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New York Attorney General Opens Probe Into Fantasy Sports Websites
Wednesday, October 07, 2015
Action was prompted by reports a DraftKings employee may have had access to valuable company data before winning second place in a FanDuel contest.
N. Korea to Release Detained South Korean Student
Monday, October 05, 2015
North Korea told South Korea that it will repatriate Won Moon Joo, 21, at the border village of Panmunjom on Monday, Seoul's Unification Ministry said in a statement.
U.S. Hiring Slowed in September as Global Economy Weakened
Friday, October 02, 2015
The Labor Department said Friday that employers added just 142,000 jobs in September, depressed by job cuts in manufacturing and oil drilling.
Hurricane Threat Decreases, But City Is Ready
Friday, October 02, 2015
Joaquin is likely to miss New York City, but Mayor de Blasio says an unrelated storm system is expected to cause heavy rain in the coming days.
Tangled Web Surrounds United's Aborted Atlantic City Routes
Monday, September 28, 2015
United canceled routes to Atlantic City, but officials appointed by Gov. Chris Christie decided not to enforce a contract provision requiring the airline to repay lucrative incentives.
Donald Trump to Unveil Tax Plan Monday
Monday, September 28, 2015
The billionaire businessman is set to outline his much-hyped plan at a news conference Monday in New York.
House Speaker John Boehner to Resign in October
Friday, September 25, 2015
One lawmaker said that Boehner "just does not want to become the issue." Boehner, who took over the speakership in 2011, has served 13 terms in the House of Representatives.
Yankees Hall of Famer Yogi Berra Dies at 90
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
WNYC reporter Jim O'Grady, a lifelong baseball fan and word maven himself, has this remembrance of the quotable catcher.
James Blake and Mayor de Blasio Call Meeting Over NYPD Conduct 'Productive'
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
The former tennis star, who met Monday with Mayor de Blasio and NYPD Commissioner Bratton, said he hopes his mistaken arrest can be a catalyst for change.
Europe's Altice to Buy Cablevision for $17.7 Billion
Thursday, September 17, 2015
The European telecommunications and cable company Altice has agreed to buy the New York cable operator Cablevision as it expands into the U.S. market.
Carey Gabay, Aide to Governor Cuomo, Dies
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Gabay was shot during West Indian Day parade celebrations in Brooklyn.
Morning Delays on LIRR Following Freight Derailment
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Trains are operating on one of two tracks between Westbury and Hicksville. About a third of LIRR trains are being canceled this morning.
Why New Jersey’s Lottery Ticket Isn’t Winning
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Governor Christie promised a bigger cash haul for NJ's cash strapped government when he privatized the state's lottery system. Instead, it posted its worst return in 40 years.
Grand Jury Recommends Murder Charges in Hazing Death of Baruch Student
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
The panel recommended third-degree murder charges against the Pi Delta Psi fraternity and five students at Baruch College in the Dec. 8, 2013, death of Chun "Michael" Deng.
NYC Ends Consent Requirement For Circumcision Suction Ritual
Thursday, September 10, 2015
Mohels who perform an ultra-Orthodox Jewish circumcision ritual will no longer have to get parents to sign acknowledgements of potential health risks.
New York Philharmonic VP Exits for Handel & Haydn Society
Tuesday, September 08, 2015
The Handel & Haydn Society says David Snead, a vice president of the New York Philharmonic, has been appointed president and CEO of the Boston-based classical music organization.
Hollywood, Political Stars Usher In New Era for Colbert’s ‘Late Show’
Tuesday, September 08, 2015
Tuesday night's guests include George Clooney and Jeb Bush.
NYC's First Fan: A Ballgame With Mayor Bill de Blasio
Monday, August 31, 2015
Mayor Bill de Blasio went to a baseball game over the weekend. Actually, he went to all three games played between his beloved Red Sox and the Mets.
Remembering Dr. Oliver Sacks, an Inspiration and a Friend
Sunday, August 30, 2015
Dr. Sacks, the neurologist and best-selling author, died Sunday at 82. A longtime friend of Radiolab's, he spoke with Robert Krulwich in April about his life and those he loved.
Reporter, Cameraman Fatally Shot on Live Television
Wednesday, August 26, 2015
The two victims, identified as Alison Parker and Adam Ward, were employees of WDBJ-TV in Roanoke, Va.