Midday News: State of Emergency After Long Island Wildfires, NJ Hospital Redevelopment Faces Pushback, and NYC Still Feeling COVID’s Long-Term Effects

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"The basic premise of the event is that hunters hunt rattlesnakes from the surrounding environment all across West Texas, and bring them into the roundup for the weekend. And during the roundup, these snakes are kept in a pit and then, one by one, beheaded and skinned in front of in front of audiences." - Elizabeth MeLampy Elizabeth MeLampy is a lawyer dedicated to animal rights and protection, and her passion for this work shines through in her latest book, Forget the Camel, the Madcap World of Animal Festivals and What They Say About Being Human . To research the book, Elizabeth traveled across the country, immersing herself in a wide range of animal festivals — from the Iditarod dog sled race to the rattlesnake roundup in Sweetwater, Texas. Elizabeth examines these festivals as revealing microcosms of our broader relationship with animals. Whether it's rattlesnake hunts, frog-jumping contests, ostrich races, or groundhog celebrations, these events reflect the ways humans use animals to express cultural identity, community pride, and historical traditions. Yet beneath the pageantry and excitement lies a deeper question: Is our fascination with these spectacles worth the toll it takes on the animals involved? With compassion and insight, Elizabeth invites readers to consider whether there’s a more ethical and empathetic way to honor our stories — one that respects both animals and the traditions they inspire. Please listen, share and read, Forget the Camel. It will be released on April 8th, 2025. https://apollopublishers.com/index.php/forget-the-camel/…

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New York is under a state of emergency after wildfires scorched parts of the Pine Barrens region on Long Island over the weekend. Meanwhile, a plan to turn a historic but shuttered hospital in Orange, New Jersey, into apartments is facing opposition. Plus, five years after COVID-19 first shut down New York City, some aspects of life still haven’t returned to normal. WNYC’s Arun Venugopal discusses how the pandemic continues to shape daily routines in unexpected ways.

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Gov. Kathy Hochul met with President Donald Trump Friday at the White House. Plus, wet markets across New York City are back after Gov. Hochul closed them to contain the spread of bird flu. And finally, we reflect on what school closures looked like for New York City five years ago, at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.…

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Midday News: Federal Agents Search Columbia Dorms, City Investigates Bird Flu in Cats, Five Years Since NYC Schools Shut Down for COVID, and Civics Week Highlights Student Voices 11:24

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Federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security searched two Columbia University student residences Thursday night but did not make any arrests or seize any items. Meanwhile, the New York City health department is investigating two unrelated cases of house cats contracting bird flu. Also, we look back five years ago when schools across New York City shut down due to COVID-19. First Deputy Chancellor Dan Weisberg reflects on how the pandemic reshaped education. Plus, New York City Public Schools are celebrating Civics Week, encouraging students to use their voices for change, including speeches from young advocates like 7-year-old Rafael Serras of P.S. 41 in Bayside, Queens.…

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Morning Headlines: Bronx Stabbing Suspect Unfit for Trial, Measles Exposure Warning in Suffolk County, Mets Casino Plan Advances, and New Penn Station Redesign Proposal 11:31

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The man accused of fatally stabbing a 14-year-old in the Bronx has been deemed unfit to stand trial. Meanwhile, Suffolk County health officials have alerted 12 residents of potential measles exposure after a new case was reported this week. Also, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen’s $8 billion casino and entertainment complex near Citi Field cleared a key hurdle with City Council approval of necessary zoning changes. Plus, in this week’s transportation segment, we break down a new proposal to redesign Penn Station.…

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Evening Roundup: NYC’s Municipal IDs Become Easier to Get, Measles Case on Long Island, Maternal Mortality in the Bronx, and Civics Week Continues 9:46

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New York City residents will have more options to apply for municipal identification cards. Plus, a case of measles has been reported in Suffolk County. Also, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson pushes for more birthing centers in the area. And finally, a 5th grader learns how to advocate for change in his community.…

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Midday News: New York and New Jersey Sue U.S. Education Dept., NYPD Vet’s Troubling Record, Measles Case in Suffolk County, Trump’s Immigration Chief Visits Albany, and Former MTA Chief on Subway… 13:10

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New York and New Jersey are suing the U.S. Department of Education over planned staffing cuts that could slash the agency’s workforce in half. Meanwhile, a veterinarian hired by the NYPD has a history of poor record-keeping and dishonesty about his care of animals. Also, health officials in Suffolk County have confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated child, marking the third case in the state this year. Plus, during a visit to Albany, President Trump’s top immigration official, Tom Homan, was confronted by protesters over the arrest of Columbia University graduate, Mahmoud Khalil. Finally, former MTA Transit President Sarah Feinberg argues that New York leaders must tackle the subway’s deep-rooted problems rather than just celebrating its importance.…

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Morning Headlines: Trump Admin Seeks to Move Columbia Student Case, City Population Rebounds, Parents Push for Free Childcare, and Mayoral Candidates React to Grad Student's Detention 12:04

