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Volunteer lawyers and the Legal Aid Society make sure storm relief arrives where it's needed most.
In 1987, cyclists overturned a ban on bikes in Midtown Manhattan, and their action led to increased cycling advocacy. On September 28 they’re celebrating the anniversary in the streets.
VIDEOMetroFocus speaks with City Limits Editor-in-Chief about whether Mayor Bloomberg's national campaign against gun violence is having an effect.VIDEO
On the next MetroFocus: Gun violence, and interviews with the former NYC Parks Commissioner, Israel's Consul General and New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof.VIDEO
The analysis broke down graduation rates by race and country of origin, and looked at students who were discharged vs. those who dropped out.
JCOPE votes to broadly investigate the Assembly's handling of Vito Lopez's sexual harassment scandal.VIDEO
Documents reveal tense negotiations between housing officials and Ratner over the affordable housing in the first Atlantic Yards residential tower.
How do you reduce noise in one of the loudest cities in the world?
After two Supreme Court decisions clarifying the right to bear arms, many thought New York state and city gun restrictions would be the next target. So far, challenges have been few.
The 78th Precinct's borders will soon expand to include the home of the Brooklyn Nets and major arena events, and neighbors have opening night jitters.
