Congressional losses in New York could be the deciding factor on whether Democrats keep the House. Source: New York Times
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Hochul Wins, but It’s No Cakewalk
By Gotham Rex on November 9, 2022
The Democrat’s campaign will be analyzed and criticized, but she emerged as the first woman to be elected to the governorship in New York State. Source: New York Times
Why the 92nd Street Y Hired a Rabbi
By Gotham Rex on November 8, 2022
With antisemitism on the rise, the cultural institution decided to more fully embrace its Jewish identity. Source: New York Times
A History of Doo-Wop Emerges From Sandy Wreckage
By Gotham Rex on November 7, 2022
Kenny Vance’s home in the Rockaways was damaged by the hurricane 10 years ago. But he was able to save some precious footage. Source: New York Times
This Sunday, the Marathon’s Back in Full Swing
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2022
After a pandemic limitation last year, the marathon expects 50,000 runners, and soon, a new leader will take over Road Runners, which organizes the race. Source: New York Times
On the Ballot: Clean Air, Clean Water, Green Jobs
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2022
A $4.2 billion bond issue would help equip state infrastructure to face an era of climate change. Source: New York Times
When Picasso Created an Image of Notre-Dame, All in Glass
By Gotham Rex on November 1, 2022
The “gemmail” — a glass mosaic — will go on the auction block with an estimate of at least $1 million. Source: New York Times
Halloween’s a Big Day for Off Broadway Sendup of ‘Stranger Things’
By Gotham Rex on October 31, 2022
Jonathan Hogue, a writer who loves parody, didn’t enjoy Halloween as a child. The haunted houses were too scary. Source: New York Times
The Scars of Hurricane Sandy, 10 Years Later
By Gotham Rex on October 28, 2022
Debbie Ingenito is still living with the storm’s aftermath. A box of Christmas ornaments helps her remember. Plus, early voting soon begins in New York. Source: New York Times
The Challenge of Educating New York’s 104,000 Homeless Children
By Gotham Rex on October 27, 2022
The number of homeless students is rising, especially in Queens, where families have lost jobs during the pandemic. Source: New York Times
The Hochul-Zeldin Debate: A Combative Clash
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2022
Representative Lee Zeldin painted a bleak portrait of New York, while Gov. Kathy Hochul stressed her rival’s anti-abortion stance and his support for Donald Trump. Source: New York Times
He’ll Use His $200,000 Prize to Fight for Children
By Gotham Rex on October 25, 2022
David Shalleck-Klein, who runs the Family Justice Law Center, is one of five New Yorkers to win a prize for city “change makers.” Source: New York Times
The Migrant Crisis, Eric Adams and Politics 101
By Gotham Rex on October 24, 2022
The mayor, criticized by the City Council and advocates, says he is “in the arena” every day trying to address the influx of migrants. Source: New York Times
Would a Casino Be Good for Times Square?
By Gotham Rex on October 21, 2022
The Broadway League opposes a proposal to open a Caesars Palace in the area, but developers are trying to line up restaurants and unions to lobby for it. Source: New York Times
The Day I Stood in the Path of a Driverless Bus
By Gotham Rex on October 20, 2022
The Port Authority is testing electric vehicles with no driver for possible use at airports. It turns out they do stop if a pedestrian is in a crosswalk. Source: New York Times