What did it take to record videos of eight Democrats who are vying to lead New York City? Collaboration, hustle and a willingness to talk to ambulance drivers, for starters. Source: New York Times
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Scott Stringer Is Accused of Sexual Misconduct by 2nd Woman
By Gotham Rex on June 4, 2021
The woman, Teresa Logan, accused Mr. Stringer of sexual harassment and making unwanted advances while she was working for him at a bar and restaurant he co-owned in 1992. Source: New York Times
Broadway Theater Owner Cited by OSHA in Stagehand’s Fatal Fall
By Gotham Rex on June 2, 2021
Federal regulators cited the Shubert Organization for four workplace safety violations in the death of an employee in the Winter Garden Theater. Source: New York Times
Seventh Noose Found at Amazon Construction Site in Connecticut, Police Say
By Gotham Rex on May 21, 2021
The Windsor Police Department said it was investigating what it called “potential hate crime incidents” after a seventh noose was found at a future fulfillment center. Source: New York Times
Vaccinated Americans May Go Without Masks in Most Places, Federal Officials Say
By Gotham Rex on May 13, 2021
Fully vaccinated people do not have to wear masks or maintain social distance indoors or outdoors, with some exceptions, the C.D.C. advised. Source: New York Times
Hindu Sect Is Accused of Using Forced Labor to Build N.J. Temple
By Gotham Rex on May 11, 2021
Federal agents descended on the massive temple in Robbinsville, N.J., as a lawsuit claimed low-caste men had been lured from India to work for about $1 an hour. Source: New York Times
Broadway Is Reopening. But Not Until September.
By Gotham Rex on May 5, 2021
Even as New York City begins to reopen this summer, Broadway will not resume performances until Sept. 14. Here’s why. Source: New York Times
How Scott Rudin Wielded Power in Show Business
By Gotham Rex on April 24, 2021
For decades, the producer has cultivated and castigated people at all levels of entertainment. Now his past is catching up with him. Source: New York Times
‘Bond Girl’ Talk and Groping: Albany’s Toxic Culture for Women
By Gotham Rex on April 12, 2021
As allegations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo put a new spotlight on sexual misconduct in New York’s capital, numerous women there described an enduring predatory and misogynistic environment. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Aide Says Governor ‘Groomed’ Her for Months Before Groping
By Gotham Rex on April 7, 2021
A woman who has accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of groping her in the Executive Mansion said that she warned him, “You’re going to get us in trouble.” Source: New York Times
How Essential Workers Who Shared Their Sundays With Us Are Doing, One Year In
By Gotham Rex on March 21, 2021
A nurse struggles with low morale; a waiter worries about a rush to normalcy; a respiratory therapist recovers from Covid, and more. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Faces New Claims of Sexual Harassment From Current Aide
By Gotham Rex on March 19, 2021
The aide, Alyssa McGrath, accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of ogling her body, remarking on her looks, and making suggestive comments to her and another woman in his office. Source: New York Times
Why Child Care Staff Had to Show Up While Teachers Worked Remotely
By Gotham Rex on March 19, 2021
The pandemic has spotlighted disparities in working conditions between child care workers and teachers. Source: New York Times
Why Al Franken Hovers Over the Debate About Cuomo’s Future
By Gotham Rex on March 15, 2021
When the Minnesota senator resigned, Democrats weighed how to handle sexual misconduct allegations. Now that conversation is evolving, with Gov. Andrew Cuomo at the center. Source: New York Times
Half of New York Voters Say Cuomo Shouldn’t Resign, Poll Shows
By Gotham Rex on March 15, 2021
A Siena College poll showed that more than a third of voters believed Gov. Andrew Cuomo committed sexual harassment, and a slight majority wanted “someone else” to run for governor next year. Source: New York Times