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'Spinal Tap' Creators Settle Rights Dispute With StudioCanal
https://pitchfork.com/news/spinal-tap-creators-reach-settlement-with-vivendi-in-fraud-lawsuit/
Harry Shearer, Rob Reiner, Christopher Guest, and Michael McKean filed a $400 million lawsuit in 2017
Late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg honored in native Brooklyn via New York Daily News
'We are doing the best we can to keep the legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsberg alive,' Public Advocate Jumaane Williams told a crowd of about 100 on Sunday.
NYC census workers detail chaotic effort as critical deadline approaches via New York Daily News
An accurate census in New York City will be tough to count on as workers involved in the last-minute push to tally people in the five boroughs described a chaotic effort managed from dirty offices with lax coronavirus protocols.
Public School Remote Learning Resumes In NYC With Technical Difficulties, Aggravated Parents via Gothamist
"There's no way to do this without a dedicated adult."
Virtual UN meeting saps NYC of yearly hubbub, cash infusion via AP
NEW YORK (AP) — In a normal September, leaders of nations big and small would converge on New York this week, giving the United States’ largest city a chance to show itself off as a crossroads of...
Pandemic Puts N.Y.C. Hotels on the Brink: ‘A Complete Washout’ via The New York Times
Several big hotels in the city have announced that they are closed for good, and some experts say that more shutdowns are coming.
Dr. Shardé M. Davis is co-Founder of Black in the Ivory - a “hashtag turned movement” that amplifies the voices of Blackademics who speak truth about racism in academia https://bit.ly/32JrG3C
For most schoolchildren in New York City, Monday will mean back to school, but not back to the classroom.
https://wfuv.org/content/most-nyc-students-back-school-not-classroom
NYC subway station sign altered in tribute to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
https://nypost.com/2020/09/20/nyc-subway-station-sign-altered-in-ruth-bader-ginsburg-tribute/
It’s the “supreme” tribute for a New York-born icon. A tile sign for Manhattan’s 50th Street station on the C/E line was doctored to read “Ruth St.” in memory of…
WFUV's Fordham Conversations is joined by John D. Feerick, the Norris Professor of Law at Fordham University School of Law, to discuss Constitution Day, which is Sept. 17- the date in 1787 when the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed off on the Constitution https://bit.ly/3ms6lDM
The COVID-19 pandemic has crippled New York City’s street vendors. With foot traffic slowed to a crawl in many neighborhoods, vendors are struggling to make ends meet, and some have decided not to return to the streets because the dollars and cents just don’t add up.
WFUV'S CITYSCAPE talked with Mohamed Attia, Director of the Street Vendor Project, along with Ahmed Ebrahim, a hot dog vendor at New York’s Rockefeller Center and Alex Simon-Fox, a program officer with Stavros Niarchos Foundation. The global philanthropic organization has partnered with the Street Vendor Project to employ street vendors to cook and distribute meals to communities in Brooklyn and the Bronx.
Listen here https://bit.ly/2REl3JH
Dr. Shardé M. Davis is co-Founder of Black in the Ivory - a “hashtag turned movement” that amplifies the voices of Blackademics who speak truth about racism in academia https://bit.ly/32JrG3C
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Champion Of Gender Equality, Dies At 87
Ginsburg, the second woman to serve on the Supreme Court, died from complications from cancer. Her death will set in motion what promises to be a tumultuous political battle over who will succeed her.
Cuomo says he won’t ban trick-or-treating during the Halloween of COVID-19 via amny
Halloween might be the rare holiday in New York that isn't completely ruined by the COVID-19 pandemic this year. Governor Andrew Cuomo offered some hope
NYC indoor pools to re-open Sept. 30 via New York Daily News
“Swimming pools are a community anchor, an exercise center, and an oasis in their neighborhoods,” de Blasio said in a written statement.
