Lee Hernandez appears in the following:
Amtrak Engineer Not On Phone At Time of Crash
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Investigators say the engineer driving an Amtrak train wasn't using his phone just before the train derailed in Philadelphia last month.
Feds Investigating Correction Union President
Wednesday, June 03, 2015
A subpoena obtained by the New York Times reveals a tangled web of power and money surrounding Norman Seabrook, head of the Correction Officers Benevolent Association.
City Prepares to Dump Rikers Health Provider
Tuesday, June 02, 2015
The city is terminating its contract with Tennessee-based Corizon, following a string of inmate deaths.
Staten Island DA Race Takes Shape
Tuesday, June 02, 2015
Republican Joan Illuzzi and Democrat Michael McMahon will vie for the seat vacated by now-Congressman Dan Donovan.
Politicians Keep Fundraising, Even Without Campaigns
Friday, May 22, 2015
It's not illegal. But it can be confusing.
Columbia Student Who Carried Mattress Everywhere Ends Protest
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Emma Sulkowitz lugged a mattress around campus for a year to protest the university's handling of her sexual assault complaint.
The Amtrak Engineer Who Was Behind the Controls
Friday, May 15, 2015
Brandon Bostian's friends described him as a life-long train enthusiast — a passion he eventually parlayed into a career.
The Big Tony Nomination Surprise
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
WNYC's theater critic looks at who made it — and who didn't.
Subway Ridership Hits 65-Year High
Monday, April 20, 2015
The MTA says 1.75 billion people rode the subway in 2014, and Brooklyn riders are leading the way.
The Bible and Pakistan in a Brooklyn Gallery
Sunday, April 19, 2015
A new show by art students features sculpture, painting and other media set around the theme of finding a sense of place connected to where the artists are from.
Report: State Senate Leader Dean Skelos and Son Under Investigation
Thursday, April 16, 2015
The New York Times reports that prosecutors and FBI investigators are looking into whether Skelos used his influence to award a contract to a company that employed his son.
Clearing Court Backlog is Next on Mayor's List of Rikers Reforms
Tuesday, April 14, 2015
Mayor de Blasio hopes to resolve long standing cases and institute better coordination between the city, courts and attorneys to create a smoother process.
NYPD Officer Caught on Video Shouting Profanities at Uber Driver
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
During a traffic stop on the West Side Highway, the officer can be heard on video mocking the driver and using profanity.
Comedy Central Picks New Host for 'The Daily Show'
Monday, March 30, 2015
Trevor Noah, a 31-year-old comedian from South Africa, will replace outgoing host Jon Stewart.
Winter Just Won't Quit
Friday, March 20, 2015
It's now officially spring, but you wouldn't know it. The New York metro area is expected to get as much as 6 inches of snow through Friday night.
City Housing Policy Reviewed For Possible Civil Rights Violations
Friday, February 20, 2015
At issue is the city's policy to put aside 50 percent of affordable housing units to people who already live in the neighborhood.
Christie's Luxurious Travel Often Paid for by Others
Tuesday, February 03, 2015
According to the New York Times, King Abdullah of Jordan paid $30,000 for Christie, his family and some aides to stay in a luxurious hotel at the end of a Middle East trip.
Ice on the Third Rail Strands 7 Trains
Monday, February 02, 2015
Service on the No. 7 subway line was halted Monday morning after a build up of ice cut power to the third rail.
Discord in Police Union Could Topple Lynch
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
A shoving match at a delegates meeting in Queens Tuesday night could point to bigger problems for PBA President Patrick Lynch.
Fire at Penn Station Disrupts LIRR Service
Tuesday, January 13, 2015
The FDNY says the fire, which is now under control, started near an underground construction site at Penn Station.
