Boroughs in Brief

Boroughs in Brief

News and notes from New York City, covering all five boroughs in less than five minutes.

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July 11, 2025 8 mins
Plus - Eric Adams’ Chances of Getting Public Campaign Matching Funds Just Got Worse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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More than 250,000 people took THE CITY’s quiz that matched voters to candidates and converged on a decisive favorite — with some surprises along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In an appearance on CNBC, Adams said he has no intention of dropping out — arguing the former governor’s the one who should end his campaign so he can take on Mamdani on November 4th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The Democratic nominee has supported the transit project in the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In a record-breaking season for outside spending in a New York City election, the City Council saw the sharpest surge, driven by special interest groups and corporations pushing back on efforts to expand business regulations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The democratic socialist state Assemblymember from Queens is the Democratic nominee for mayor in a ranked-choice election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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June 16, 2025 5 mins
Plus, a bike lane comes down in Brooklyn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Plus - The City warns of parking meter scam involving fake QR codes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Review of billions of dollars in office space deals would move to the city comptroller, after an official close to Mayor Eric Adams attempted to steer a city agency to a political donor’s Wall Street building. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Organizers urged the mayor and city council to restore funding for the NYC Parks Department. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 23, 2025 5 mins
No plans this weekend? No worries. Its time to check timeout.com and find five things happening this weekend in New York City... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Federal transportation officials have launched an investigation into why a Mexican navy tall ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge in a collision that snapped the vessel's three masts, killed two crew members and left some sailors dangling from harnesses high in the air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Plus - New York City plans to open seven new public schools in fall 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Plus - Affordable Housing Lottery Chops Paperwork Pile for Apartment Applications Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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March 28, 2025 8 mins
Plus - A new study estimates that Payday Loan Apps Cost New Yorkers $500 Million. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Plus - A new report finds Manhattan's median rent hit a record high in February Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Plus - New York state Senate Democrats advance bills on workplace protections and wage theft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Plus - Judge sets Wednesday hearing in motion to dismiss case against Mayor Eric Adams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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January 24, 2025 7 mins
Plus - Can Midtown become the next FiDi? NYC looks to build housing in commercial district. The following comes from Gothamist and David Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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January 20, 2025 4 mins
A new study walks through the numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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