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Daily beats from a quieter Manhattan.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

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Three New Schools Open in Western Queens Amid Ongoing Classroom Overcrowding

Three new schools have opened in Western Queens, giving some relief in classroom overcrowding, but families still face capacity challenges and tough implementation issues this fall.

Certified 9/11-Related Cancer Cases Double at Northwell Health

Northwell Health has seen a sharp increase as certified 9/11-related cancer cases double, transforming care for survivors and responders in the New York region.

Long-Term Health Effects Linked to 9/11: 25 Years Later

The 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks brings renewed focus to long-term health effects linked to 9/11, with ongoing needs for survivors, first responders, and affected communities.

NYC Yellow School Bus Shortage Disrupts Back-to-School Plans

A potential NYC yellow school bus shortage could affect back-to-school transportation and schedules as classes begin. Learn how families, schools, and city officials are responding.

Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Suspected in Hunters Point High-Rise: FDNY Responds

A lithium-ion battery fire is suspected in the Hunters Point high-rise incident that prompted a major FDNY response, with a second Queens fire following at Ravenswood. Officials are investigating both events.

NYPD Shooting on Brooklyn Bridge: What Happened and What Comes Next

A look at the NYPD shooting on Brooklyn Bridge: what happened, how the investigation is unfolding, and what NYC commuters can expect as reviews continue.

Gloria Steinem’s Passing Sparks Personal Tributes on the Upper East Side

Gloria Steinem’s passing on the Upper East Side was marked by personal tributes and quiet remembrance, reflecting how a national figure’s legacy unfolded in a local community.

Upper East Side Response to Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Scrutinized by City Council

City Council scrutinizes the Upper East Side response to Legionnaires’ disease outbreak, focusing on communication, prevention, and public health protocols in dense neighborhoods.

NYC Public Schools Restrict AI Use in Classrooms Below 9th Grade

NYC public schools will limit AI in classrooms below 9th grade, restricting teachers from using AI tools for instruction in elementary and middle school classes. Learn what the new guidance means for students, educators, and families.

Fatal Stabbing and Police Shooting in Times Square Raises Safety Concerns

A fatal stabbing and police shooting in Times Square raises safety concerns among New Yorkers as authorities investigate and the community responds.