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House votes for possible TikTok ban in the US, but don't expect the app to go away so soon
The House passed legislation Saturday that would ban TikTok in the United States if the popular social media platform’s China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake within a year, but don’t…
Happy 4/20: Where to find free or discounted food in NYC on April 20
It’s high time you treated yourself to a snack, don’t you think?
60 hours of chess in Times Square may have set a record, but is already a win
A Nigerian chessmaster’s worst fear was the 2 a.m. cold, but he did it to spread chess around the world.
CUNY Law finds graduation venue at Apollo Theater after months of searching
Plans for the event, as well as a new federal complaint from pro-Palestinian students, shows last year's controversy over a speaker's criticism of Israel is far from over.
Tax refund 2024: Smart ways to spend your check, according to experts
If you beat the tax filing deadline and managed to get a refund as well, you may be wondering what to do with the sudden influx of cash.
Knife-wielding man shot and killed by police in Queens
QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) — A man allegedly holding a woman at knife-point was shot and killed by police in Queens Saturday, authorities said. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. on the corner of …
Man dies after setting himself on fire outside Trump trial courthouse
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) — A man has died after setting himself on fire outside the Lower Manhattan courthouse where former President Donald Trump is on trial, authorities said. The man, …
Earth Day in NYC: 53 Streets shut Saturday for shows, art installations and fun
It’s the city’s largest Earth Day celebration to date — with a record 53 streets guaranteed to be car-free from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 20
Randy Mastro fought for Giuliani, Big Oil and Chris Christie. Can he become NYC’s top lawyer?
Adams has yet to officially appoint Mastro, which would set up a potentially bruising confirmation battle with the City Council.
Mayor Adams restores early childhood education funding after parent backlash
Adams said his administration had restored a half-billion dollars in funding to the education budget. But the department still faces a remaining fiscal cliff of $500 million.
NJ hosts special prom night for adults with developmental disabilities
PARK RIDGE, NJ (PIX 11) — Adults living with intellectual disabilities in Bergen County were treated to an experience they will never forget, as they danced the night away at their very own p…
Man who allegedly shot Bronx boy day before his birthday faces attempted murder: DA
BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) – A man who allegedly shot and injured a little boy in the Bronx has been charged with attempted murder and a slew of other charges, Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark announc…
Brooklyn’s SUNY Downstate hospital saved from closure until at least 2025
Lawmakers rejected Gov. Hochul's proposal to close the facility and replace it with an outpatient clinic.
Early Addition: Here's how the Trump jurors say they get their news in the morning
Because somehow no Early Addition readers made the final cut, here are your early links: Bronx Zoo turns 125, Bo Dietl keeps cursing, Justin Bieber wore two pairs of sweatpants at once and more.
Students demand more access to journalism at NYC public schools
Student journalism opportunities at New York City’s public schools tend to be limited to whiter and more affluent schools – and a group of kids wants to change that.
MTA struggled to answer questions about congestion pricing tolls 5 years in the making
The MTA had difficulty saying whether drivers on the Brooklyn Bridge would be tolled if they went to the FDR Drive going in either direction. At one point, different MTA officials gave different answers.
