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MTA Contingency Plans in Case of LIRR Strike
On its website and in a press release Friday, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority listed contingency plans in the event of a Long Island Rail Road strike.
Money Advantage Could Be the Difference in State Democratic Primaries
With two rival Democratic factions in the state Senate vowing to work together and form a majority next year, party leaders are looking ahead to the November elections, but some primaries could greatly determine the makeup of that new majority, and the money advantage in some races could be the difference.
Still No Contract as LIRR, Unions Talk Again
In-person talks between the Long Island Rail Road unions and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority concluded Wednesday evening without a deal.
Violence Continues to Escalate Between Israel, Palestine After Cease-Fire Attempt Fails
Violence between Israel and Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip continued to escalate Wednesday, a day after a cease-fire attempt failed.
Brooklyn Week: Bushwick Works to Hold On to Cultural Identity
Community leaders in Bushwick are trying to preserve the neighborhood's cultural identity.
Report Shows Drop in Con Ed Greenhouse Gas Emissions
In the company's 2013 sustainability report, Con Edison says since 2005, they've reduced their carbon dioxide emissions by 43 percent.
Parenting: Recommended Reading with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams offered up some recommended reading picks to NY1 parenting correspondent Shelley Goldberg.
Diet Can Make or Break Your Acid Reflux
What foods cause acid reflux and what foods can help prevent it?
Bronx Teen Accused of Stabbing Classmate to Death Not Bullied on School Grounds, Report Says
A new report says the Bronx teen accused of stabbing and killing his classmate in June was not bullied on school grounds.
NY1 From the Floor PM: Intel Shares Rally 9 Percent on Its Quarterly Numbers
NY1 wraps up the day on Wall Street from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.
Woman Who Sent Ricin-Laced Letters to Obama, Bloomberg Gets 18 Years
The Texas woman who sent ricin-laced letters to President Barack Obama and former mayor Michael Bloomberg back in June 2013 was sentenced Wednesday to 18 years in prison.
'Rocky' Musical Closes After 188 Shows
It's a knock out punch for the Broadway musical "Rocky," as it sets to close on August 17.
Reverse Commuters Say LIRR Strike Would Be Especially Tough
So far, the MTA's contingency plan for a possible LIRR strike focuses on those who head in and out of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens during the morning and evening rush, leaving those who are headed in the opposite direction without many options.
Mayor, Volunteers Inform New Yorkers About Paid Sick Leave
Mayor Bill de Blasio joined other officials and volunteers Wednesday morning to spread the word to workers and employers that those covered by the new paid sick leave law can begin using their accrued days at the end of the month.
NY1 Online: The Call 7/15/14
Ruschell Boone hosts the July 15, 2014 episode of The Call.
City Zoos Celebrate World Snake Day
The Wildlife Conservation Society is encouraging New Yorkers to slither over to any of the city's four zoos in celebration of World Snake Day Wednesday.
Kissinger, 91, Recovering From NYC Heart Surgery
Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger is recovering after undergoing an aortic valve replacement procedure Tuesday in Manhattan.
NY1 From the Floor AM: Apple, IBM Joining Forces in Business App Venture
NY1 previews the day on Wall Street from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.
In The Papers 7/16/14
NY1 takes a look at what's in today's New York City newspapers.
NY1 ItCH: It's Time for Cuomo to Own a Railroad
Bob Hardt's daily look "Inside City Hall."