Sen. Chuck Schumer pushes Save Our Stages Act to save Broadway via New York Post
A $10 billion bill that will help keep the lights on along Broadway took center stage Friday as Sen. Chuck Schumer vowed to fight for entertainment venues hard hit by the coronavirus crisis.
Opening NYC Schools In A Pandemic Will Cost An Extra $1.3 Billion via Gothamist
"There's no information of where this money is coming from, even if it exists."
WFUV's Fordham Conversations is joined by John D. Feerick, the Norris Professor of Law at Fordham University School of Law, to discuss Constitution Day, which is Sept. 17- the date in 1787 when the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed off on the Constitution https://bit.ly/3ms6lDM
Met Council opens 101 new food pantries for Jewish High Holy Days via amny
More than 150,000 people in the metropolitan area will have fresh food for the Jewish High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur thanks to efforts by
Dr. Shardé M. Davis is our guest on Community Dialogues. She is the co-Founder of Black in the Ivory - a “hashtag turned movement” that amplifies the voices of Blackademics who speak truth about racism in academia.
https://wfuv.org/content/community-dialogues-dr-shard%C3%A9-m-davis
The U.S. will ban the use of WeChat Sunday to “safeguard the national security of the United States.
https://wfuv.org/content/us-bans-wechat-tiktok-citing-national-security
NYC preps for religious holidays, a Little Italy procession, subway repairs — and some protests
https://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/ny-gridlock-sam-jewish-holidays-little-italy-protests-subway-work-20200918-ren6jezbknfrrjnllyg4u7vgcm-story.html
Religious observances for Jewish New Year and San Gennaro, multiple protests, and the start of major work on the E line top the traffic-transit news this weekend.
Trick-or-What? Pandemic Halloween is a mixed bag all around via AP
NEW YORK (AP) — Roving grown-ups tossing candy at kids waiting on lawns. Drive-thru Halloween haunts. Yard parties instead of block parties and parades. Wider paths through corn mazes. The...
13 N.J. malls, shopping centers owned by Simon will be closed on Thanksgiving Day 2020 via NJ.com
Here is a list of the locations
"Get That Flu Shot": NYC Urges Residents To Get Flu Vaccine During Pandemic via Gothamist
Other countries which just had their flu season reported fewer cases this year.
N.Y.C. Will Again Delay Start of In-Person Classes for Most Students via The New York Times
The city had scheduled classes to start on Monday. Now, it will phase students back on a rolling basis, beginning with pre-K.
Steve Earle will release songs written by late son, Justin Townes Earle
https://www.brooklynvegan.com/steve-earle-recording-an-album-of-songs-by-his-son-justin-townes-earle/
The album will be out in January and proceeds will go to a trust for Justin's daughter, Etta St. James Earle.
N.Y.C. Is Opening Its Own Virus Testing Lab to Address Shortages via The New York Times
A new lab may help the city process test results within 24-48 hours.
New York City’s shutdown reduced spread of coronavirus by 70 percent, study finds via Washington Post
Masks also played a big role in curbing the spread. But the research suggests that people don’t always wear masks consistently, or even correctly.
N.Y.C. Mayor to Furlough 495 Staff Members for a Week, Including Himself via The New York Times
The symbolic move, which would yield $860,000 in anticipated savings, could be a precursor to similar maneuvers to slash the budget.
Gloria Estefan, Alex Rodriguez and Eva Longoria will be taking part in a month long celebration of Latino contributions to television at the #ThePaleyCenter
https://wfuv.org/content/gloria-estefan-alex-rodriguez-mark-latino-impact-media
(AP) — Gloria Estefan, Alex Rodriguez and Eva Longoria will be among the participants in a monthlong online celebration of Latino contributions to tel
The results are both shocking and saddening and they underscore why we must act now while Holocaust survivors are still with us to voice their stories,” - Gideon Taylor, President of the Conference on Jewish Material Claim Against Germany.
https://nypost.com/2020/09/16/survey-shows-young-new-yorkers-lack-of-holocaust-knowledge/
Nearly 20 percent of Millennials and Gen Z in New York believe the Jews caused the Holocaust, according to a new survey released on Wednesday. The findings come from the first ever 50-state survey …
Bronx shops, bars plead with Yankees for aid amid COVID via AP
NEW YORK (AP) — The manager stands behind the counter at Ballpark Sports Shop on River Avenue, pinstriped jerseys fully stocked on the racks around him. The inventory is worth hundreds of...
