An influential hotel workers’ union is flexing its power at a key moment in the city’s recovery, affecting major projects from casinos to homeless shelters. Source: New York Times
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Wagner Park, a Haven in Lower Manhattan, Could Soon Be Demolished
By Gotham Rex on October 21, 2022
A resiliency plan would tear down Wagner Park in Lower Manhattan and rebuild it on higher ground, but some residents say it goes too far. Source: New York Times
Is New York City Finally Returning to the Office?
By Gotham Rex on September 16, 2022
With rising subway ridership and office occupancy, the city’s post-Labor Day return has offered early signs that New York may finally be turning over a new chapter in its recovery. Source: New York Times
New York City Helicopter Noise Complaints Tripled During Last Year
By Gotham Rex on October 21, 2021
Complaints about commercial helicopters have soared in the last year, as the pandemic changed the rhythms of New York City and the people who live here. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers Rush to Get Vaccine After Eligibility Expands
By Gotham Rex on February 15, 2021
The first of four million newly qualified people were vaccinated around the city and state on Monday, but many are still struggling to get an appointment. Source: New York Times
After Unused Vaccines Are Thrown in Trash, Cuomo Loosens Rules
By Gotham Rex on January 10, 2021
Now, employees who interact with the public, including pharmacy cashiers, qualify. It was the second time in two days that the state amended its rules. Source: New York Times
8 Months After Virus Hit, an Ominous Sign: Long Lines for Testing Again
By Gotham Rex on November 13, 2020
As the outbreak surges around the country, the testing delays show the basic public health challenges that the country still faces. Source: New York Times
Second Coronavirus Wave in NYC: Is it Starting?
By Gotham Rex on November 10, 2020
There’s an alarming trend in the city: Coronavirus cases are on the rise as winter nears. The mayor is warning of tighter restrictions. Source: New York Times
Virus Cases Spike Again in N.Y.C. as New Restrictions Are Considered
By Gotham Rex on November 9, 2020
The surge could threaten the city’s halting recovery, including its success at reopening public schools and allowing limited indoor dining. 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