The union representing New York City’s principals said it had lost confidence in Mayor Bill de Blasio’s plan to reopen schools. Source: New York Times
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The Nation Lost a Titan. Brooklyn Lost a Native Daughter.
By Gotham Rex on September 20, 2020
Ruth Bader Ginsburg — “Kiki” to her Brooklyn family — was a product of the borough’s public schools and synagogues. She is revered on her home ground. Source: New York Times
Small Businesses Need Rent Breaks. But Landlords Are in Crisis, Too.
By Gotham Rex on September 19, 2020
Some landlords are adjusting rent, while others hold firm. Their decisions are reshaping New York City’s neighborhoods. Source: New York Times
NYC to Allow Indoor Dining in Restaurants at 25 Percent Capacity
By Gotham Rex on September 9, 2020
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced that restaurants can open for indoor service at 25 percent capacity, starting on Sept. 30. Source: New York Times
Tax the Ultrarich? Cuomo Resists, Even With a $14 Billion Budget Gap
By Gotham Rex on September 7, 2020
State Democratic lawmakers are pressuring Gov. Andrew Cuomo to approve a tax on the wealthy, fearing that budget cuts will hurt those most in need. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers Are Fleeing to the Suburbs: ‘The Demand Is Insane’
By Gotham Rex on August 30, 2020
The pandemic is spurring home sales as prosperous city residents seek more space. One listing had 97 showings and received 24 offers. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Gyms and Fitness Studios Can Reopen on Aug. 24, Cuomo Says
By Gotham Rex on August 17, 2020
Health clubs and studios will be limited to a third of their total capacity and must meet reopening requirements before being allowed to reopen, the governor said. Source: New York Times
Museums and Other New York Cultural Institutions Can Open Aug. 24
By Gotham Rex on August 14, 2020
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said that museums would be allowed to open at 25 percent capacity and with timed ticketing in place. Source: New York Times
Cuomo: NYC Museums, Other Cultural Institutions Can Open Aug. 24
By Gotham Rex on August 14, 2020
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said that museums would be allowed to open at 25 percent capacity and with timed ticketing in place. Source: New York Times
Rave Under the Kosciuszko Bridge: Are Illicit Parties Endangering N.Y.C.?
By Gotham Rex on August 8, 2020
Videos and photos posted on social media of a number of parties show few guests abiding by social-distancing guidelines. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Schools Can Reopen, Cuomo Says, Making It One of Few Big Cities With In-Person Classes
By Gotham Rex on August 7, 2020
In a long-awaited announcement, the governor says schools can welcome back students if the rate of infection in their communities remains low. Source: New York Times
Power Outages From Isaias for 1.6 Million Could Last Several Days
By Gotham Rex on August 6, 2020
Officials said the power losses could last several days, as the disaster shaped up to be the worst to hit the region since Hurricane Sandy in 2012. Source: New York Times
Why the Botched N.Y.C. Primary Has Become the November Nightmare
By Gotham Rex on August 3, 2020
Nearly six weeks later, two congressional races remain undecided, and officials are trading blame over the mishandling of tens of thousands of mail-in ballots. Source: New York Times
Chainsmokers Concert in Hamptons Is Under Investigation by Cuomo
By Gotham Rex on July 27, 2020
The state’s health commissioner opened an inquiry after video footage of the concert showed crowds of people standing close together. Source: New York Times
Did New York Just Get the Nation’s Most Liberal Legislature?
By Gotham Rex on July 24, 2020
Among those toppled by progressive insurgents was a Brooklyn assemblyman who was first elected in 1972. Source: New York Times