Jon Stewart calls out Congress for lack of funds for 9/11 responders who worked the fire pits via New York Daily News
“Our veterans lived 24 hours a day, seven days a week next to toxic smoke, dioxins, everything,” said Stewart.
NYC promises 2,000 additional teachers to address shortage. Principals union says that falls ‘woefully short’ via New York Daily News
The pledge from city officials comes just one week before schools are set to open for in-person classes — and two days before they begin online orientation for students.
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WFUV News Presents: Staying Safe and Sane's second episode with Girl Scouts of Greater New York CEO Meredith Maskara. Maskara gives tips on how to engage Girl Scouts, their parents, and the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. https://live-wfuv.pantheonsite.io/content/wfuv-news-presents-staying-safe-and-sane-0
WFUV News Presents: Staying Safe and Sane during the COVID-19 pandemic. Check our new video series created to spread some positivity while you're working from home or just need a little pick-me-up. In this first episode, Personal Trainer Rachel Terranova gives tips on how to stay motivated and three easy exercises you can do at home. https://wfuv.org/content/wfuv-news-presents-staying-safe-and-sane
Check out WFUV News's new food history series, New York's Changing Palate! In this first episode, Carmen Collins does a deep dive into Manhattan's Chinatown's cuisine. https://www.wfuv.org/content/new-yorks-changing-palate-chinatown
Here's a preview of this week's Getting To The Art Of It with reporter Alexandra Parker who interviews co-founder #KarenRobinovitz of Sloomoo Institute where she talks about the environmentally-friendly ingredients used in making slime.
Check out our panelists who will be speaking at the Bronx Library Center at 6 P.M. today!
Roseanna Gulisano has transformed the library at P.S. 11 in Highbridge. She'll be speaking at #AroundMyBlock's panel tomorrow. This is an event you don't want to miss!
Rocking the Boat's Adam Green speaks about how his non-profit empowers youth. Director of Operations, Debbie Forester, will be speaking at the #AroundMyBlock panel tomorrow.
Next Stop Vegan's Blenlly Mena has a vegan meal prep service located in the Bronx. Hear her speak at #AroundMyBlock's panel this Wednesday!
As a community organizer for The Bronx Defenders, Carmen Piñeiro will speak of her role this upcoming Wednesday for the #AroundMyBlock panel.
Bob Gruen was a 23 year old rock n’ roll photographer living in New York City at the time of #Woodstock. One of his strongest memories involves a biker and a sleeping concert goer. Listen to our Woodstock documentary available on Apple Podcasts or at https://www.wfuv.org/content/back-garden-remembering-woodstock-0 #Woodstock50WFUV
At 18, Marc Flaherty traveled all the way from Cincinnati, Ohio, to go to #Woodstock. He saw an advertisement for the festival, and the lineup caught his eye. Listen to our Woodstock documentary available on Apple Podcasts or at https://www.wfuv.org/content/back-garden-remembering-woodstock-0 #Woodstock50WFUV
Marc Greenberg thought he had seen Jimi Hendrix sleeping in a first aid tent at #Woodstock, but he couldn’t confirm it. Years later, he’d find out that in fact, it was Hendrix. Listen to our Woodstock documentary available on Apple Podcasts or at https://www.wfuv.org/content/back-garden-remembering-woodstock-0 #Woodstock50WFUV
Hearing Country Joe McDonald singing about Vietnam at #Woodstock was something Kate Walter will never forget. Listen to our Woodstock documentary airing Sunday morning and available at https://www.wfuv.org/content/back-garden-remembering-woodstock-0 #Woodstock50WFUV
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