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New York State Bar Association Considers Expelling Rudy Giuliani

2:41pm January 11, 2021

by Merrit Kennedy

The bar association said it received "hundreds of complaints in recent months" about Giuliani, ultimately deciding Monday to launch a "historic" inquiry into the president's attorney.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo is urging New Yorkers to get the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available to them. "This is not only an individual responsibility; it is a community obligation," he said.

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Cuomo Won't Get Vaccine Until His Group's Turn In Black, Hispanic, Poor Communities

3:29pm January 04, 2021

by Brakkton Booker

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said testing for COVID-19 was more readily available in richer, whiter communities in the state. He added: "This can't happen again, and it can't happen with this vaccine."

Homebound senior Louise Delija, 93, receives a meal delivery in Brooklyn, New York. Since the pandemic began, demand for help from seniors has ballooned.

Amid Isolation And Loneliness, Elderly Face Crumbling Safety Net

3:15pm January 03, 2021

by Sally Herships

New York has more people over the age of 65 than the total population of many states. And despite federal aid, the state's system meant to help protect seniors is short tens of millions of dollars.

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The New York Legislature approved a moratorium on evictions until May 1 as many New Yorkers, who lost their jobs to the pandemic, struggle to pay rent. Protesters urged lawmakers to ban evictions for several months.

New York Approves Eviction Moratorium Until May

11:30am December 29, 2020

by Jaclyn Diaz

Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the law late Monday allowing for a ban on residential evictions for tenants who endured a "COVID-related hardship."

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, warns that holiday gatherings could lead to "a really dark time for us" by mid-January.

Fauci Says Holiday Gatherings Should Include Fewer Than 10 People

6:10pm December 07, 2020

by Brian Mann

"Ten may even be a bit too much," Dr. Anthony Fauci said, warning that family gatherings through the holidays could lead to "a really dark time" by mid-January.

In a decision released late Wednesday, the Supreme Court said New York's attendance limit at houses of worship violates the First Amendment.

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Supreme Court Says New York Can't Limit Attendance In Houses of Worship Due To COVID

2:40am November 26, 2020

by Jaclyn Diaz

Justices said the Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order limiting attendance in places of worship violates the First Amendment.

Performers dance along 34th Street during a pre-taping of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in front of the flagship store in New York City on Nov. 25.

Yes, The Macy's Parade Is Still Happening This Year — But It'll Be A Bit Different

9:25pm November 25, 2020

by Dustin Jones

Instead of traveling the traditional 2.5-mile-route through New York City's Midtown, the Thanksgiving Day parade will take place in front of Macy's department store.

A person participates in a rally Sunday for President Trump on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Trump supporters and protesters clashed in Times Square, prompting nearly a dozen arrests.

11 Arrested In Clashes After Pro-Trump Convoy Passes Through NYC's Times Square

2:35pm October 26, 2020

by Bill Chappell

Skirmishes broke out after some counterdemonstrators yanked flags off vehicles – and some drivers and passengers got out of their cars.

Ed "Whitey" Ford, New York Yankees, pitching in the fourth game of the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies in Oct.1950.

New York Yankee Hall Of Fame Pitcher Whitey Ford Dies At 91

4:07pm October 09, 2020

by Brakkton Booker

The southpaw was dominant during his 16-year career, winning six World Series titles in the 1950s and 1960s. Nicknamed "Chairman of the Board," Ford holds the team record for most wins by a pitcher.

A woman runs with her face mask on Monday in New York City, where the mayor has announced that city personnel will hand out free masks to anyone who is not wearing a face covering.

New York City Imposes Fines Of Up To $1,000 For Those Who Refuse To Wear Face Masks

1:46pm September 30, 2020

by Marisa Peñaloza

City personnel will hand out free masks. "Our goal, of course, is to give everyone a free face mask and get them to wear it," the mayor said. "We don't want to fine people."