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June 20, 2024: Evening Roundup
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11 minutes
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Jun 20, 2024
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A new Siena College poll of registered voters finds that President Joe Biden’s lead in New York state is shrinking. Plus, New York City pools are set to open next week, but a lifeguard shortage could limit swimming access. And finally, WNYC’s Janae Pierre visits Pristine Jewelers, the go-to spot for hip hop stars like Fat Joe, Cardi B and DJ Khaled. Some of their works are on display at the American Museum of Natural History’s new exhibit, “Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip Hop Jewelry.”
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Jun 20, 2024
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September 26, 2023: Midday News: New Jersey Senator Corey Booker urges indicted Senator Robert Menendez to step down. Meanwhile, a NJ think-tank suggests that the state could address NJ Transit’s $1 billion deficit by maintaining a corporate tax surcharge. Also, the remnants of Hurricane Ophelia are expected to dissipate by evening, as per the National Weather Service. Finally, with the rise in remote work, the dynamics of New York City neighborhoods like Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn are evolving. Gone are the days of consistently packed subway cars during rush hour. But how has this shift impacted communities, especially when many now work from home? Jeffrey Lefrancois, chair of a Manhattan Community Board covering Hell’s Kitchen, Chelsea, and Clinton, and Gib Veconi, chair of Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Council, join us for a discussion on these changing neighborhood dynamics. by NYC NOW