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Washington Square News

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

TV portrays idealized New York City

TV portrays idealized New York City

Annie Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor January 29, 2015
Television shows like Girls portray an unrealistic standard for post-grad life in New York City.

New program to provide photo IDs

Jimmy Chin, Contributing Writer January 26, 2015
Free photo ID program launched to help undocumented immigrants, the elderly, and the homeless.
Four police officers restrain a protester.

Protests follow Garner decision

News Team December 4, 2014
Thousands marched through NYC to protest the grand jury decision not to charge the NYPD officer for the death of Eric Garner.
This Weekend: Dec. 5-8

This Weekend: Dec. 5-8

Sam Del Rowe December 4, 2014
The plethora of holiday-related activities in the city this weekend ensures that no matter who your companions are, you’ll find something festive and inexpensive to do.
Body cameras cannot fix racism

Body cameras cannot fix racism

Omar Etman and Tommy Collison December 4, 2014
The grand jury's failure to indict the officer who killed Eric Garner shows that body cameras may not be the perfect solution.
NYC hit by hybrid food trend

NYC hit by hybrid food trend

Caroline Ogulnick, Staff Writer December 2, 2014

Ramen, hamburgers, doughnuts, bagels and pretzels are all enticing foods on their own, but sometimes eating the traditional versions can become a little repetitive. Chefs and restaurants...

Laurie Arbeiter protests in Herald Square as a part of the Blackout Black Friday event.

Protesters attempt to disrupt Black Friday sales

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor December 1, 2014
Washington Square News looks at the social media reactions to the #BlackoutBlackFriday boycott.
Bikes on Bridges plan announced

Bikes on Bridges plan announced

Stephanie Grella, Staff Writer November 26, 2014
The NYC Department of Transportation plans to increase bike lanes by 50 miles per year.

Hunger problems higher than ever this holiday

Staff Editorial Board, Staff Editorial Board November 26, 2014
Hunger is a growing issue in NYC after federal cuts to food stamp programs. Now the burden of feeding citizens is left up to the city administration.

No indictment in Ferguson spurs mass protests

John Ambrosio and Valentina Duque Bojanini November 25, 2014
Protests were staged around the country after a grand jury decision not to charge officer Darren Wilson for the death of Michael Brown on Nov. 24.
Businesses emulate Chipotle’s model

Businesses emulate Chipotle’s model

Lingyi Hou, Contributing Writer November 25, 2014
Businesses emulate Chipotle's model of fast-food service.