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Rules may toughen for NYC cab drivers
Cab drivers in New York City aren't allowed to use a cell phone while driving, but the Taxi and Limousine Commission says that ban isn't working. Ashley Milne-Tyte reports the agency is seeking to crack down on offenders. (10/19/2009)
New York's mindset 8 years after 9/11
People throughout the country are remembering 9/11. For many, the memory of the terrorist attacks has faded a bit. But in New York, it's very much present in people's minds. Amy Scott reports. (09/11/2009)
Brooklyn will go easy on its skyline
The Atlantic Yards development project in Brooklyn was set to include housing, offices and a basketball arena. But the recession has forced the project to scale back. Sally Herships reports that could be a good thing. (07/08/2009)
'Hugging saint' embraces vendors too
Thousands of people are expected to show up to get a hug from Indian spiritual leader Amma as she stops in the Big Apple. April Dembosky reports souvenir vendors won't be far behind. (07/06/2009)
GE begins clean up of Hudson River
Today General Electric will begin dredging toxic chemicals called PCBs from the upper part of New York's Hudson River. Ashley Milne-Tyte reports. (05/15/2009)
Longtime renter, first-time buyer
For the latest in our Housing Madness series, we wanted to talk to someone taking advantage of the down market and buying property. Ashley Milne-Tyte found a first-time buyer in New York City -- where you'd least expect it. (04/04/2008)
London losing financial bragging rights?
The City of London Corporation is worried it may be losing the upper hand to the former Colonies when it comes to international finance. But some say the fuss over top-dog status is all hype, an effort to relax government regulations. Jill Barshay reports. (02/29/2008)
Murdoch will change WSJ, but how?
Dow Jones shareholders, mainly the Bancroft family, are expected to formally approve the takeover by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp tomorrow. They'll get $5 billion in exchange for giving up the Wall Street Journal. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports on what's in store for the companies and the paper. (12/12/2007)
New York's MTA puts new plan on track
New York City's Metropolitan Transit Authority is planning to overhaul its management structure in an effort to improve the upkeep and performance of its sprawling subway and rail system. Amy Scott reports. (12/06/2007)
Finding the sweet spot in giving
Reynold Levy, president of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, has shown mastery at tapping the resources of New York City to fund his nonprofit institution. He talks with host Kai Ryssdal in our Conversations From the Corner Office. (10/25/2007)
