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Lyft and Citi Bike Stand With the Protesters—Just Not Past 6pm
As cities enact curfews, public bikes and scooters could easily stay in service. Instead, companies are taking a side that hurts protesters and essential workers.
NYC Mayor Blames Protesters for Cops Who Drove SUVs Through a Crowd of People
“It’s inappropriate for protesters to surround a police vehicle and threaten police officers. That’s wrong on its face.”
You Can Now ‘Self-Swab’ for Coronavirus in New York City
The new spit-swab test will protect medical workers and save personal protective equipment from contamination.
Trying to Maintain Social Distancing on New York City Sidewalks? Good Luck.
Many New York City sidewalks don’t have enough space to practice social distancing. City Hall says that’s our problem, not theirs.
De Blasio Could Save Lives by Closing New York City’s Streets. Why Won’t He?
We need to practice social distancing. The city's parks and sidewalks are crowded. The streets are empty. You'd think this would be an easy one.
New York City Declares a State of Emergency as Coronavirus Cases Nearly Double in a Day
The city has confirmed COVID-19 cases in all five boroughs and is predicting it could have 1,000 cases by the end of next week.
Thank You, Bill de Blasio, for Finally Standing Up to Churro Ladies
Today, they are churros. Tomorrow, it could be carrot cake, or banana pudding, or even Tiramisu.
Bill de Blasio Just Lost the Presidential Race to 'Other'
The mayor of New York was polling at 0% in his own city. The choice of "other" was polling at 1%.
The Cop Who Killed Eric Garner Just Got One Step Closer to Being Fired
Daniel Pantaleo may soon have to hand in his gun and badge for good.
Eric Garner’s Family Is Very Pissed at Bill de Blasio
They say the mayor's demand to get Officer Daniel Pantaleo fired from the NYPD would go a long way in ensuring he never wears the badge again.
2020 Dems Remind Biden There's Nothing Civil About Segregationists
“Vice President Biden’s relationships with proud segregationists are not the model for how we make America a safer and more inclusive place for black people," said Cory Booker