The resignation of Dr. Oxiris Barbot, the commissioner since 2018, came after Mayor Bill de Blasio stripped her agency of a key virus tracing program. Source: New York Times
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These Remarks Might Get a Police Chief Fired. Not in New York.
By Gotham Rex on August 3, 2020
The police commissioner’s pointed criticism — and the fact that he still has his job — speaks to the mayor’s fraught relationship with the Police Department. Source: New York Times
On a Hot Day, 96,000 New Yorkers Are Asked to Conserve Power
By Gotham Rex on July 31, 2020
Over the past month, New Yorkers have been urged to limit air-conditioning use in an effort to prevent blackouts and brownouts. Source: New York Times
City Praises Contact-Tracing Program. Workers Call Rollout a ‘Disaster.’
By Gotham Rex on July 29, 2020
The contact tracers said the program was confusing and disorganized in its first six weeks, leaving them fearful that their work would not have an impact on the virus. Source: New York Times
Two Teenagers Are Among 8 Killed on Deadly Day in New York City
By Gotham Rex on July 27, 2020
The spate of shootings on Sunday came as the city wrestles with a spike in violence unlike anything it has seen in decades. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Seal, With a Native American in Loincloth, Faces Scrutiny
By Gotham Rex on July 27, 2020
Mayor Bill de Blasio said it was worth examining if the seal, which dates to 1914, “makes sense for the 21st century.” Source: New York Times
9-Day Waits for Test Results Threaten N.Y.C.’s Ability to Contain Virus
By Gotham Rex on July 23, 2020
“Honestly, I don’t even really see the point in getting tested,” said one New Yorker who has waited nearly two weeks, with still no results. Source: New York Times
This Hospital Cost $52 Million. It Treated 79 Virus Patients.
By Gotham Rex on July 21, 2020
Red tape and turf battles marked the race to create temporary hospitals for the coronavirus onslaught in New York. Source: New York Times
A New Sticker Aims to Signal Safe Dining in the Pandemic
By Gotham Rex on July 18, 2020
For a fee, the nonprofit Safe Eats will help restaurants with health guidelines and reassure customers. But so far, there’s no guarantee that members will follow the rules. Source: New York Times
New York City Eases Into Phase 4 of Reopening, but Indoor Limits Remain
By Gotham Rex on July 17, 2020
Monday brings a new stage of activity to the city, allowing some places to reopen outdoors, while many activities inside, like restaurant dining, will still be forbidden. Source: New York Times
Top N.Y.P.D. Chief Injured While Making Arrest at a Protest
By Gotham Rex on July 15, 2020
Terence A. Monahan, New York’s highest-ranking uniformed chief, was one of several officers who were attacked on the Brooklyn Bridge, officials said. Source: New York Times
Big New Obstacle for Economic Recovery: Child Care Crisis
By Gotham Rex on July 10, 2020
The decision to only reopen New York City’s public schools part time in September illustrates the looming threat to businesses. Source: New York Times
Occupy City Hall’s New Life as Homeless Camp: ‘Not Pretty All the Time’
By Gotham Rex on July 9, 2020
Organizers said they were helping vulnerable people. But nearby residents said the camp had turned into an unruly — and at times violent — shantytown. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Paints ‘Black Lives Matter’ in Front of Trump Tower
By Gotham Rex on July 9, 2020
The public art project was the latest battle in a feud between President Trump and Mayor Bill de Blasio. Source: New York Times
State Attorney General Calls for Stripping N.Y.P.D. Control From Mayor
By Gotham Rex on July 8, 2020
Citing police misconduct at protests, the attorney general said an independent panel should oversee the city police and hire the commissioner. Source: New York Times