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NY1 Online: The Call 6/5/14

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 05:03
John Schiumo hosts the June 5, 2014 episode of The Call.

NY1 Online: 'Citizen Koch' Directors Discuss Impact of Tea Party

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 04:49
Tia Lessin and Carl Deal, the directors of the controversial new documentary "Citizen Koch" talk about their film, which explores the impact of big money and the Tea Party on American elections.

NY1 Online: Rangel and Espaillat Campaign Reps Spar Over Track Records

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 04:43
NY1 VIDEO: James Freedland from the Rep. Charles Rangel campaign and Lis Smith from the state Sen. Adriano Espaillat campaign joined Inside City Hall to mix it up over politics and policy and why their candidate is the right man to represent the 13th congressional district.

NYPD Evacuates Penn Station During Suspicious Package Investigation

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 03:49
Train service has been restored at Penn Station after the NYPD evacuated the busy transportation hub late Thursday due to a suspicious package investigation.

NYPD Evacuated Penn Station During Suspicious Package Investigation

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 03:49
Train service has been restored at Penn Station after the NYPD evacuated the busy transportation hub late Thursday due to a suspicious package investigation.

The Book Reader: 'My Struggle'

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 03:44
Boris Kachka of New York Magazine reports on newly released book titles and the world of publishing in The Book Reader

Organizers Prepare for Sunday's Puerto Rican Day Parade

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 03:32
The Puerto Rican Day Parade is preparing to march up 5th Avenue this weekend, despite worries a few months ago that there might not even be a parade.

Honored Veterans, The Borinqueneers, to Lead Puerto Rican Day Parade

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 03:20
This Sunday is the 57th annual National Puerto Rican Parade. Leading it this year will be a distinguished group of military members.

Rangel's Last Run: Ambitious Espaillat Gains Support to Oust Longtime Congressman

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 02:45
Two years ago, State Sen. Adriano Espaillat came within 1,000 votes of ousting longtime Rep. Charlie Rangel. So it is no surprise that the Washington Heights lawmaker is back. But can he topple Rangel this time, or is he destined for a repeat performance? Michael Scotto has the story in part four of his series, "Rangel's Last Run."

Collector Auctions Off D-Day Memorabilia as 70th Anniversary Approaches

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 00:56
This year marks the 70th Anniversary of D-Day and some World War II memorabilia is going up for grabs.

Governors Ball to Donate $10K to East Harlem Explosion Victims

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 00:51
Organizers for the Governors Ball Music Festival are looking to lend a helping hand to the victims of the East Harlem building explosion earlier this year.

Taxi Driver Dies in Bizarre Midtown Accident

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 00:44
Police say a 58-year-old taxi driver died after he stepped out of his SUV on Madison Avenue near East 49th Street in Manhattan.

Cassano Presides Over Final FDNY Promotion Ceremony

All Borough News - Fri, 06/06/2014 - 00:41
Outgoing Fire Commissioner Salvatore Cassano presided over his last promotion ceremony Thursday, closing out a long career with the FDNY.

City Mails Out First Round of Pre-K Acceptance, and Rejection, Letters

All Borough News - Thu, 06/05/2014 - 23:55
The city has mailed out acceptance, or rejection, letters to the first group of families applying to send their kids to one of the city's expanded pre-K programs. Nearly 40 percent didn't get in, but the city says parents shouldn't worry yet.

The Japanese Way: Country Wrestles With Aging Population

All Borough News - Thu, 06/05/2014 - 22:53
Japan is facing the largest population decline in the world as its old live longer and fewer are born. In the fifth installment of her series on nutrition and health in Japan, Erin Billups takes a look at how the country is preparing to handle the population shift.

State Changes Rules for Transgender People Applying for Updated Documents

All Borough News - Thu, 06/05/2014 - 22:37
New York State will no longer seek proof of surgery for transgender people applying for updated documents.

Soda Ban Fight Hits D.C. as Health Advocates Hold 'National Soda Summit'

All Borough News - Thu, 06/05/2014 - 22:06
The fight over large sodas has bubbled over to the nation's Capital as health advocates went to D.C for a "National Soda Summit," focusing on how to reduce the amount of sodas and sugary drinks Americans consume every year.

'The Fantasticks' Offers Fans Chance to Get Married On Stage

All Borough News - Thu, 06/05/2014 - 21:58
Broadway fans can now show their love for theater and each other by getting married on stage during "The Fantasticks."

Doctor Gives Tips for Treating and Preventing Arthritis

All Borough News - Thu, 06/05/2014 - 20:40
There are different types of arthritis, as well as different ways to treat and prevent it. In NY1's Healthy Living report, Jill Urban talks with an expert on what can be done to help stop the prevalent joint disorder.

One Dead, One Injured in Queens Construction Accident

All Borough News - Thu, 06/05/2014 - 19:53
A construction worker was killed Thursday morning after falling five stories and another worker injured by debris inside a Sunnyside building, police say.
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