Cleanup Crews in the Bronx Attempt to Clear City Streets After Hurricane Sandy
In the Fordham area of the Bronx, contractors and New York City sanitation officials scramble to clear the city streets of fallen debris, mainly trees.
Central Park Receives $100 Million Donation
The Central Park Conservancy has an additional $100 million to spend on maintaining Manhattan's largest green space.
Group Protests Against Credit Checks in Hiring Process
Some lawmakers and advocacy groups in New York City want to level the playing field in the job market.
Industry Sues Over NYC Sugary-Drinks Crackdown
Soft-drink makers, restaurateurs and other businesses are suing to block New York City's move to end the sale of super-sized, sugary drinks in many eateries.
World's Largest Meteorite Auction Comes to NYC
Group Faults Proposed Smoking Ban In NYC Park
The Hudson River Park Trust has proposed banning smoking in its five-mile-long riverfront park on Manhattan's west side, prompting a letter from a smoking rights group lawyer that says the trust lacks legal authority.
NYC Adding 5 New Homeless Shelters
New York City plans to open at least five new homeless shelters by the end of the year.
NYC Lawmakers Say More Diversity Needed in University Faculties
Some New York City lawmakers say they aren't pleased with the lack of diverse professors in universities across the city.
Revised Rules Reduce NYC Student Suspensions
