The city’s restaurant grading system saw a big success last year and experts say it’s due to an increase in transparency and education between the health department and the public.
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Dr. Craig Spencer released from Bellevue after Ebola recovery
The New York doctor diagnosed with ebola has a clean bill of health.
Ivan Pereira on “The Debrief with David Ushery” Oct. 5, 2014
Ivan Pereira appeared on the WNBC 4 news show to discuss his article on the rise in billionaires in New York City.
Big soda ban is thrown out by NYS’s highest court
The city’s fight to keep soda ban fizzled for the final time.
‘How I Met Your Mother’ creators, star view finale with NYC Fans
The writers behind the hit CBS sitcom celebrated its finale at the place that helped to inspire it and with the fans that made it a hit.
Ivan Pereira on the Debrief with David Ushery
Ivan Pereira discusses his articles on the City Council’s decision not to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade and Build it Back delays.
Citi Bike ridership stays strong nine months into the program
Mother nature can huff and puff all she likes, but she isn’t making a dent in the popularity of the city’s bike share program.
Apollo Theater looks forward to its 80th anniversary celebration
The legendary Apollo Theater will kick off its 80th birthday with celebrations that look back at its past.
Mayor orders gas ration plan to ease lines at the pump
Desperate times call for desperate measures as the city decides to ration gas.
Obama tours Sandy damage with Christie, pledges full support
The once political rivals put their party lines aside to help the Garden State recover from the hurricane.
Fire destroys more than 100 homes in Breezy Point
Hurricane Irene completely devastated the shore community that’s home to firefighters.
Hurricane Sandy winds damage crane in midtown
Hurricane Sandy’s effects were felt in Midtown just hours before it struck the city.
NYC prepares for Sandy during the calm before the storm
New York isn’t taking any chances with hurricane Sandy.
Gay rights groups toast Chick-fil-A for apparent change of heart
The fast food chain may have changed its stance on support groups opposed to gay marriage.
Crane slip causes damage at WTC construction site
An accident at 4 World Trade Center caused minimal damage but lots of delays.
Fire Lieutenant Dies Fighting Brooklyn Warehouse Blaze
The mayor and city’s fire commissioner are mourning the loss of a 17-year veteran firefighter who did more than just put out flames.
Video: Fans react to surprising start
Mets fans chat about their strengthened hope for the new season following a 4-0 start.
Astoria man arrested in elder’s street death
An 89-year-old woman is dead after a motorist hit her with his car while he was drunk, according to prosecutors.
UPDATE: Police arrest SE Qns. firebomb suspect
UPDATE: Police say they have arrested a man they say is responsible for the SE Queens firebombings.
Cops question man in connection with Jamaica firebombings
Cops hunt for a Molotov cocktail throwing suspect in Jamaica as religious leaders stand in solidarity against hate.