Mixed messages have left many workers and their communities in the dark about the extent of the spread of the coronavirus. Crime has fallen in many U.S. cities during the pandemic. Source: New York Times
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Another Summer Ritual Canceled: The Beach House Share
By Gotham Rex on May 25, 2020
With parties forbidden, nightclubs closed and many beaches restricting access, young New York professionals are giving up their seasonal rental shares. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus Pandemic: Live World News Updates
By Gotham Rex on May 25, 2020
Americans took a varied approach to the holiday, with pool parties in some places and shuttered beaches in others. Social distancing measures could spur a last-minute venue change for the R.N.C. Source: New York Times
Live Coronavirus New York Updates
By Gotham Rex on May 25, 2020
Governor Cuomo is giving his daily news briefing on New York’s fight against the virus. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers Embark on a Summer of Uncertainty
By Gotham Rex on May 25, 2020
Memorial Day weekend in New York City usually marks the beginning of a vibrant summer to come. But this year traditions have been altered under the shadow of the coronavirus. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus Live Updates: U.S. Adds Brazil to Travel Ban List
By Gotham Rex on May 25, 2020
Officials cited growing cases in placing restrictions on Brazil. In the United States, President Trump golfed as the death toll neared 100,000. Source: New York Times
'Aggressive' Rats May Increase During Pandemic, C.D.C. Says
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2020
“They’re simply turning on each other” after being deprived of food and waste generated by restaurants that have closed during the pandemic, an expert said. Source: New York Times
The Virus Has Wrecked Some Families. It Has Brought Others Closer.
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2020
With little else to do, many people are savoring the time they have for simple pleasures like eating and dancing with the ones they love. Source: New York Times
Sal Capozucca, Rock Drummer with a Real Estate Gig, Dies at 65
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2020
He had a day job as a real estate broker specializing in townhouses, but his heart belonged with his rock ’n’ roll drum set. He died of Covid-19. Source: New York Times
Michael Halkias, Who Promised Wish Fulfillment at Banquet Hall, Dies at 82
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2020
His Grand Prospect Hall in Brooklyn hosted four decades’ worth of events, and he and his wife, Alice, made the hall’s commercials a late-night TV staple. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus in N.Y.: Live Updates
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2020
The Mid-Hudson region of New York will most likely start to reopen on Tuesday, and Long Island may do so on Wednesday, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said Saturday. Source: New York Times
Summer in Lockdown: 5 Families Mull a Spoiled Season
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2020
New York City’s 1.1 million schoolchildren and their families are steeling themselves for an unusual summer. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus Live: Global Updates
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2020
Hong Kong protesters, subdued for months by the virus, clashed with the police on Sunday. The N.B.A. says it may restart its suspended season in late July at a Florida resort. Source: New York Times
Is It Time to Stop Clapping for Health Care Workers? An Organizer Thinks So
By Gotham Rex on May 23, 2020
“To maintain the positive impact that it’s had so far, it’s best to stop at its peak,” said Annemarie Plas, who started #ClapForOurCarers. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus in N.Y. Live Updates: Gatherings of Up to 10 People Allowed
By Gotham Rex on May 23, 2020
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said that the Mid-Hudson region of New York would most likely start to reopen on Tuesday, and that Long Island may do so on Wednesday. Source: New York Times