Hell Gate

A new outlet owned and run by journalists covering New York City, with a mixture of blog posts, features, columns, and investigations.
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Eric Adams Says Welcome to Fear City
The mayor is Getting Stuff Done (blaming the threat of massive budget cuts on asylum seekers).
Let’s Talk to the DJ Who Played That Long Island Nightclub in 1988
DJ Jeff "Jeff Nec" Neckonoff "would love to get a disco and house thing going in Manhattan."
The Wheels on the Bus Might Go on Strike
It's the first day of school, time to sit up straight and read some links.
The New York Post Really Hates the Smell of Weed
Plus, some links to elevate your Wednesday morning.
Summer 2023 Ends Like it Began: With a Lifeguard Shortage
Cool off in a pool, if you can.
Gee, Did the Media Get Andrew Cuomo All Wrong?
Media criticism of media criticism, plus more stories for the long weekend.
Trader Joe’s Union Redo In Aisle Two
Trader Joe's employees on Essex Street are fearlessly flying into another attempt at a union.
Your Favorite Restaurant Probably Stole Wages From Its Workers
The backbone of the small business class is stiffing your workers.
Who Wants to Leave NYC for Cop City?
I tried to cover an Atlanta Police Department recruiting event, they wanted me to become a cop.
Eric Duprey’s Family Is Challenging the Official Police Narrative
And some links to start your week.