The safety restrictions put in place due to the coronavirus outbreak, is harsher on the blind community, according to experts.
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State governors taking lead on coronavirus precautions as federal government works to define plan
As the federal government scrambles to come up with a national policy over the coronavirus outbreak, state governors have taken the lead to protect their residents.
Therapists face challenges as coronavirus limits in-person help
The coronavirus outbreak created new challenges for mental health service providers who can not conduct face to face meetings.
Iowa caucus results delay ignites debate over state’s status as ‘first-in-the-nation’
The debacle over the 2020 Iowa Caucus has reignited the debate over whether the state should be first in the nation to decide a presidential nominee.
The history of the ERA
A look at the history of the Equal Rights Movement and its latest push for adoption.
NY teen discovers new planet
The Scarsdale High School student made his discovery three days into his NASA summer internship.
Experts weigh in on possible NYC Ranked Choice Voting
Voters will have the chance of changing the way ballots are casts in future elections. Political, mathematical and electoral experts weigh on the pros and cons.
NY climate strike puts youth in leadership spot
The city’s young environmentalists plan to rally New Yorkers of all generations to bring climate change issues to the forefront.
Green building batteries get city code clearance
Energy experts say lithium-ion storage units for buildings will play a major role in making New York more efficient.
Lou Reed Tai Chi Day to celebrate artist’s life, legacy
Lou Reed may have been an icon on stage, but his family and friends say he was most passionate about his martial arts.
Meet the man in charge of NYC when the mayor is campaigning
While Bill de Blasio hits the streets to gain voters for this White House bid, Dean Fuleihan will bring his decades of experience to keep New York running smoothly, according to experts.
Batman’s NYC talent discusses city’s influence on hero
Over the last 80 years, Batman has been instrumental in telling New York related stories that are relevant to the current era.
Amazon’s brief LIC stint won’t affect area’s market: Brokers
Real estate experts say the tech giant’s brief flirtation with western Queens won’t wreck developments or future sales. In fact, it may have boosted them.
Photographer dishes on aerial photo project
Paul Seibert combined his passion for photos with his love of Manhattan to create an artistic look of the island.
Hundreds of NYC buildings have lingering heat violations: Data
With 330 cases dating back to 2017, the city said it is working hard to make sure all violations are cleared and is using court orders, fines and other forms of enforcement.
Amazon HQ2 poised to propel LIC housing market, for now
Amazon’s move to western Queens will certainly have long term effects on the neighborhood, according to experts, however, the area’s high vacancy rates and new developments may provide a cushion.
Garment District workers want rapid help for factories
In four months since the city unveiled its plan for the factor workers in Midtown, experts say they are afraid the proposals don’t go far enough.
NYC’s architectural gems shine during Archtober festival
New Yorkers will get an up close and personal look at some of the city’s gems.
BK students spend summer restoring grave stones
The historic relics of New Yorkers got a new lease on life from the youth of today.
Bronx Doc Center gets boost for filmmaking program
A non-profit has brought film making and photography to a whole new group of city artists.