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NY Corruption Scandals Raise Questions About Transparency and Reform

Two separate cases involving bribery and corruption resulted in arrests of politicians.

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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
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December 19, 2012 6:00 PM | Comments
A temporary animal shelter may be a solution for residents who won’t evacuate without their pets.VIDEO
Coney Island Hospital
Rick Karr for MetroFocus  |  December 19, 2012 6:00 PM | Comments
What happened when the power went out at New York City hospitals? Reporter Rick Karr visits Coney Island Hospital, where almost two months after the storm, services are limited.VIDEO
Holiday gift-giving. Flickr/akiko@flickr
Christina Knight  |  December 19, 2012 5:04 PM | Comments
In this season of giving, here are ways to make a present of time, gifts or funds through groups and agencies serving Hurricane Sandy victims.
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Beth Garbitelli  |  December 19, 2012 4:00 AM | 1 Comment
Hospitals emergency plans don't regulate generator and circuitry placement, and moving some patients is seen as life-threatening itself. 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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