State lawmakers of the three final states to recognize the amendment are suing to see it get adopted.
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Kobe Bryant’s fatal crash prompts calls for tighter safety measures for helicopters
The crash that killed the NBA star, his daughter and seven others highlighted the need for more safety protocols from aviation experts.
NYC bans cashless stores
Restaurants and other businesses will have to accept cash or face a $1,000 fine.
Thousands of armed protesters rally for gun rights in VA
Despite threats from militias the pro gun demonstration did not have any reported violence, according to authorities.
The history of the ERA
A look at the history of the Equal Rights Movement and its latest push for adoption.
Mets manager resigns following signal stealing scandal
Carlos Beltran’s alleged involvement in the Astros sign stealing cost him his debut season with the Amazin’s.
GA lawmaker intros ‘anti red-flag’ bill
A legal battle could be brewing after a state leader introduced a bill that would fine officers for obeying future gun control laws.
VA gov declares state of emergency before gun rally
The governor and law enforcement officers said they received credible threats that echoed Charlottesville.
Equal Rights Amendment ratified in Virginia
The state’s ratification puts it ahead of the minimum number needed for official adoption, however, legal battles are expected.
NY teen discovers new planet
The Scarsdale High School student made his discovery three days into his NASA summer internship.
UFO sightings jump in 2019
There were nearly 6,000 sightings in North America in 2019.
City preps for Early Voting rollout
This is the first year that New York will over voters early voting. The city’s Board of Elections said it has made the process streamlined for all who participate.
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.
Retail vacancies on the rise: Report
Online shopping, higher rents, and a host of other factors are leaving stores empty left and right in New York, and the issue could get worse, according to experts.
Voter reg drive targets youth, new citizens
Civic Engagement advocates are looking to boost the number of young adults and immigrants in the next mayoral election.
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.
Third of NYC’s workforce freelanced: Report
New York’s economy is seeing a rise in the gig economy.
City infrastructure needs more funding: Report
For every effort the city has made to make its streets and buildings stronger, age and nature has set it back, according to a new analysis.
City plans IDNYC renewal portal
The city is looking to get a head start before the first batches of municipal ID cardholders have to renew their cards.