The show, which just began previews on Tuesday, hopes to resume on April 8. Source: New York Times
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NYC Seeks to Keep Mask Mandate for Kids Under 5 as Cases Rise
By Gotham Rex on April 1, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement as a judge moved to strike down the requirement. Coronavirus cases are increasing again in New York, fueled by the Omicron subvariant BA.2. Source: New York Times
Covid Vaccines Did Not Protect Adolescents as Effectively During the Omicron Surge
By Gotham Rex on March 30, 2022
Hospitalizations of children remained comparatively rare, but vaccine effectiveness fell sharply among adolescents who did not have life-threatening Covid-19. Source: New York Times
Tourism Begins to Revive in New York, but Not Among Chinese
By Gotham Rex on March 30, 2022
Chinese tourists are still barred from traveling abroad. But city officials forecast a 70 percent increase in tourism in 2022, including 8 million visitors from abroad. Source: New York Times
Long Covid May Become a Crisis for Black Americans, Experts Say
By Gotham Rex on March 29, 2022
Many of the factors that led to higher rates of infection, hospitalization and death among Black Americans will likely lead to an over-prevalence of long Covid symptoms too, a new report found. Source: New York Times
From ‘Illegal’ Hotel to Housing for the Homeless on Upper West Side
By Gotham Rex on March 28, 2022
The Manhattan building used to attract tourists. But New York City officials hope its transformation is a road map for the city’s future. Source: New York Times
Inside New York City’s Decision to End Vaccine Mandate for Pro Athletes
By Gotham Rex on March 24, 2022
Owners and executives of some of the wealthiest sports franchises urged Mayor Eric Adams to allow unvaccinated athletes to play in New York. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C.’s New Subway Chief Comes From Boston and Doesn’t Own a Car
By Gotham Rex on March 23, 2022
Richard A. Davey, a former Massachusetts transportation secretary, will be the first permanent president of New York City Transit since the start of the pandemic. Source: New York Times
A judge on New York State’s highest court is unvaccinated and could be removed from the bench.
By Gotham Rex on March 22, 2022
Since September, court employees have had the chance to either get vaccinated or apply for a religious or medical exemption. Monday marked the end of the review process for those applications. Source: New York Times
Preschoolers Can Shed Their Masks, Mayor Adams Says
By Gotham Rex on March 22, 2022
New York City plans to end the mask requirement for the city’s youngest children on April 4 if coronavirus cases remain low. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Officials Say They Don’t Expect a Spike in BA.2 Cases, the Omicron Subvariant
By Gotham Rex on March 22, 2022
As BA.2 drives increased caseloads in some parts of Europe, New York officials don’t anticipate a “steep surge” but are watching the data closely. Source: New York Times
They Earn Tens of Thousands by Turning in Idling Trucks
By Gotham Rex on March 22, 2022
A New York City clean air program is providing a well-paid gig to “idling warriors” who blow the whistle on polluting vehicles. Source: New York Times
NY Officials Say They Don’t Expect a Spike in BA.2 Cases, the Omicron Subvariant
By Gotham Rex on March 21, 2022
As BA.2 drives increased caseloads in some parts of Europe, New York officials don’t anticipate a “steep surge” but are watching the data closely. Source: New York Times
Can Eric Adams Cheerlead New Yorkers Past the Pandemic?
By Gotham Rex on March 20, 2022
The mayor is singularly focused on bringing back New York City’s economy, now that coronavirus cases have dropped. Source: New York Times
Utility Bills Piled Up During the Pandemic. Will Shut-offs Follow?
By Gotham Rex on March 19, 2022
Moratoriums have expired on turning off utilities for customers who have failed to pay their bills, prompting fears that thousands could be left in the dark. Source: New York Times