Morning Brief: September 6
WEATHER
A little cooler than yesterday, but still sunny, high of 71. [Full forecast]
NEED TO KNOW
Officials dismiss criticism of New York City's 911 response system. [New York Times]
Permits to buy handguns in New Jersey surged over the past year. [Wall Street Journal]
New York Rep. Michael Grimm withdraws his support for a military strike in Syria. [WNYC]
A new city survey touts that 95% of New York City parents are satisfied with the public school system. [Daily News]
SPORTS
Boston Red Sox at Yankees; 1:05 p.m.
Mets at Cleveland Indians; 6:05 p.m.
TODAY'S HISTORY
1952: Canada's first television station opens in Montreal.
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