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Gun control bills passed Virginia despite show of force from opponents
Ten days after thousands of pro-gun activists marched through the streets of Richmond, the state’s House of Delegates passed gun control bills including a “red flag” law.
States sue federal government to enact Equal Rights Amendment
State lawmakers of the three final states to recognize the amendment are suing to see it get adopted.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
NYers to weigh new voting system on ballot question
Voters will decide this November whether New York City will drastically overhaul the way it changes elections.
Ivan Pereira’s appearance on WBAI’s “Driving Forces”
Ivan Pereira’s guest appearance on “Driving Forces” where he discussed, Bill de Blasio’s run for president and the officials who will oversee New York during his campaign travel.
DNAinfo, Gothamist reporters rally against Ricketts’ closure of news sites
The staff members of the defunct news sites shamed their owner for refusing to cooperate with their newly formed union.
NYC outlines plan to fight opioid crisis
The city wants anti OD meds in the hands of civilians as the number of opioid related deaths climb.
March for a Free Press outside NY Times building
Over 200 New Yorkers showed their solidarity to the free press at the headquarters of the Times, Fox News and NBC.
Statue of Liberty turns 130: A look back at Lady Liberty’s history
New York’s most iconic symbol just turned 130 and she hasn’t lost her luster.