News & Politics

Proposed Port Authority Hikes Spur Controversy

August 16, 2011|Katie Fisher

Commuters and union members argue over proposed toll hikes.

At a crowded public hearing Tuesday in Manhattan, some New...

Officials Urge Tame Celebrations at Dominican Day Parade

August 12, 2011|Claudia Morell

Every year thousands of New Yorkers attend the annual Dominican Day Parade in Midtown West.

As the city prepares for the...

New Countdown Signals at New York City Intersections

August 02, 2011|Katie Fisher

City transportation officials announced installation of new pedestrian signals.

New Yorkers will no longer have to race...

Outer Boroughs Lack EV Charging Stations

August 02, 2011|Ashwin Bhandari

As part of WFUV's Issues Tank, Ashwin Bhandari takes a look at the geographical disparity of charging stations in New York...

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Head of NYC Child Welfare Agency Stepping Down

July 27, 2011|Julie Clark

John Mattingly, Commissioner of the Administration for children's Services is resinging after seven years.

Richter was Deputy...

Bronx Subways Get Low Grades for Cleanliness

July 26, 2011|Katie Fisher

Bronx subway stations are rated the dirtiest in the city, according to a new MTA report.

Some Bronx subway riders are heated...

Undocumented Bronx Student Fights Deportation

July 26, 2011|Claudia Morell

Julio Hernandez faces immediate deportation after being detained by Boarder Patrol in a Greyhound bus in Erie, PA.

A group of...

Public Hearings Scheduled for Christie's Energy Plan

July 25, 2011|Claudia Morell

Christie's Energy Master Plan (EMP) outlines his plan for New Jersey's future energy consumption and production.

New Jersey...

Resorts Seek to Capitalize on Gay Honeymoons

July 22, 2011|Alen Kanlic

Gay marriage could mean more revenue for the travel industry as more honeymoons are planned.

With gay marriage becoming legal...

Bloomberg to Officiate Gay Marriage Ceremony

July 20, 2011|Marisa Galdi

It's history in the making for two high-profile New York City officials.

New York City Mayor Bloomberg will tie the knot for...