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New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Hosted by Corey with the Story, New York City News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening across NYC with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, culture, public safety, and the stories shaping the city. From breaking headlines to neighborhood-level developments, the show keeps you informed on what matters most across the five boroughs. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, major city trends, and essential headlines—produced by AI

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2:01

Mamdani's Massive Hiring Challenge: 72K Resumes, 18K...

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdanis team is grappling with a colossal task: filling thousands of vacant city government positions amidst a deluge of seventy-two thousand resumes. A dedicated team of around one hundred staffers, backed by a three million dollar budget, is employing specialized software to manage the overwhelming volume of applications. The applicants, hailing from every zip code and representing diverse backgrounds, average twenty-eight years old, offering a mix of experienced professionals

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1:50

Adams' Farewell: A Time Capsule of His Mayoral Term

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Mayor Eric Adams concluded his term with a distinctive farewell at City Hall, emphasizing his administrations efforts to support working-class families and highlighting achievements beyond his recent indictment. He extended gratitude to his deputy mayors and buried an Adams administration time capsule, containing items like an asylum seeker ID, graduation tassel, and miniature Staten Island Ferry. The mayor is reportedly embarking on a personal trip to Mexico, leaving behind a legacy he hopes will

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2:23

Knicks vs Spurs: NBA Cup Final Showdown

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

The New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs are set to face off in the NBA Cup final, aiming for a trophy, bragging rights, and a substantial amount of money. This is the first time these franchises have competed for a trophy since the 1999 NBA Finals. The financial incentive is significant, with each player on the winning team receiving over five hundred thousand dollars. Both teams have impressive five-and-one tournament records and are eager to win, with players emphasizing the importance of this

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1:51

Lead in School Water: New York's Concern

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Lead Contamination in Long Island Schools: State Regulations and Accuracy ConcernsDozens of Long Island school districts have discovered lead in their drinking water, following a stricter state regulation. Over forty districts in Suffolk County and twenty in Nassau County tested positive for lead contamination. However, a discrepancy was found in the Connetquot district, where the superintendent challenged the states data, initially reporting all seventy schools as positive. The health department

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1:55

Farewell MetroCard: A Love Letter to NYC's Iconic...

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Farewell MetroCard: A Love Letter to New Yorks Iconic Transit Pass - The New York Transit Museum honors the retiring MetroCard with a special exhibit, celebrating its role in countless journeys and shared experiences. The distinctive card, introduced in 1994, is set to be phased out by December 31st, making way for the OMNY tap-to-pay system. The exhibit showcases early designs, limited-edition versions, and personalized cards, highlighting the MetroCards significance as a technological leap and a

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1:31

Man Jumps from Burning Building, Bomb Scare in Brooklyn

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

In Williamsburg, Brooklyn, a man critically injured himself jumping from a burning brownstone, while a subsequent investigation revealed non-threatening exercise weights, easing fears of a potential antisemitic attack.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:11

Midtown South Community Sues Over Rezoning

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Midtown South Community Council sues city over rezoning, alleging environmental law violations and insufficient affordable housing guarantees. The lawsuit challenges the citys win-win-win rezoning plan, which aims to create over nine thousand five hundred new homes, including affordable units, in a forty-two-block area between West Twenty-third and Fortieth Streets, and Fifth and Eighth Avenues. The group argues that the city failed to address major environmental problems and lacks strong guarantees

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2:17

NY State Energy Plan: Delayed Action for NYC

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

New York States new energy plan, aiming to meet power needs for the next fifteen years, includes continued reliance on fossil fuels, raising concerns for New York Citys green energy goals. The plan diverges from the states Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, favoring an all of the above energy strategy. This approach could lead to longer operation of gas-fired power plants in the city, making it harder for large buildings to reduce carbon emissions and keeping overall emissions higher

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1:48

Julie Menin Becomes NYC Council Speaker

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

City Councilmember Julie Menins rise to speaker of the chamber marks a new era in her public service career. With a diverse background in law, community board leadership, and city commission roles, Menin has successfully passed numerous bills, including the Office of Healthcare Accountability to address excessive hospital prices. Her legislative prowess and consensus-building skills have earned her the speaker position, setting the stage for her to guide future policy discussions and initiatives.DNN

