The state attorney general, Letitia James, said the Cuomo administration likely omitted thousands of Covid-19 deaths of nursing home residents. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)”
Will Indoor Dining Resume at City Restaurants?
By Gotham Rex on January 28, 2021
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said the virus “holiday surge” was beginning to recede, which meant that relaxed restrictions were being considered. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers Can’t Find Parking. For Bikes.
By Gotham Rex on January 27, 2021
The uptick in cycling during the pandemic has shined a light on the problem. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C.’s Bike Parking Problem: 1.6 Million Riders and Just 56,000 Spots
By Gotham Rex on January 26, 2021
During the pandemic, bicycling boomed, leaving many cyclists to lock and park their bikes wherever they can. Source: New York Times
N.J. Teacher's Union Steps In and Delays School Reopening
By Gotham Rex on January 25, 2021
Students didn’t return to elementary schools in Montclair, N.J., as planned after a tense week of debate and a boycott of prep sessions by some educators. Source: New York Times
The Unrelenting Spread of the Virus in Dozens of ZIP Codes
By Gotham Rex on January 25, 2021
The scramble to vaccinate New Yorkers has not yet had a significant impact on rising rates of positive tests in many city neighborhoods. Source: New York Times
It’s 30 Degrees. Shall We Have Brunch Outdoors?
By Gotham Rex on January 24, 2021
It’s winter, and the pandemic is going strong. But die-hard New Yorkers still want to meet up with friends for a meal. Source: New York Times
Do Curfews Slow the Coronavirus?
By Gotham Rex on January 23, 2021
A restriction more often used in natural disasters, or to quell unrest, has never been tested against a pathogen like the virus. Source: New York Times
54 Zip Codes in NYC Have Positive Coronavirus Test Rates Over 10%
By Gotham Rex on January 22, 2021
As the focus turns to vaccinations, the virus continues to spread, leaving health experts to wonder if officials will mull new steps and restrictions. Source: New York Times
Strike at Largest U.S. Wholesale Produce Market Threatens Supply Chain
By Gotham Rex on January 22, 2021
Six workers at Hunts Point Market died from Covid, and hundreds fell ill. They say they deserve higher wages after risking their health to supply New York City with food. Source: New York Times
‘The Word of the Year Is Fluid’: The Pandemic Brings a New Teaching Style
By Gotham Rex on January 21, 2021
Like many districts nationwide, schools in Edison, N.J., are struggling to make hybrid instruction work. Source: New York Times
‘Notorious’ Port Authority Bus Terminal May Get a $10 Billion Overhaul
By Gotham Rex on January 21, 2021
After years of study and debate, there is finally a proposal to rebuild the Midtown Manhattan eyesore from the ground up. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Is Days Away From Running Out of Covid Vaccines
By Gotham Rex on January 20, 2021
“We will have literally nothing left to give as of Friday,” Mayor Bill de Blasio said. The next shipment is expected on Tuesday. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang Is Quarantining After Aide Tests Positive for Virus
By Gotham Rex on January 19, 2021
Mr. Yang, who had been vigorously campaigning for New York City mayor, will halt all in-person events. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Transit Postpones 4% Fare Hike, Hoping for Federal Rescue
By Gotham Rex on January 19, 2021
The cash-strapped agency is delaying the increase amid pressure from advocates and elected officials who say the change would hurt essential and low-wage workers. Source: New York Times