24 NYC Catholics Schools to Close
The New York Archdiocese will close 24 Roman Catholic schools in a cost-saving move.
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Gas Prices Dip in NYC
Gasoline is slightly cheaper in New York City this week.
School Bus Strike Begins as Thousands Scramble for Alternatives
Mayor Michael Bloomberg says the city is not considering court action right now in connection with the school bus strike.
New York City School Bus Drivers Plan Strike
New York City's mayor and the union representing school bus drivers plan to issue updates about a strike threat that could affect about 150,000 students.
Flu Reaches Emergency Level in New York State
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has declared a public health emergency for New York State because of the severity of the flu season.
Cuomo made the announcement Saturday. His executive order allows pharmacists to administer flu vaccinations to patients between 6 months and 18 years of age.
The order also suspends for the next month the section of State Education Law limiting the authority of pharmacists to administer immunizing agents only to individuals 18 years of age or older.
NYC Comptroller: What the Fiscal Cliff Compromise Means for New York City
New York City Comptroller John Liu is saying New Yorkers will have to wait and see how the Congressional agreement to avoid the so-called Fiscal Cliff will affect taxpayers.
Public Advocate Proposes Post-Sandy Mold Plan
New York City Public Advocate Bill de Blasio says more needs to be done to fight mold in homes flooded by Superstorm Sandy.
Unchecked mold is a health hazard to people with mold allergies.
De Blasio is asking for FEMA aid to fund more inspections. He's also calling on the city to set up a mold hotline and perform health monitoring.
He says thousands of moldy homes are making New Yorkers sick.
Mayor Bloomberg Calls NRA's Press Conference "Shameful"
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg says the NRA's call for armed guards in schools represents a paranoid vision of America.
MTA Chair Lhota Resigns, May Run for NYC Mayor
MTA Chairman and CEO Joe Lhota has confirmed he will step down at the end of the year to explore a run for New York City Mayor. Lhota has led the transportation agency since October of last year. He previously served as a Deputy Mayor under Rudy Giuliani and would run for Mayor as a Republican.
New York City Advocacy Group Releases Report on Immigrant Communities After Sandy
A report from an advocacy group says some immigrant New Yorkers impacted by Superstorm Sandy are having a difficult time recovering.
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