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January 18, 2013 10:14 AM | Comments
MetroFocus looks at the recovery nearly 90 days after Superstorm Sandy, compares and contrasts two different state of the state addresses, and wishes Grand Central Terminal a happy birthday.VIDEO
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January 4, 2013 7:02 PM | Comments
MetroFocus follows the hurricane recovery money, checks in with a New Jersey school, and presents a Solutions Story on homeless youth.VIDEO
Tearing Down After Sandy. New York Times Video Still.
Erik Olsen for The New York Times  |  December 21, 2012 10:49 AM | Comments
On Dec. 20, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began demolishing houses severely damaged by Hurricane Sandy.VIDEO
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Jarrett Murphy for City Limits  |  December 20, 2012 11:00 AM | Comments
The shooting tragedy in Newtown has focused new attention on the issue of mental illness and guns. New York City and state have some of the toughest laws, but advocates still see flaws.VIDEO
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Bob Feinberg  |  December 20, 2012 4:00 AM | Comments
Neil Barsky’s documentary provides a sweeping yet personal cinematic portrait of the three-term mayor, Ed Koch.VIDEO
Team Rubicon Hug
Mustafa Hameed  |  December 20, 2012 4:00 AM | Comments
The disaster relief organization operated by military veterans used its skills to begin rebuilding in Rockaway Beach.VIDEO
Rafael Pi Roman MetroFocus Show
December 19, 2012 6:10 PM | Comments
An in-depth look at what happened when the power went out at New York hospitals, interviews with former Mayor Ed Koch and former Governor Christine Todd Whitman, and more.VIDEO
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December 19, 2012 6:00 PM | Comments
Pulitzer Prize-winner Dr. Sheri Finks writes for The New York Times and ProPublica, raising questions about care for vulnerable populations in hospitals and nursing homes.VIDEO
Bradley Beach Sand Dunes
December 19, 2012 4:00 AM | 1 Comment
Bradley Beach's sand dunes are credited with leaving its boardwalk and beachfront buildings largely intact.VIDEO
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December 19, 2012 4:00 AM | Comments
The former mayor shares his opinions of politicians and recounts his challenges and honors. VIDEO
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