Health experts say that people in the hot spot, which includes cities like Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse, should be increasing their precautions. Source: New York Times
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The Coronavirus Has Infected More Than Half of Americans, the C.D.C. Reports
By Gotham Rex on April 26, 2022
But prior infection does not guarantee protection from the virus, officials said, and Americans should still get vaccinated and boosted. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. School Employees, Accused of Faking Vaccine Proof, Are Put on Leave
By Gotham Rex on April 22, 2022
Since September, the department has required all employees to provide proof of vaccination. Source: New York Times
Tony Award Nominations Postponed Because of Coronavirus Delays
By Gotham Rex on April 22, 2022
The nominations will now be announced May 9, but the awards ceremony will remain, as scheduled, on June 12. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Cases Rise, but Hochul Says Hard to Know What Form It May Take
By Gotham Rex on April 20, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul warned that the state could be seeing the beginning of another spike in coronavirus cases, this one driven by two new versions of the Omicron variant. Source: New York Times
What Happens When New York’s Covid Alert Level Moves to Medium Risk?
By Gotham Rex on April 20, 2022
The city will reach a yellow or medium risk level if new cases surpass 200 a week for every 100,000 residents. Here’s what that would mean. Source: New York Times
Why New York’s a Lonely Town, Especially Since Covid
By Gotham Rex on April 20, 2022
We are still learning what the effects of prolonged isolation could be in a city where a million people live alone. Source: New York Times
NYC Subways, Buses and Taxis Are Still Requiring Masks
By Gotham Rex on April 19, 2022
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority doubled down on its mask mandate for subways, buses and commuter rail, as airlines lifted their requirements. Source: New York Times
NYC’s Alternate-Side Parking Ritual Is Back. Cue the Outrage.
By Gotham Rex on April 19, 2022
New York City says that drivers will have to move their cars twice a week again so that dirty streets can be swept clean. Source: New York Times
DJ Kay Slay, Fiery Radio Star and Rap Mixtape Innovator, Dies at 55
By Gotham Rex on April 18, 2022
The one-time graffiti artist and New York D.J. for Hot 97 was known for breaking artists and stoking beefs that gave fuel to the careers of Nas, Jay-Z, 50 Cent and more. Source: New York Times
When Covid Enters the House, What Should We Do?
By Gotham Rex on April 17, 2022
When someone in the family tests positive for the coronavirus, there are some guidelines to follow. Source: New York Times
Electric Cargo Bikes Rise as a Popular Option for NYC Families
By Gotham Rex on April 15, 2022
Electric cargo bikes have become a popular way for parents to ferry their children to school and play dates, even if it means navigating city traffic. Source: New York Times
‘Macbeth’ Plans to Restart Broadway Performances on Tuesday
By Gotham Rex on April 13, 2022
The shows are facing challenges as new coronavirus cases rise in New York City, though the average number of new cases remains far lower than during the winter Omicron peak. Source: New York Times
Mayor Eric Adams says New York City will not surrender to the ‘violent few.’
By Gotham Rex on April 13, 2022
Mr. Adams, a former police captain who ran on a public-safety message, recommitted to his anti-gun agenda in a speech on Tuesday night. Source: New York Times
The Ups and Downs of Remote Work in New York
By Gotham Rex on April 12, 2022
People like working in their pajamas. But when employees don’t return to office, the city economy feels the pain. Source: New York Times