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NYC Cracking Down on Drivers Who Block the Box

March 05, 2018|Rowan Hornbeck

The NYPD and Department of Transportation are cracking down on drivers who stop in intersections or "block the box".

The Sole of NYC

February 28, 2018|George Bodarky

New Yorkers are known for pounding the pavement to get what they want. But, you can't pound the pavement without a good pair...

Pure Bronx

February 26, 2018|Robin Shannon

Fordham Conversations Host Robin Shannon and Fordham Professor Dr. Mark Naison take a literary trip through the gritty...

NYC Council Takes Up Sexual Harassment Policies

February 26, 2018|Hailey Morey

New York City Council doesn't have a policy that tracks sexual harassment claims across city agencies. WFUV'S Hailey Morey...

National Park Advocates Demand Federal Money To Fix Historical Sites

February 21, 2018|Natalie Migliore

More than 200 years of American History could come crumbling down if it does not receive serious attention. 

Well, Hello, Dolly!

February 21, 2018|George Bodarky

(Photo Courtesy: Tonner Doll Company)

In today’s digital age, dolls might not be the flashiest toy on the market, but they...

Understanding Social Stigma

February 20, 2018|Robin Shannon

Social Stigma can take on many forms.  It may be an unpleasant remark, a strange look or even the refusal of employment. ...

Gov. Cuomo Announces Smart Street Lighting NY Program

February 19, 2018|Ben Adducchio

Governor Cuomo announced today 500,000 street lights across New York state will be updated to LED technology by 2025.

It's...

Brooklyn Farmacy and Soda Fountain: A Prescription for a Good Ol' Time

February 15, 2018|Olivia Cancellieri

The Modern Appeal of Jane Austen

February 15, 2018|Robin Shannon

Jane Austen’s novels are still intriguing modern day audiences, over 200 years after they were penned.

Fordham Conversations...

NYC Mayor and City Council Agree: Close Rikers Island.

February 14, 2018|Benedict Carrizzo

Mayor De Blasio and the City Council have reached an agreement to move forward with a plan to close Rikers Island. As WFUV's...

Yiddish Language and Theater in NYC

February 14, 2018|George Bodarky
 
If you spend any time in New York City, you no doubt have heard some Yiddish spoken on the street, or at least in the bagel...

NY AG Schneiderman Sues Weinstein Company

February 12, 2018|Andrew Seger
The New York State Attorney General is suing the Weinstein Company.
 
Eric Schneiderman announced the lawsuit after four...

Country's Oldest Nuclear Plant Closes

February 08, 2018|Jonathan Woodward

The oldest nuclear power plant in the United States closed a year ahead of schedule. WFUV's Jonathon Woodward has more. 

Gov. Malloy Delivers State of the State Address

February 08, 2018|Jonathan Woodward

Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy delivered his State of the State Address, focusing on gender equality issues. WFUV's...

From Lock Up to Lunges: Former Drug Kingpin Becomes Fitness Entrepreneur

February 07, 2018|George Bodarky

When Coss Marte went to prison in 2009, he was faced with not one, but two big challenges: lose weight and discover a...