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Morning Headlines: NYC Public Hospital Strike Looms, NJ Judge Rejects Affordable Housing Delay, Members-Only Clubs for Dogs, and Potential Roadblock on Eve of Congestion Pricing

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Jan 3, 2025
Doctors at four NYC public hospitals are set to strike over stalled contract discussions. A New Jersey judge has dismissed attempts by towns to delay affordable housing mandates. Meanwhile, private clubs for dogs are becoming the city's latest trend, boasting trainers and organic food options. The looming congestion pricing is surrounded by legal uncertainties that may impede its launch. Lastly, subway crime is on the rise, raising safety concerns and challenging city officials as they navigate the political landscape.
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NYC Public Hospital Strike Looms

  • Doctors at four NYC public hospitals plan to strike over stalled contract talks.
  • They are enraged by the city's decision to cut new patient visit times in half.
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NJ Affordable Housing Mandate Upheld

  • A New Jersey judge rejected 26 towns' attempt to delay affordable housing mandates.
  • The judge ruled that delaying the law would worsen conditions for low-income households.
ANECDOTE

Members-Only Dog Clubs

  • Members-only dog clubs are trending in NYC, offering trainers, organic food, and curated experiences.
  • Dogs become so attached they resist leaving, says Happy Tales co-founder Irving Follas.
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