jersey politics and hosts Ask…

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Seafood with a side of sea spray: New York City's floating restaurants 4:33

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If you're looking to enjoy your oysters with a side of actual sea spray as the weather warms up, you may want to consider one of New York City's floating restaurants. Grand Banks, an oyster bar that operates on a wooden schooner at Pier 25 in Manhattan, opened for the season this week. And Eater New York just published a roundup of the city's float…

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In one of the biggest year in women's basketball, we examine how the sport has evolved in NYC 8:09

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The WNBA draft is coming up on Monday and it’ll be at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. That’s when professional teams can pick new players from their respective colleges. The event comes to Fort Greene’s artsy music and film venue as excitement for women’s hoops around the city and country is at a fever pitch. Not only are players like Breanna Stewar…

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The third rail of NYC politics: Mayors' use of the subways 5:43

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This week's On The Way roundup of transit news features Mayor Adams' comments on his use of the subways, a NJ Transit fare hike and two questions from listeners.Av WNYC Radio

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'It's so unique. There's nothing like it': A stroll through Sylvan Terrace 3:35

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Have you ever stumbled upon a place in a neighborhood that left you full of joy, wonder or excitement? Think indie bookstore with an inspiring poetry night, or a beautiful garden sandwiched between big apartment buildings? WNYC's Community Partnerships desk is highlighting some neighborhood gems across the five boroughs. In this segment, we explore…

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'It's a rainbow of images and colors and individual expression': A visit to Freeman Alley 3:43

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From hidden gardens to family run bakeries, New York City boasts a variety of neighborhood gems. WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk is highlighting some of these treasures across the five boroughs. In this segment, we explore an alley on Manhattan's Lower East Side, renowned for its vibrant and impactful street art. The transcript of this segment h…

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The cost of groceries and immigration: Voters share what's on their minds this election year 7:08

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Believe it or not, Election Day is just more than 200 days away. As part of our election coverage, WNYC is transforming some laundromats across the New York metro area into hubs for civic engagement. These are a few insights we've gathered from people between wash cycles in March as part of our 'Suds and Civics' initiative. Your voice matters! Even…

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National Poetry Month 2024: Paul Pesante 3:28

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National Poetry Month celebrations continue at WNYC's Morning Edition, and one local man is a hero both in verse and on the rails. Paul Pesante is a longtime conductor on Metro-North's Hudson Line. He's known to riders for his clever, rhyming announcements. He joined Morning Edition host Michael Hill to talk about the ways he injects some whimsy in…

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WNYC's Public Song Project still wants to hear from you 6:05

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Music is in the air at WNYC, thanks to the annual "All of It" Public Song Project. For the second year in a row, listeners are invited to submit a song based on a work of music, literature, or film currently in the public domain. Winners of the project will get a chance to have their submissions showcased alongside professional musicians like Rhian…

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Atlantic City casino workers are filing a lawsuit against New Jersey and calling for a smoke free workplace 7:22

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A group of Atlantic City casino workers is suing New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, hoping to end a long-standing carveout in state law that lets casinos allow smoking on the gambling floor, even though it’s banned in virtually every other business. Pete Naccarelli and Lamont White, casino dealers and co-founders of the group “Casino Employees Agains…

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Nassau County is looking for volunteers to join an armed "special deputies" force 6:38

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Long Island's Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is pushing an initiative to recruit armed civilians, who he says will train to respond in the case of an emergency. This is despite Nassau County being frequently named as one of the safest counties in the nation by places like U.S News and World Reports. Candice Ferrette, a staff writer at Newsd…

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Mayor Adams’ homeless encampment sweeps reached new high last fall 4:10

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As Mayor Eric Adams doubles down on increasing police visibility to combat what he calls a perception of lawlessness in the city, his administration continued to ratchet up police-involved sweeps of homeless encampments last year, new data analyzed by Gothamist shows. The number of times NYPD and city employees were deployed to clear encampments un…

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Bronx DA assembling team of prosecutors to review Rikers sexual assault tips 4:52

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The Bronx district attorney’s office has assembled a team of prosecutors to review claims of sexual assault made by former detainees on Rikers Island against jail staff in response to a Gothamist investigation. The office, which has jurisdiction over Rikers, has also established a tip line for victims. Gothamist analyzed more than 700 lawsuits file…

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NYC officials remind New Yorkers to check their window guards 5:10

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As it starts to get warmer in New York City, officials are again reminding everyone to check on their window guards to prevent children from falling out of windows. The city’s Director of Enforcement for the Healthy Homes Program, Yma Ava Andries, talked with WNYC's Sean Carlson more about what New Yorkers can do to keep their children safe.…

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How to dress for NYC Eid parties? Stylist Engie Hassan can help. 3:50

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For some Muslim women in New York City, celebrating Eid al-Fitr can present a challenge: how do you find the right clothes that also align with your values? Some women turn to stylist Engie Hassan for help. During Eid celebrations, which can last at least three days, it’s customary for some Muslim people to attend multiple events, ranging from casu…

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New York City will pay more than $28 million to the family of a young man who hanged himself in Rikers 6:22

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New York City will pay more than $28 million to the family of a young man who hanged himself in Rikers as correction officers stood by without acting. Nicholas Feliciano was 18 at the time, and suffered severe brain damage. Now 22, he requires round-the-clock care. Video obtained by the New York Times shows officers watching as Feliciano made a noo…

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New York State Homeland Security Commissioner speaks with WNYC's Sean Carlson about Friday's earthquake 5:09

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Friday’s 4.8 magnitude earthquake was one of the strongest many people had ever felt in the New York City region. New York Homeland Security and Emergency Services Commissioner Jackie Bray spoke with WNYC's Sean Carlson about the quake, and the state's preparedness.Av WNYC Radio

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Judge weighs New Jersey's challenge to NYC congestion pricing 8:14

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The latest on -- what else? -- congestion pricing and a new report on the cost of fare beating headline this week's On The Way roundup of transit news.Av WNYC Radio

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So you want a crookie. Here’s how to get one in NYC. 2:35

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Move over, Suprême croissant, cragel and cronut. There's a new hybrid dessert selling out in New York City: the crookie, a combination of a croissant and chocolate chip cookie. The crookie first went viral in early March on TikTok, where there’s a slew of videos of people trying the dessert, offering tips on the best drink to pair it with, and even…

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