Jami Floyd appears in the following:
After a Fatal Stabbing, Students and Parents Question a Bronx School's Safety
Thursday, September 28, 2017
The incident is renewing questions about whether metal detectors should be placed in schools.
Top Jersey City Officials Accidentally Recorded Themselves Allegedly Trying to Rig Bids
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
The allegations could cast shadows on the mayor's political star.
As Puerto Rico Reels, a New York Congresswoman Calls For Help
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Nydia Velazquez told WNYC that, first, the power grid needs to be restored in order for hospitals to provide necessary services. "If that is not a humanitarian crisis, what is?"
BX Native Cardi B's "Bodak Yellow" Tops Billboard 100
Monday, September 25, 2017
The Bronx-native is the first female rapper to reach number one with a solo since Lauryn Hill released "Doo Wop" 19 years ago.
Weekly Music Roundup: Balkan Brass Rap & "Loving Vincent"
Monday, September 25, 2017
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This week, a film score premiere, a Balkan brass band collaborates with an underground rapper, and a report from Chicago’s South Side.
The City Council Makes Moves to Strengthen Construction Worker Safety Training
Friday, September 22, 2017
After the deaths of two construction workers this week, the council is poised to pass strict new safety rules
As Blocks Multiply, a Patchwork Quilt of Politics Emerges
Friday, September 22, 2017
A Trump piñata, sea-level rise at the Jersey shore and the gentrification of Newark are just a few of the issues that come up among Voting Block participants.
Bloomberg Advances a Global Vision for America
Thursday, September 21, 2017
New York City's former mayor hosted the first-ever "Bloomberg Global Business Forum" as world leaders and CEOs gather in New York.
'The Deuce' Looks at Prostitution and Pornography in Times Square's Bad Old Days
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Co-creator David Simon talks about his inspiration for HBO's new show "The Deuce," starring Maggie Gyllenhaal and James Franco.
'I was an American Refugee': One Man's Story of 9/11 in Newfoundland
Monday, September 11, 2017
Kevin Tuerff was one of 6,500 airline passengers bound for the U.S. who were temporarily grounded in Newfoundland, Canada. His story was told in a Broadway show.
Weekly Music Roundup: Moses Sumney and Mexican Institute of Sound
Monday, September 11, 2017
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Week of Sept. 11, 2017: This week, a host of collaborations including Mount Kimbie & King Krule, Daniel Luppi, Karen O, & Parquet Courts, new Moses Sumney, & an ode to a T-shirt.
Fighting for Civil Rights Behind the Scenes
Monday, September 04, 2017
Often overlooked, Constance Baker Motley was an instrumental part of the Civil Rights Movement. A new books helps her take her rightful place.
The Ongoing Troubles of Kushner's 666 Fifth Avenue
Friday, September 01, 2017
A $1.2 billion mortgage payment is due in 18 months, and Kushner Companies has been searching for the money around the globe.
What's Next For Federal Flood Insurance? Expert Explains NFLIP Reform
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Professor Jay Feinman of Rutgers University says the indebted National Flood Insurance Program is important, but still far from perfect.
National Flood Insurance Is About to Expire. Here's What's Next
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Professor Jay Feinman of Rutgers University says the indebted National Flood Insurance Program is important, but still far from perfect.
The City That Never Sleeps Will Get a "Night Mayor"
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
The New York City Council has passed a bill to establish an "Office of Nightlife."
Spectrum Strike Hits Month Five, Leverage Remains Unclear
Monday, August 28, 2017
Almost 2,000 Spectrum cable technicians have been on strike for five months, but a CUNY labor sociologist says leveraging jobs may not be effective in the long run.
Weekly Music Roundup: Holiday Destination and "Surprise Yourself"
Monday, August 28, 2017
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Week of Aug. 28: This week, a Mary Epworth video premiere, Shilpa Ray's Heart Full of Dirt, Nadine Shah's Holiday Destination, & Game Of Thrones' favorite band. Oh yes- and Taylor Swift.
A Charlottesville Priest Goes from Protest to Pulpit
Friday, August 18, 2017
"In all my years in Virginia," says Rev. William Peyton, "I have never seen armed Nazis marching through the streets."
Prison Sentencing and 'The Real American Exceptionalism'
Thursday, August 17, 2017
One author says New York is making strides to reform prison education and rehabilitation, but that the United States still has a long way to go.
