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Gothamist
Published September 03MTA electrical substations lack proper maintenance, watchdog says
An explosion that blew a door off its hinges in an electric room that powers several New York City subway lines The inspector general report came in response to a major electrical failure in 2024. [ more › ]
Gothamist
Published September 03$6 billion power line from Canada to NYC flowing below capacity, experts say
Gov. Hochul hailed the completion of the power line from Canada as a "game changer." Gov. Kathy Hochul called the Champlain Hudson Power Express a “game changer” that could meet 20% of New York City’s energy needs. [ more › ]
Gothamist
Published September 03NYPD data shows decline in summer crime, as perceptions of safety shift
A stock photo of an NYPD cruiser Shooting and murders are down, but other incidents like hate crimes and those involving alleged felony assault reoffenders persist. [ more › ]
Gothamist
Published September 03Trump again blocks $252M of blizzard relief funds for NY, NJ
New York and New Jersey were hit by an intense nor'easter with blizzard conditions, heavy snow, and strong winds in late February 2026. Governors of both states say the president is politicizing disaster relief. [ more › ]
Long Island Press
Published September 03Elderly woman scammed out of nearly $1 Million, scammer arrested
A Queens woman has been arrested after allegedly scamming a 70-year-old woman out of nearly $1 million over the phone. Fnu Tierigeli, 32, was arrested in Hicksville at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 2, after Nassau County detectives said the 70-year-old woman received a call that…
Gothamist
Published September 03NY sues to block new Trump funding restriction on trans care for minors
Attorney General Letitia James addresses the crowd at Union Square for the Together We Win rally in support of transgender youth held in New York City, New York, on January 10, 2026. Attorney General Letitia James asked a judge to block a rule barring use of federal funds for…
Gothamist
Published September 03Here’s what NYC's median rent of $4,200 gets you in each borough
A shoebox in Chelsea, a luxe apartment in Riverdale and five (!) bedrooms on Staten Island. [ more › ]
THE CITY
Published September 03What To Know About NYC Schools’ AI Ban for Younger Students
After months of waiting, Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday released the outlines of New York City’s approach to dealing with artificial intelligence and screen time in schools next year. But just eight days before the start of the school year, there are still many details to be…
Gothamist
Published September 03Early Addition: Bodysurfing with the jellyfish in the Rockaways
Because they're about to hold a bodysurfing competition during stinging season, here are your early links: Rich people getting richer, Labor Day travel plans, personal pizzas and more. [ more › ]
Gothamist
Published September 03Gloria Steinem, feminist icon and longtime Upper East Side resident, has died at 92
Gloria Steinem, feminist activist has died at 92 in New York City. In later years, the activist was known to host talking circles from her brownstone. [ more › ]
THE CITY
Published September 02Bottom 90% of New Yorkers’ Incomes Stagnate As Very Richest See Huge Gains Since COVID
New York City’s richest earners have gotten richer since before the pandemic, while lower-income earners have struggled to keep up with high inflation, according to a new report on income inequality from the city comptroller. Wednesday’s report analyzed tax returns from 2019 to…
Queens Ledger
Published September 02ASTORIA STREET SPECTATOR: Remembering the General Slocum Disaster
How negligence turned General Slocum’s summer excursion into one of New York’s deadliest disasters — and helped erase an entire neighborhood. BY NICOLAS STERGIOU nicolas.stergiou@gmail.com Social Media Manager, Labor Organizer, and Unnofficial “Astoria Street Spectator” From…