“He’s been out there for 32 years,” she said in a voice turned gravelly by years of chain-smoking. “And I’ve been in my own private jail.” Source: New York Times
Posts published in “New York State”
New Yorkers Rush to Get Vaccine After Eligibility Expands
By Gotham Rex on February 15, 2021
The first of four million newly qualified people were vaccinated around the city and state on Monday, but many are still struggling to get an appointment. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers With Many Health Conditions Are Now Eligible for Vaccination
By Gotham Rex on February 14, 2021
People with conditions like obesity, hypertension, pulmonary diseases and cancer flooded the state’s sign-up site. Source: New York Times
Hidden for a Century, a Susan B. Anthony Portrait Is Found
By Gotham Rex on February 12, 2021
Last year, David Whitcomb bought a building for $100,000 in Geneva, N.Y. He discovered a trove of photographs tucked away in the attic. Source: New York Times
New York Republican Claudia Tenney Wins Final House Seat
By Gotham Rex on February 5, 2021
Claudia Tenney, a Republican from Central New York, regained a seat she lost in 2018 after a judge ruled that her 109-vote victory was legitimate. Source: New York Times
A Trump-Supporting Congresswoman in New York City Stands Her Ground
By Gotham Rex on February 4, 2021
Representative Nicole Malliotakis represents Staten Island, where new Republican voters out-registered Democrats during the Trump administration. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Repeals Law That Critics Say Criminalized ‘Walking While Trans’
By Gotham Rex on February 3, 2021
The anti-loitering law was designed to discourage street prostitution, but was viewed by L.G.B.T.Q. advocates as a cudgel to harass transgender people. Source: New York Times
9 Top N.Y. Health Officials Have Quit as Cuomo Scorns Expertise
By Gotham Rex on February 1, 2021
“When I say ‘experts’ in air quotes, it sounds like I’m saying I don’t really trust the experts,” Gov. Andrew Cuomo said of pandemic policies. “Because I don’t.” Source: New York Times
A Winter Storm Is Set to Wallop the Northeast: What We Know
By Gotham Rex on February 1, 2021
A nor’easter is expected to stall off the coast of New Jersey and may drop more than two inches of snow an hour in some parts of the region, the National Weather Service said. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Severely Undercounted Virus Deaths in Nursing Homes, Report Says
By Gotham Rex on January 28, 2021
The state attorney general, Letitia James, said the Cuomo administration likely omitted thousands of Covid-19 deaths of nursing home residents. Source: New York Times
54 Zip Codes in NYC Have Positive Coronavirus Test Rates Over 10%
By Gotham Rex on January 22, 2021
As the focus turns to vaccinations, the virus continues to spread, leaving health experts to wonder if officials will mull new steps and restrictions. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Offers Doomsday Proposal to Attack a Possible $15 Billion Deficit
By Gotham Rex on January 19, 2021
The governor floated an increase in income tax on top earners as he warned that the state might have to cut $2.6 billion in school and Medicaid spending. Source: New York Times
How to Get the Coronavirus Vaccine in N.Y.C.
By Gotham Rex on January 16, 2021
There are multiple websites, disappearing slots and even attempts to game the system. Here’s our guide to what you have to do to get a dose in your arm. Source: New York Times
New York Vaccine Supply Running Low, Officials Say
By Gotham Rex on January 15, 2021
Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city would run out of doses by next week. Source: New York Times
The Red Tape Facing Older People Who Want the Covid-19 Vaccine
By Gotham Rex on January 14, 2021
A million city residents who are over 65 are now eligible to be vaccinated. But try making an appointment. Source: New York Times