Boroughs in Brief

Dec 11 2024 442 ep. 6 mins 137

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News and notes from New York City, covering all five boroughs in less than five minutes.

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NYC schools act ahead of Trump’s inauguration

Dec 11 2024 7 mins

Rival rallies over proposed relief of restrictions on Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms faced off at City Hall Park Monday, playing out a live debate in front of the home of the City Council that will ultimately have to pick a side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A $150M plan to transform 5th Avenue

Dec 10 2024 6 mins

Plus - Millions of New York state residents could receive “inflation refund” checks of up to $500. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mayoral candidates weigh in on freezing the rent

Dec 09 2024 7 mins

Plus: The State Comptroller’s Office is keeping tabs on City Hall — arguing in a new report released Friday the city should be more transparent about publishing data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 things to do in NYC this weekend

Dec 06 2024 6 mins

Plus - New York City and the federal government have approved construction to begin on the Port Authority Bus Terminal replacement in Midtown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024 Boroughs Holiday Guide: Ice Skating Rinks in NYC

Dec 05 2024 7 mins

Plus - The latest on Mayor Adams' new housing plan and Unsheltered Homeless Youth Population Doubled Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024 Boroughs Holiday Guide: Hanukkah and Kwanzaa in NYC

Dec 04 2024 7 mins

New York City sparkles during the holidays, with festive markets, iconic light displays and celebrations throughout the five boroughs. Whether you're ice skating at Rockefeller Center, shopping for unique gifts or enjoying cultural festivities, here’s your guide to reveling in the holiday spirit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024 Boroughs Holiday Guide: Holiday Light Shows

Dec 03 2024 7 mins

As the holiday season unfolds, New York City transforms into a dazzling wonderland of festive light displays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024 Boroughs Holiday Guide: Tree Lighting Ceremonies

Dec 02 2024 6 mins

Plus - Trader Joe's suing NYC wine shop for using 'Joe,' encroaching on its brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 things to do in NYC this weekend

Nov 28 2024 7 mins

Light shows, cemetery walks and a New York classic returns for the winter. Here is what to do this weekend in NYC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where to take your NYC holiday houseguest...

Nov 27 2024 7 mins

Plus - Governor Kathy Hochul signed several bills into law regarding public safety on the streets and anti-violence programs for youth, her office announced Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices