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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 10h

FDNY EMS Local 2507, the union representing more than 4,000 emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and fire inspectors, has launched the #StandWithEMS campaign

EMS workers say job risks, challenges, exhaustion are nearly overwhelming in new campaign

FDNY EMS Local 2507 has launched the #StandWithEMS campaign to raise public awareness about the challenges faced by first responders.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 11h

ICYMI: Illinois leaders went to court Monday to stop President Donald Trump from sending National Guard troops to Chicago, escalating a clash between Democratic-led states and the Republican administration.

Chicago and Illinois sue to stop Trump’s National Guard deployment plan after Portland ruling

Illinois leaders went to court Monday to stop President Donald Trump from sending National Guard troops to Chicago

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 13h

Despite humidity sticking around during early autumn, Vegandale New York 2025 was a major success. The vegan experience, started in 2015 by Hellenic Vincent De Paul, captivated and brought out thousands in attendance.

Vegandale New York 2025 continues its ‘world vegan domination’

Vegandale NY 2025 brought vibrant energy, Caribbean flavors, and Black-owned vegan businesses to Citi Field.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 14h

D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” music video, has died. He was 51. Read more here: http://bit.ly/3KNfqb6

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 15h

The race is on to get to City Hall. Visit our Election 2025 Special Section at amsterdamnews.com/election2025 for insights on key races, candidate information, and more.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 16h

There is plenty to divide audiences in “One Battle After Another,” the rollicking and provocative new feature produced, written, and directed by auteur Paul Thomas Anderson and inspired by the Thomas Pynchon novel “Vineland.”

The fire last time: “One Battle After Another” brings current environment to life

Like the American political war zone we currently live in, there is plenty to divide audiences in “One Battle After Another."

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 17h

Amid a government shutdown, Rep. Adriano Espaillat and local leaders called attention to the White House’s threat to halt funding for the Second Avenue Subway in Harlem — a critical infrastructure project first proposed a century ago.

Trump admin stonewall leaves Second Avenue subway funding in peril once again

During the shutdown, Rep. Espaillat and local leaders spotlighted White House threats to cut Second Avenue Subway funding in Harlem.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 18h

President Donald Trump took office and vowed to bring down prescription drug prices. But experts say his plan — threatening tariffs as high as 100% on drugs imported from China and India.

Trump’s tariffs could send prescription drug prices out of reach

Studies confirm it: one in three Americans can’t afford to take recommended doses of prescription drugs because of skyrocketing prices.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 19h

The NYC Comptroller’s Office has found growing excessive force allegations against the NYPD in the past three years, according to a report.

NYC comptroller finds spike in excessive force allegations against NYPD

The NYC Comptroller’s Office has found growing excessive force allegations against the NYPD in the past three years.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

EDITORIAL: "U.S. foreign and domestic policies often converge, and there are several examples of this today. Take, for example, Donald Trump’s deployment of troops to major American cities and the attack on suspected narco-traffickers in the Caribbean.

EDITORIAL: Trump at the throttle of doomed destinies

With Trump at the throttle, nothing is impossible and doom awaits, whether foreign or domestic.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

THEATER: At a time when the current presidential administration is targeting Latinx families, it is so appropriate and bold for actor, playwright, and producer John Leguizamo to write and star in “The Other Americans,” his new play at The Public Theatre.

“The Other Americans” depicts the American Dream turning into a nightmare

John Leguizamo’s “The Other Americans” explores Latinx family struggles and the American Dream at The Public Theatre.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

Too many Black Americans wait longer for transplants—and some never make it off of the list.

Share your views in our short survey. Your voice could help save lives.

👉Visit bit.ly/4nzm82L to take the survey.
#DonateLife #BlackHealthMatters

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

While the MTA insists the increase is necessary to sustain the transit system, critics argue that this ongoing cycle of fare hikes criminalizes poverty and disproportionately affects the city’s working class. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4ohyQmX

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

SPORTS: Monroe’s women’s soccer team has continued to do well despite repeated coaching changes, but it has not returned to the same level it had in 2018.

Monroe women’s soccer program aims for another national championship

Currently 6–0–1, the Monroe University women’s soccer team is aiming to reclaim its spot as best in the nation.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

Today we honor the First Lady of Gospel, Pastor Shirley Caesar on her birthday!

New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

OP-ED: "What remains to be seen is the extent to which the Dems will aggressively seize on these openings. We wait to see and hear from the DNC and its cohort" - Herb Boyd

OP-ED: Dems have opportunities as GOP cracks, but shouldn’t wait too late

What remains to be seen is the extent to which the Dems will aggressively seize on these openings.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

FDNY EMS Local 2507, the union representing more than 4,000 emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and fire inspectors, has launched the #StandWithEMS campaign.

EMS workers say job risks, challenges, exhaustion are nearly overwhelming in new campaign

FDNY EMS Local 2507 has launched the #StandWithEMS campaign to raise public awareness about the challenges faced by first responders.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

As Republican and Democrat legislators squabble over the federal government shutdown, educators worry that the impacts to funding for schools and colleges could be serious the longer it continues.

New York schools, higher ed in trouble as government shutdown lingers; Jeffries blasts GOP for ‘crisis’

Educators warn the federal shutdown could delay school funding, FAFSA aid, and student healthcare in New York.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

The city Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) released the final version of the “Where We Live” plan on October 2 to comply with federal fair housing standards, as well as state and local anti-discrimination laws.

City publishes ‘Where We Live’ strategy to navigate fair housing for New Yorkers

HPD released the final version of the “Where We Live” plan to comply with federal fair housing standards as well as state and local laws.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 1d

WEATHER ALERT: A nor'easter continues bringing heavy rains and high winds to the Tri-State area. A high wind advisory and costal flood warning remains in effect for parts of New York City for Monday. Go to amsterdamnews.com/weather for more information.

New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 2d

The #NYC Comptroller’s Office has found growing excessive force allegations against the #NYPD in the past three years, according to a report published on September 22.

NYC comptroller finds spike in excessive force allegations against NYPD

The NYC Comptroller’s Office has found growing excessive force allegations against the NYPD in the past three years.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 2d

Remember when #dance moved out of the conventional #theatre spaces and onto the sides of buildings and street corners?

Well, look out because here comes Nora Chipaumire’s “Dambudzo,” bringing a touch of deja vu with an #African diasporic twist to BAM’s Next Wave.

Step inside the shabini when Nora Chipaumire’s "Dambudzo" comes to BAM

Nora Chipaumire’s “Dambudzo” transforms BAM into a radical, immersive space for African diasporic performance and resistance

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 2d

This week, as our #Jewish siblings concluded the holy days of #RoshHashanah and #YomKippur, we entered October carrying both sacred reflection and global sorrow.

Performing faith with a broken spirit, here and abroad

It is human to cling to our tribe and protect what feels like ours, but that instinct, if left unchecked, leads to isolation and violence.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 2d

EDITORIAL: "U.S. foreign and domestic policies often converge, and there are several examples of this today. Take, for example, Trump’s deployment of troops to major American cities and the attack on suspected narco-traffickers in the Caribbean."

EDITORIAL: Trump at the throttle of doomed destinies

With Trump at the throttle, nothing is impossible and doom awaits, whether foreign or domestic.

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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 2d

WEATHER ALERT: A nor'easter is headed to the city today bringing heavy rain and high winds. A high wind advisory and costal flood warning is in effect for parts of New York City for Sunday and Monday. Go to amsterdamnews.com/weather for more information.

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