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Federal Judge Unfreezes Funds for New York City Tunnel Project Amidst Political Dispute

Federal Judge Unfreezes Funds for New York City Tunnel Project Amidst Political Dispute

A federal judge in New York has temporarily lifted a freeze on funds for the $16 billion Gateway Project, a critical infrastructure initiative aimed at constructing a new commuter rail tunnel between Manhattan and New Jersey. The project, which also involves repairing a century-old tunnel damaged by Hurricane Sandy, had its funding withheld by the Trump administration. The administration's decision was challenged by New York and New Jersey, who argued that the freeze was a politically motivated act of retribution against their Democratic leaders. U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas ruled in favor of the states, stating that the administration's directive was arbitrary and did not follow legal procedures. The project is crucial for maintaining the heavily used passenger rail line that serves over 200,000 travelers daily.
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Bojangles Expands into Michigan with New Location, Bringing Southern Cuisine to the Midwest

Bojangles Expands into Michigan with New Location, Bringing Southern Cuisine to the Midwest

Bojangles Expands into Michigan with New Location, Bringing Southern Cuisine to the Midwest
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Gateway Tunnel Project Halts as Schumer Rejects Trump’s Funding Deal

Gateway Tunnel Project Halts as Schumer Rejects Trump’s Funding Deal

The Gateway tunnel project, a major infrastructure initiative to build a new rail tunnel under the Hudson River, has been paused after Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer rejected a deal proposed by President Trump. The deal involved restoring $16 billion in federal funds in exchange for renaming New York’s Penn Station and Washington’s Dulles International Airport after Trump. The funding had been frozen since the government shutdown in October. The halt has resulted in the immediate loss of nearly 1,000 jobs, according to the Gateway Development Commission.
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Fania Legends to Honor Johnny Pacheco in New York City Tribute

Fania Legends to Honor Johnny Pacheco in New York City Tribute

Fania Legends to Honor Johnny Pacheco in New York City Tribute
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Buffalo's Anchor Bar Celebrated for Originating Iconic Buffalo Wings

Buffalo's Anchor Bar Celebrated for Originating Iconic Buffalo Wings

Buffalo's Anchor Bar Celebrated for Originating Iconic Buffalo Wings
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Gerard Butler Stars in 'Empire City' Action-Thriller Amid Hostage Crisis Plot

Gerard Butler Stars in 'Empire City' Action-Thriller Amid Hostage Crisis Plot

Gerard Butler Stars in 'Empire City' Action-Thriller Amid Hostage Crisis Plot
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Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Tri-State Area, Posing Severe Health Risks

Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Tri-State Area, Posing Severe Health Risks

The National Weather Service has issued an 'Extreme Cold' warning for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, effective from early Saturday until Sunday afternoon. The region is bracing for dangerously low temperatures, with wind chills expected to drop as low as 20 degrees below zero. This severe weather condition poses significant health risks, including hypothermia and frostbite, which can occur within minutes of exposure. The cold front is also expected to bring additional snowfall, exacerbating the challenges faced by residents. New York City has activated a Code Blue warning, implementing emergency protocols to protect vulnerable populations.
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Extreme Cold Warning Issued for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut

Extreme Cold Warning Issued for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut

A mass of arctic air is moving over the tri-state area, bringing dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills well below zero. The National Weather Service has issued 'Extreme Cold' warnings for parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut from early Saturday until Sunday afternoon. In New York City, the Lower Hudson Valley, and northeast New Jersey, the warning is in effect from 10 a.m. Saturday to 1 p.m. Sunday. Northwest winds of 15 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, are expected, leading to wind chills between minus 15 and minus 25. Light snow is anticipated late Friday night into Saturday morning, with accumulations of up to 3 inches in some areas.
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The next Catholic archbishop of New York seeks 'a church that builds bridges'

The next Catholic archbishop of New York seeks 'a church that builds bridges'

Ronald Hicks is set to be installed as the 11th archbishop of New York
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Epstein emails show he helped arrange White House visit for Woody Allen

Epstein emails show he helped arrange White House visit for Woody Allen

Woody Allen’s friendship with Jeffrey Epstein has been known for years, but emails in the huge trove of records released by the Justice Department illustrate that relationship in new depth
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On This Day: Joan Whitney Payson, Trailblazing Owner of the New York Mets, Is Born (1903)

On This Day: Joan Whitney Payson, Trailblazing Owner of the New York Mets, Is Born (1903)

Joan Whitney Payson was a pioneering figure in the world of sports, particularly in Major League Baseball. As the first woman to own a major league...
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Bo Nickal returns at RAF 7, Kyle Snyder books Olympic rematch and ex-UFC fighter gets title shot

Bo Nickal returns at RAF 7, Kyle Snyder books Olympic rematch and ex-UFC fighter gets title shot

The lineup for RAF 7 includes Bo Nickal’s return plus several Olympic medalists and much more