Author: Midtown Tribune NYC
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Baldo? – How the writer behind the comic strip ‘Baldo’ blends humor with humanity…
A newspaper’s comics section often provides a lighthearted escape from serious frontpage headlines. But comic writer Hector Cantú feels a duty to reflect reality in his “Baldo” series, which debuted in 2000. The only nationally syndicated comic strip about a Latino family, its characters have encountered sensitive political issues over the years, such as immigration.…
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We shouldn’t be raising questions on what human rights are
The Trump administration is reviewing the role of human rights in U.S. foreign policy through the launch of the “Unalienable Rights” commission. Democratic Rep. Tom Malinowski of New Jersey joins “Red & Blue” to discuss his criticism of the plan. CBS News video.
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Statue of Liberty climber talks about her protest
Last July 4, Patricia Okoumou introduced herself to the world on the biggest stage possible by climbing the base of the Statue of Liberty, in protest. PIX11 New York news video.
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Incredible Video Shows US Coast Guards Busting Drug-Smuggling Submarine
Incredible footage from Coast Guardsmen shows them leaping onto a drug-smuggling submarine in the open ocean in the Pacific last month. The U.S. Coast Guards say the submarine was purpose-built to hold large amounts of drugs and evade detection by authorities. NBC New York video.
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“Gender Neutralize” The U.S. Presidency
Democrats sponsored the bill called “The 21st Century Presidents Act” that would change the pronouns to be used for the President. TheDC Shorts – Daily Caller news video.
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Video shows taxi crashing into Manhattan restaurant
Eight people were injured when a taxi crashed into a restaurant in Manhattan Thursday. It happened at 53rd Street and Ninth Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen, with the cab hitting a mixed-use occupancy building with Westville Hell’s Kitchen on first floor and 10 apartments above… ABC7 New York news video.
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Invasive Plants Overrun New York’s Parks
To get rid of invasive plants in new York parks – is it discrimination and against inclusiveness of city hall ? CBS New York news video.
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NJ TRANSIT Door Opens During Ride. Video.
An NJ TRANSIT train’s door opened during the ride to Penn Station. CBS New York news video.
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Inspector General Finds More MTA Corruption
The shocking abuses of MTA resources and money by employees as the agency claims it is performing at top efficiency. CBS New York news video.
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Bronx School Stabber Testifies In Court
The student who took the stand in his own defense after fatal stabbing in a Bronx class. CBS New York news video.
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Manhattan parks are major part of $1.45 billion flood mitigation
The project is in the planning stages and is set to begin in 2020. PIX11 New York news video.
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Monroe College Hacked
The website for Monroe College has reportedly been hacked, with suspects demanding a ransom to end the malware attack. CBS New York news video.
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ACLU files lawsuit ahead of anticipated ICE raids
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a federal lawsuit that aims to protect asylum seekers from an immigration enforcement operation expected to start this weekend. The lawsuit argues that those individuals weren’t allowed a fair chance to request asylum and their deportation orders aren’t valid. Most of them are from El Salvador, Guatemala and…
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Dead New Yorkers – Scientist’s Body Found In Bunker
The body of a missing American scientist from New York was reportedly found in WWII bunker on the Greek island of Crete. CBS New York news video.
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Book Vending Machines Come To NYC
New book vending machines, promoting literacy in New York City came to all 5 boros. CBS New York news video.
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Why Aren’t There More Recycling Bins In NYC?
NYC. lack of recycling bins across New York City for people to throw after items like cans and bottles. CBS New York news video.
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How Grammy-nominated singer Falu found her identity through music
Falu is a Grammy-nominated songwriter and performer who grew up in India, where she studied music religiously before even having the opportunity to touch a microphone. Although she had long blended American influences into her music, it wasn’t until she moved to New York that she started creating in English. Falu offers her brief but…
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Fed chairman Jay Powell thinks wages could be much higher
The U.S.’ central banker thinks highly of the economy, but disagrees with President Trump on most major financial points. CBS News video.
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NY Governor Cuomo Launches “See the Catskills Like Never Before” Summer Tourism Campaign
Campaign Aims to Bring Even More Visitors to the Region and Includes New I LOVE NY Ads for TV and Digital Platforms, a New Tourism Website and App, and Print Brochures – Campaign Programs Include the “Catskills Fire Tower Five Challenge” and “Hike with UsNYGovCuomo – NY Governor Cuomo official video.
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Ben Shapiro Debates Lauren Duca on Rapinoe Controversy
Ben Shapiro speaks with Progressive author Lauren Duca about a highly edited clip that was circulating regarding Shapiro’s take on the women’s soccer team winning the World Cup.The Ben Shapiro Show – Daily Wire video.