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A busy week for President Trump on immigration, but where will it lead NY?

2 months ago | gothamist.com | Arya Sundaram |Amanda Rozon

President Donald Trump has been a whirlwind of activity in the first days of his second term, issuing a host of orders and directives on immigration. Some steps have been dramatic, like declaring an end to birthright citizenship. But is there any indication the actions will bring about the mass deportation promised by Trump in New York or across the country?
How to foster one of NYC's hundreds of cats and dogs up for adoption

Sep 24, 2024 | gothamist.com | Amanda Rozon

The nonprofit Animal Care Centers of New York City says most of the roughly 600 animals currently available for adoption are cats and dogs — and many of them will first need foster homes. For fostering, the greatest need is typically among large-breed dogs, adult cats and, depending on the season, underage kittens, according to ACC. But the shelter group says other animals, including guinea pigs and rabbits, also need foster care.
Gas line rupture forces evacuations in Bronx, residents allowed back after FDNY clearance

Sep 22, 2024 | gothamist.com | Amanda Rozon

Residents were allowed to return to their homes after a major gas line rupture in the Bedford Park section of the Bronx on Sunday morning, according to the FDNY. The gas line erupted around 9:40 a.m. near Bedford Park Boulevard and Webster Avenue, prompting a swift response from Con Edison, the NYPD and the Office of Emergency Management. Firefighters and police evacuated nearby buildings and blocked off several streets to ensure public safety, officials said.
Breaking, a dance born in NYC, makes it to the Olympics

Aug 8, 2024 | gothamist.com | Amanda Rozon

Breaking makes its Olympic debut this Friday in Paris. Enjoy it on sports’ biggest global stage while you can, as it’s not on the program for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The women’s final at the Paris 2024 Olympic breaking competition will broadcast on NBC at 2 p.m Eastern time on Friday. The men’s competition will be televised on Saturday at 2 p.m Eastern time. If you’re new to breaking, here’s what you need to know about how it's scored, who to watch and where it all began.
Hot firefly summer: Why NYC may see more lightning bugs this year

Jul 10, 2024 | gothamist.com | Amanda Rozon

Firefly populations in North America may be declining due to climate change, but New York City could experience more light shows than usual this summer. The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry's New York Natural Heritage Program is in the midst of a three-year survey to identify firefly species in New York state parks and provide guidance for maximizing firefly diversity.
The Bronx will soon have only 1 movie theater as a beloved cinema shutters

May 28, 2024 | gothamist.com | Amanda Rozon

The Concourse Plaza Multiplex Cinemas is closing its doors on Tuesday after more than 30 years in business, leaving the Bronx with just one movie theater. Bronx resident Maggie Carrasquillo was at the theater on a recent Monday night to enjoy one last movie there: “The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.” She recalled going to the multiplex as a child. “I came with my cousins and my aunt to see ‘Selena.’ I was so excited,” said Carrasquillo.
Northern lights may be visible over NYC region on Sunday night

May 11, 2024 | gothamist.com | Amanda Rozon

If you’ve ever wanted to see the Northern Lights from New York City, Sunday night may be your best chance. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Prediction Center issued a geomagnetic storm watch through Sunday after a series of solar materials collided with Earth's atmosphere starting on Friday afternoon.
2 injured in Tompkins Square Park shooting: NYPD

Mar 16, 2024 | gothamist.com | Amanda Rozon

Two people were injured after a shooting in Tompkins Square Park in the East Village on Saturday afternoon, according to the NYPD. Police said they received a 911 call at around 12:45 p.m. saying that multiple people had been shot at the park. They arrived to find a 26-year-old man who’d been shot in the buttocks and a 53-year-old woman who'd been shot in the hip. Both were taken to Bellevue Hospital in stable condition. Police are still investigating and have not yet made any arrests.
Community Boards: What are they good for? A lot, it seems.

Mar 3, 2024 | gothamist.com | Amanda Rozon |Michael Hill

Local government doesn't get much more local than New York City's 59 community boards. They can be where ideas to improve neighborhoods are born. They can be where political careers are launched. And even if they don't have a lot of statutory authority, the community board is as good an indicator as any on what locals feel about a given issue — specifically how the city's precious space is being used or misused.
Flaco the Central Park owl has been free for a year. An NYC photographer looks back.

Feb 2, 2024 | gothamist.com | Michael Hill |Amanda Rozon

Friday marks a year since an owl named Flaco escaped from his home in New York's Central Park Zoo after vandals damaged his mesh enclosure. Within days, the Eurasian eagle owl amassed fans in New York and beyond who worried about his ability to survive in the big city. But Flaco is thriving. New Yorkers continue to spot him on fire escapes and cornices, and have observed him peering into windows. The owl's feathery form even appears on sweatshirts, coffee mugs and stickers, among other merch.