Crime Shakes NYC, Americans Die from COVID at Higher Rates than Europeans, Tiki Barber Gets Emotional Over Brian Flores Lawsuit

Crime Shakes NYC, Americans Die from COVID at Higher Rates than Europeans, Tiki Barber Gets Emotional Over Brian Flores Lawsuit

Lynda Lopez looks at Mayor Adams' calls for federal help to get the crime surge under control, explores why U.S. COVID-19 death rates are far higher than other wealthy nations, and takes a hard look at Brian Flores' lawsuit against the NFL.

Mourning and Outrage Over Cop's Murder; Long Island Parents Demand End to School Mask Mandate

Lynda Lopez takes a deep dive into the top stories affecting us this week.

NYC Faces Spate of Violence; Pres. Biden Looks to Change Course in Year Two

With gun violence plaguing New York City, Lynda Lopez looks at how the city and state are fighting the crime surge. Plus, President Biden aims to change perceptions as he begins the second year of his presidency.

Hospitals Strained & Short-Staffed, SCOTUS Vax Mandate Ruling, Bronx Fire Reckoning

Lynda Lopez examines the dire staffing shortage at local hospitals that are preparing for military re-enforcements next week plus an in-depth look at the fallout and reckoning after the deadly Bronx fire. WCBS sports director Brad Heller tells us about the Yankees history-making promotion of Rachel Balkovec to be the first female manager of an MLB affiliate and Keith Hernandez talks to Howie Rose and Wayne Randazzo about his #17 being retired by the Mets this summer.

New Mayor, Schools struggle with Covid and remembering Jan 6th

Lynda Lopez runs down our top stories this week in 880 Weekly Rewind