New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Investigation will help NYC homeless shelters

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board October 22, 2014
Mayor Bill de Blasio's decision to investigate the city's homeless shelters procedures is a positive step towards improving homeless safety.
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De Blasio announces creation of tech hub

Suebin Kim, Contributing Writer October 6, 2014
Mayor Bill De Blasio launched the Digital.NYC program this past week. Digital.NYC is a program meant to provide a place for "start-up innovators and grad students to angel investors and venture capitalists," to develop their ideas.

NYC’s Silicon Alley must include women

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board October 6, 2014
NYC's Silicon Alley could be a more welcoming place for women in the tech industry.

New Yorkers’ fear of ISIS misguided

WSN Editorial Board September 30, 2014
The NYPD has taken strong security measures to protect New Yorkers from feared ISIS attack.
Discounts benefit low-income New Yorkers

Discounts benefit low-income New Yorkers

Zahra Haque, Contributing Columnist September 30, 2014
New York City's municipal ID cards will grant low-income residents, namely immigrants, access to cultural institutions they may not currently visit.
Economic diversity needed in NYC buildings

Economic diversity needed in NYC buildings

Omar Etman, Deputy Opinion Editor September 15, 2014
It is up to New Yorkers to affirm their commitment to economic diversity in housing.
Traffic cameras introduced to promote safer driving

Traffic cameras introduced to promote safer driving

Alanna Bayarin, contributing writer September 11, 2014
Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled the first new speed cameras as part of his new Vision Zero plan, which aims to eliminate traffic deaths.
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Panel evalutes de Blasio’s record

Alanna Bayarin, Contributing Writer September 4, 2014
Gallatin panel discussed progressiveness of the new mayor last night.
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De Blasio, Bartiromo examine city issues at Skirball Center

April 18, 2014
De Blasio answered questions from Bartiromo about his first 100 days as mayor and how he plans to overcome several challenges facing the city.
Omars Oration: De Blasio must speak out against 2031 during visit

Omar’s Oration: De Blasio must speak out against 2031 during visit

April 15, 2014
Supporting a heedless, excessive expansion in the middle of one of New York City’s most historic neighborhoods only perpetuates the “tale of two cities” he warned against.
New York City arts education under siege

New York City arts education under siege

April 14, 2014
The arts can no longer be seen as expendable.
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Bill protects interns from workplace harassment

April 3, 2014
City councilman James Vacca is a primary sponsor of the bill.