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2:01

Danny Wolf: Brooklyn Nets' Rookie Sensation

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Danny Wolf, a rookie sensation, has been making a significant impact on the Brooklyn Nets since joining from the G-League. In his last six games, hes averaged nearly thirteen points, shooting forty-five point one percent from the field, and boasts an impressive eight point three net rating, the best among rookies. His strong defensive play, with a thirty-one point three percent defensive field goal percentage, has also caught the eye. Playing alongside experienced teammates like Nic Claxton, Michael

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2:14

Adams Buries Time Capsule, Highlights Achievements

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently buried a time capsule near City Hall, filled with mementos from his single term. The capsule, set to be unearthed in ten years, includes items like a miniature trash can, a drone, a prism, and a vinyl record highlighting his administrations achievements. Despite legal challenges, Adams emphasized significant public safety and housing accomplishments, such as record jobs, record homes, and record investments in homelessness. The ceremony took place before his

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1:33

NYC Council's Pay Raise Proposal Faces Criticism

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

The New York City Council faces backlash over a proposed 16% pay raise, with critics arguing it undermines public trust and sets a troubling precedent. The bill, introduced by Councilmember Nantasha Williams, aims to fast-track the increase, affecting city council members, the mayor, and other elected officials. Good government groups suggest a commission to study the issue instead, while others believe its necessary to attract a more diverse council. The debate rages on as the City Council weighs

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2:05

MTA Partners with Chase & Vornado for Grand Central...

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Grand Centrals Train Shed Reconstruction: A Public-Private PartnershipThe MTA has announced a significant expansion of its public-private partnership to rebuild and upgrade the train shed beneath Park Avenue, supporting Grand Central Terminal. JP Morgan Chase and Vornado Realty Trust will oversee construction, with Chase managing the section from East Forty-sixth to East Fiftieth Streets and Vornado handling East Fiftieth to East Fifty-third Streets. The project, estimated at one billion dollars,

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1:48

Jury Acquits Ex-NYPD Officer in Assault Case

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Jury acquits former NYPD officer in assault case, sparking debate on police use-of-force protocols.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:26

2 Arrested in Times Square Murder

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Two men, Paul Ohore and Alagie Jatta, have been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the deadly stabbing of Daevon Silva in Times Square last month. The incident, which occurred on November 24th, resulted in Silvas death after he was beaten and stabbed multiple times. Authorities believe the attack may have been retaliatory, stemming from an earlier feud over a car loaned out by Silva. The search for the third attacker continues, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact

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1:50

NY Settles with Kia & Hyundai for Car Theft...

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

New Yorks Attorney General announces a significant settlement with Kia and Hyundai over car thefts. The agreement addresses the lack of anti-theft technology in their vehicles, contributing to a surge in thefts. The settlement provides $9 billion in total, with New York receiving over $220,000. Kia and Hyundai are now required to install proper anti-theft measures in all new vehicles. Drivers who experienced thefts after a software update can claim compensation. This action aims to hold

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1:24

Bronx Men Charged in Times Square Murder

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

Two men from the Bronx, Paul Ohore and Alagie Jatta, have been arrested and charged with murder following a fatal stabbing near Times Square. The victim, Daevon Silva, was attacked during a group fight and later died at Bellevue Hospital. The incident may have been an act of retaliation, and the investigation is ongoing.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:10

Adams' Time Capsule: A Look Back at His Mayoral Term

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

New York City Mayor Eric Adams reflects on his term, highlighting successes like decreased crime and housing rezoning, while acknowledging controversies. He buries a time capsule symbolizing his administration, and hints at a potential private sector role. Adams first chief of staff praises his leadership, as Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani prepares to take office.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:47

Hochul's Dilemma: NY's Medical Aid in Dying Act

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is poised to make a pivotal decision on the Medical Aid in Dying Act before the New Year. This bill, if signed, would legalize physician-assisted suicide for terminally ill patients with six months or less to live. The legislation has sparked intense debate, with supporters advocating for a dignified end to suffering and opponents warning of potential misuse and a slippery slope towards broader euthanasia. A Manhattan resident, Robin, shared her personal experience,

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1:49

MTA's New Anti-Fare Evasion Measures

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily... ·

2025/12/17

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is bolstering its anti-fare evasion measures by installing spikes and half-moon-shaped plastic paddles on nearly every subway station turnstile. These new devices have shown a significant reduction in fare beating, with a drop of up to sixty percent in stations where theyve been installed. The MTA plans to equip an additional one hundred twenty-nine stations with these features, spending seven point three million dollars on these upgrades. This is part of a

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