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NY City Lens NY City Lens is a news website produced by students at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.

NY City Lens is a news website produced by students at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, who fan out across the five boroughs to bring you the stories that matter to you.

Demonstrators Demand Removal of Police From New York Public SchoolsMarching from City Hall to the NYPD’s Headquarters, t...
04/22/2022

Demonstrators Demand Removal of Police From New York Public Schools

Marching from City Hall to the NYPD’s Headquarters, there’s no indication yet their chants will sway the mayor’s approach to school safety.

Marching from City Hall to Police Headquarters, there’s no indication their chants will sway the mayor’s approach to school safety.

Environmental Artist Riccardo Vecchio Draws Tree Murals for Inequitably Distributed Trees in NYCAccording to data, urban...
04/22/2022

Environmental Artist Riccardo Vecchio Draws Tree Murals for Inequitably Distributed Trees in NYC

According to data, urban forests and their social and environmental benefits are not equitably distributed across five boroughs.

Riccardo Vecchio's 31 Degrees Project helps New Yorkers understand tree disparity in the city. Urban forest and its social and environmental benefits are not equitably distributed across five boroughs.

New York’s Encampments Aren’t Going Anywhere311 complaints about homeless encampments help the city target them for swee...
04/22/2022

New York’s Encampments Aren’t Going Anywhere

311 complaints about homeless encampments help the city target them for sweeps, but also show their persistence

311 complaints about homeless encampments help the city target them for sweeps, but also show their persistence

Twin Parks Apartment Fire Is Revisited at U.S. House Committee Hearing in BronxThe panel heard testimony about the Jan. ...
04/22/2022

Twin Parks Apartment Fire Is Revisited at U.S. House Committee Hearing in Bronx

The panel heard testimony about the Jan. 9 blaze that killed 17 residents as it seeks to improve fire safety in federally assisted housing

The panel heard testimony about the Jan. 9 blaze that killed 17 residents as it seeks to improve fire safety in federally assisted housing.

“A long time coming”: New Jersey Launches Adult-use Cannabis Sales 17 Months After LegalizationAll adults 21 and older c...
04/22/2022

“A long time coming”: New Jersey Launches Adult-use Cannabis Sales 17 Months After Legalization

All adults 21 and older can now legally purchase cannabis at 12 dispensaries in the state.

All adults 21 and over can now legally purchase cannabis at 12 dispensaries in the state

Student Loans, a Curse Or a Blessing in DisguiseStudents of color express why they took out student loans, and how it’s ...
04/22/2022

Student Loans, a Curse Or a Blessing in Disguise

Students of color express why they took out student loans, and how it’s impacting them now and in the future

Students of color express why they took out student loans, and how it’s impacting them now and in the future

Photos: Washington Square Park Sparks Up for 4/20Hundreds gather for 4/20 about a year after New York lawmakers legalize...
04/22/2022

Photos: Washington Square Park Sparks Up for 4/20

Hundreds gather for 4/20 about a year after New York lawmakers legalized recreational ma*****na

Hundreds gather for 4/20 about a year after New York lawmakers legalized recreational ma*****na

Ocasio-Cortez Faces Constituent Questions About Policy Priorities at Town Hall in QueensSome residents of New York’s 14t...
04/22/2022

Ocasio-Cortez Faces Constituent Questions About Policy Priorities at Town Hall in Queens

Some residents of New York’s 14th congressional district say immigration and police brutality are more pressing concerns than climate change.

Some residents of New York’s 14th congressional district say immigration and police brutality are more pressing concerns than climate change.

The Jewish Origin Story of Comic BooksFrom its roots to representation, the discourse surrounding comic book culture tak...
04/22/2022

The Jewish Origin Story of Comic Books

From its roots to representation, the discourse surrounding comic book culture takes on the past and present of Jewish-New York-based chronicles

From its roots to representation, the discourse surrounding comic book culture takes on the past and present of a Jewish-New Yorker story

The Brooklyn-based online marketplace is angering sellers of arts and crafts products.by NIAMH ROWE
04/18/2022

The Brooklyn-based online marketplace is angering sellers of arts and crafts products.

by NIAMH ROWE

The Brooklyn-based online marketplace is angering sellers of arts and crafts products.

Mayor Eric Adams launched a billboard campaign in Florida to protest the “Don’t Say Gay,” but despite this progressive g...
04/15/2022

Mayor Eric Adams launched a billboard campaign in Florida to protest the “Don’t Say Gay,” but despite this progressive gesture, there are still some persisting issues for the LGBTQ+ community in New York City.

By Juliette Gaudemer for

Mayor Eric Adams launched a billboard campaign in Florida to protest the "Don't Say Gay," but despite this progressive gesture, there are still some persisting issues for the LGBTQ+ community in New York City.

Members of the Service Employees International Union took to the streets in Manhattan’s Upper East Side to demand fair w...
04/15/2022

Members of the Service Employees International Union took to the streets in Manhattan’s Upper East Side to demand fair wages and protection for their healthcare benefits. Should their demands not be met, they are threatening to strike.

By Michael Flores for

Members of the Service Employees International Union took to the streets in Manhattan's Upper East Side

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