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The Trump administration wants to move Columbia University graduate and green-card holder Mahmoud Khalil’s deportation case out of New York City while he remains detained in Louisiana. Meanwhile, after a sharp decline during the pandemic, New York City’s population is growing again. Plus, parents are urging the Adams administration to expand free childcare to two-year-olds, arguing high costs are pushing families out of the city. Finally, Khalil’s detention is fueling political backlash over free speech concerns, as the city remembers a longtime civil rights leader.…

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Evening Roundup: Lawyers for Detained Columbia Grad Demand his Release, NY State Lawmakers Push Back on Hochul’s Budget, Chinatown’s Recovery Post-Pandemic, and TSA Finds a Turtle 10:52

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A detained Palestinian Columbia University graduate student appeared in court Wednesday, as lawyers aim to fend off the Trump administration's attempt to deport him. Plus, Gov. Hochul’s main budget proposals on rebate checks and banning cell phones from schools received pushback in Albany. Also, how New York City’s Chinatown has recovered since the COVID-19 pandemic, when xenophobia and racism against Asian Americans was at an all time high. And finally, TSA agents at Newark Airport detected a live turtle, concealed in a man's pants last week.…

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Midday News: NJ Officials Push Back on Affordable Housing, Brooklyn Shooting Investigation, Police Search for Queens Burglars, and St. John’s Basketball Heads to March Madness 6:40

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Local officials in more than 150 New Jersey towns say home builders shouldn’t dictate how much affordable housing they must develop, intensifying a statewide debate. Meanwhile, the NYPD is searching for a gunman who fatally shot a 21-year-old man at an auto shop in Brooklyn. Police are also searching for three burglars targeting businesses in Queens. Plus, the St. John’s University men’s basketball team is having its best season in decades. Now it's gearing up for the Big East Tournament and the NCAA tournament.…

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Morning Headlines: New Yorkers Struggle with Rising Food Prices, Plan to Rebuild Penn Station Features Classical Architecture, and Elizabeth Street Garden Faces Eviction 3:13

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New Yorkers say they’re cutting back on eggs and meat as food prices rise, with some falling into debt just to buy groceries. Meanwhile, a new proposal to rebuild Penn Station includes tearing down Madison Square Garden and constructing a new arena across Seventh Avenue, incorporating neoclassical elements favored by President Trump. Plus, the Elizabeth Street Garden in Lower Manhattan is facing another eviction notice as the city moves forward with plans to replace the space with affordable senior housing.…

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Evening Roundup: Why a Walkway at Columbia Is Drawing Scrutiny, Former Sen. Menendez Seeks a Pardon, and How a New Crop of Lawyers Is Using the Subway to Get Attention 9:12

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Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch says she does not believe a walkway at Columbia University needs to be closed because of apparent security concerns. Plus, a look at the effort by former Sen. Bob Menendez to win a pardon from President Trump. And finally, how a crop of new lawyers is vying for attention on the subway.…

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Midday News: Gov. Hochul Pitches Teachers on Phone Ban, NJ Transit Strike Averted, and Why a House in Park Slope Is Drawing So Much Attention 5:37

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Governor Hochul is pitching New York City teachers on her plan to restrict smartphones in schools. Plus, NJ Transit averted a potential strike by its locomotive engineers, as both sides reached a tentative contract agreement Monday. And finally, questions continue to swirl around a brownstone in Park Slope, Brooklyn, following a recent shooting. WNYC’s Ben Feurherd explains why.…

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Morning Headlines: Record-Low January Shootings, Teachers Union Pushes Back on Trump’s Education Plans, Correctional Officers Fired Over Strike, and Landmark Status Considered for Old Whitney Museum… 3:14

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Mayor Adams and NYPD officials say New York City recorded the fewest shootings in January and February since record-keeping began. Meanwhile, the head of the city’s teachers union is urging lawmakers to oppose President Trump’s education policies. Also, New York State’s corrections commissioner says the wildcat strike by correctional officers is officially over, with more than 2,000 officers fired for not returning to work. Plus, New York City is weighing landmark status for the former Whitney Museum building on the Upper East Side, known for its Brutalist design.…

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Evening Roundup: Gov. Hochul’s Favorability Drops, Truckers Use Queens Neighborhood as Parking Lot, NYC Mayoral Race and Civics Week 10:01

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A new Siena College poll shows nearly half of New York voters have an unfavorable view of Gov. Kathy Hochul. Plus, residents who live near JFK Airport say their neighborhoods are inundated with illegally parked trucks and other commercial vehicles. Also, the latest from a busy campaign weekend for those in the race for New York City mayor. And finally, students in New York City Public Schools share projects that encourage them to use their voices to advocate for changes in their communities.…

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Midday News: State of Emergency After Long Island Wildfires, NJ Hospital Redevelopment Faces Pushback, and NYC Still Feeling COVID’s Long-Term Effects 9:38

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