Richard Hake appears in the following:
Advisor for Sen. Cory Booker Gives First Hand Account of Impeachment Hearings
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Matt Platkin left his job to advise Senator Cory Booker during the impeachment proceedings.
ICE Detainees in Newark Allege Poor Medical Care and Mistreatment
Monday, January 27, 2020
More than a dozen detained immigrants have contacted WNYC to complain about prolonged illness and improper treatment at the Essex County jail.
How Much Is Your Vote Worth In The Democratic Primary?
Monday, January 27, 2020
While Iowans get to weigh in on the Democratic nominee next week, New Yorkers have to wait until the end of April. New Jersey voters have to wait until June.
Gov. Cuomo Plans to Cut Medicaid to Close the $6 Billion Budget Gap
Thursday, January 23, 2020
Cuomo made tackling the deficit one of the top goals for the next fiscal year.
Film Festival Shines Spotlight On 80 Years Of Black Women In Cinema
Thursday, January 16, 2020
A four week-long festival at the Film Forum in Manhattan features over 80 years' worth of black actresses and images in American movies.
A Marathon Final Legislative Day In Trenton
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
A look at what passed — and what didn't — on the long last legislative day in the New Jersey state house.
Week Ahead: January 13, 2020
Monday, January 13, 2020
In this week's look ahead: the Supreme Court takes on Bridgegate convictions, New York-born adoptees get to see their original birth certificates, and early voting sites.
Massive Waste: New York City Fails to Get a Handle on Trash
Friday, January 10, 2020
New York City's inability to reduce the millions of tons of trash people and businesses produce annually is having serious consequences.
The Atlantic City Boxing Match That Could Change The Sport For Women
Wednesday, January 08, 2020
If Claressa Shields beats former welterweight world champion Ivana Habazin, it could help push women's boxing into the mainstream.
New York City's Failure To Recycle Is Also A Trash Problem
Monday, January 06, 2020
New York City does not recycle as well as it could. That leads to trash overflow and outsourcing refuse to landfills in outside communities.
Desperately Seeking Pakistani Mangoes
Thursday, December 26, 2019
A delicacy from Pakistan has a devoted following in the U.S., but a lack of availability has led to some complicated sourcing strategies.
The End of an Era for Feminist Blogs
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
Feministing, which paved the way for many other feminist sites, will shutter in the new year.
Week Ahead: December 23, 2019
Monday, December 23, 2019
In this week's look ahead: the effect of New York's new bail laws, an increase in the minimum wage for both New York and New Jersey, and gizmos for European royalty.
City Officials Say Results of Yeshiva Investigation Are Coming Soon
Thursday, December 19, 2019
Two government watchdogs say "political horsetrading" between aides to the mayor and state lawmakers delayed initial findings. Yeshiva leaders also blocked access for years.
The "Stunning" Reinvention of Tekashi 6ix9ine
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
The rapper who joined a gang for the street cred turned federal witness is set to be sentenced.
Week Ahead: December 16, 2019
Monday, December 16, 2019
In this week's look ahead: the investigation into the Jersey City shooting continues, the City Council takes a look at police surveillance, and discovery reform takes effect next month.
It's Christmas Bird Count Time
Friday, December 13, 2019
The 120th annual Christmas Bird Count kicks off this weekend.
Repping the Shy, Quiet Black Girls Who Love to Read
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Vashti Harrison writes and illustrates books to inspire young readers — and to showcase a different version of blackness.
State Lawmakers Seek to Ban Virginity Exams
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Several New York lawmakers have proposed legislation to ban so-called virginity tests and strip medical licenses from any doctors who claim to perform them.
Michael Bloomberg Is Using An Unorthodox Campaign Strategy For His 2020 Bid
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
In just two weeks on the campaign trail, New York City's former mayor has already outspent his Democratic rivals in ad buys.
