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Mayor Gets Star Treatment Upon Rome Arrival
Mayor Bill de Blasio got star treatment in Rome Sunday as he kicked off his eight-day Italian vacation, as he was greeted by cameras at the airport and then by even more at Rome City Hall for a meeting with the mayor.
Motown Music Planned as Part of Harlem Week 40th Anniversary
If you enjoy some good Motown music, you'll want to check out the 40th anniversary celebration of Harlem Week, as the week will include a salute to the blockbuster Broadway hit "Motown: the Musical," including live performances from the cast at Grant National Park.
State Takes Steps to Expand Access to Birth Control
As the movement to limit contraception coverage builds momentum nationally, New York State has taken action to expand access to birth control.
Brooklyn Flea Serves Up Specialty Ice Creams on National Ice Cream Day
It's National Ice Cream Day, and vendors at Brooklyn Flea, which has served as the hub of specialty ice creams throughout the weekend, are offering the "Creme de la Creme."
Demolition Set to Begin at Mount Manresa
Despite protests and pleas to save it, demolition will soon begin at historic Jesuit retreat center Mount Manresa on Staten Island.
Man Accused of Carjacking At Least Two Drivers, Hitting Pedestrian in Brooklyn
A Queens man is facing several charges after police say he carjacked at least two drivers and hit a pedestrian.
Organization Offers Free Travel-Centric Technology Courses to Seniors
A local organization is helping seniors maximize their golden years by teaching them all about the latest travel websites.
Art Exhibit Inside Sugar Hill Apartment Building Connects to Community
A new affordable housing apartment building and children's art museum is scheduled to open in Manhattan in September, but during the next few weeks, kids and adults in the neighborhood can enjoy the new space and even find great art there.
Police Seek Man Who Allegedly Assaulted Police Officer in Manhattan
A police officer who the New York City Police Department says was assaulted by a man in Manhattan is now out of the hospital.
Free Nationwide Program Gets Students Ready for the SAT
Dozens of high school students are sweating it out in classrooms this summer, getting prepared to take the SAT as part of a free nationwide program called "Let's Get Ready."
NASA Marking 45th Anniversary of Apollo 11 Moon Landing
Forty-five years ago today, the U.S. took a giant step forward in space exploration, as astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first human to set foot on the surface of the moon.
Weekend Feature: Tips to Keep Your Kids Financially Responsible in College
When your kids go off to college, that's when it's most important to make sure they stay financially responsible, but that's also when it's most challenging. Neale Godfrey offered tips to NY1.
In The Papers 7/20/14
NY1 takes a look at what's in today's New York City newspapers.
Pro-Palestinian Protesters Gather in Times Square
Palestinian officials say the son of a senior Hamas leader is dead, killed in overnight fighting in Gaza, and dozens of protesters flooded Times Square Saturday, calling for Israel to stop the shelling.
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CCRB to Review Police Chokehold Complaints in Wake of SI Man's Death During Arrest
The city's Civilian Complaint Review Board is promising a thorough review of its police chokehold complaints following the death of a man during an arrest on Staten Island.
De Blasio Discovers Difficulty With Taking Vacation As Mayor
Mayor Bill de Blasio is discovering how hard it can be to take a vacation when you are in charge of running City Hall. NY1's Grace Rauh is following the mayor as he vacations in Italy and filed the following report from Rome.
Jeter Takes Place Alongside Gehrig, Ruth in Mural Project Near Yankee Stadium
Derek Jeter may not be a Hall of Famer just yet, but he's already taking his place alongside Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth in a mural project near Yankee Stadium.
City Hopes Staten Island's 'Beach Fest' Can Make Beaches a Summer Destination
Following the long-term Hurricane Sandy recovery, Staten Island is encouraging residents to get out and hit the beach through Staten Island Beach Fest.
Two Men Face Charges for Allegedly Trying to Rape Woman in Queens
Two men are facing charges after police say they tried to rape a woman in the Ridgewood section of Queens on Wednesday.