Podcasts about Staten Island

A federal border officer is recovering after being shot during a robbery attempt in Riverside Park. Police say the off-duty agent returned fire, wounding a suspect who is now in custody. Meanwhile, New York City is proposing new safety rules for basement and cellar apartments as part of an effort to protect tenants in flood-prone areas. And Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani has paused his campaign for a trip to his birthplace of Uganda.

Godfrey is joined by Chef Shawnae Dixon to discuss Staten Island's Black history, the legacy of Sandy Ground, slavery in New York, and the world-famous Shawnae's House restaurant with Akeem Woods, Eva Evans & Dante Nero.Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, random videos Godfrey found on the internet and so much more! We're not reinventing the wheel, we're just talking 'ish twice a week... with GODFREY on In Godfrey We Trust.Original Air Date: 07.15 .25-------------------------------

More than a century after its plans for the Second Avenue Subway began, the MTA is set to launch the next phase of the project which would bring new stations to East Harlem. WNYC's Ramsey Khalifeh unpacks how this long-promised investment could transform the neighborhood and what residents fear it might cost them.

Several law enforcement unions, including those representing NYPD lieutenants, detectives, and sergeants, have endorsed Mayor Adams' reelection bid during an event outside City Hall Thursday. Meanwhile, mosquitoes are swarming across New York City this summer amid hot and wet weather. Police are also searching for a woman accused of taking a subway train for a joyride in Queens early Thursday. Plus, the MTA is responding to near historic rainfall this week, proposed ferry service route changes, and updates on a controversial bike lane in South Williamsburg.

New York City's largest public defender group, the Legal Aid Society, has delayed a planned strike after demanding higher pay and lower caseloads. Meanwhile, mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo says the state should return power to the city to set its own rent regulations. Plus, a Brooklyn family court judge has dismissed manslaughter charges against a 12-year-old accused of accidentally shooting his 15-year-old cousin last year.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expanding a program that seeks to reduce violent crime on specific blocks. Plus, New Jersey could lose more than $3 billion in federal Medicaid funding after President Trump signed a new law that many low-income people rely on for health insurance. Also, the Association of Volleyball Professionals is transforming Wollman Rink into a sand court and showcasing some of the world's best players. And finally, New Yorkers who receive food benefits can now visit the Museum of Natural History for free.

This summer, we will feature a guide for what to do in all five boroughs. Today Pamela Silvestri, food editor at the Staten Island Advance, talks about her favorite summer attractions from around the borough. Plus, listeners share their favorite summer spots on Staten Island.

Felony assaults in New York City have jumped 45 percent since 2017, even as most other major crimes decline. Meanwhile, the RFK Bridge's lift span over the Harlem River will close intermittently overnight Thursday from midnight to 5 a.m. Friday. Plus, a new analysis by StreetLight ranks Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx among the top U.S. counties for getting around on foot or by bike.

Former NYPD Commissioner Tom Donlon filed a civil racketeering lawsuit accusing the Adams Administration of running a criminal enterprise through city government. Plus, a number of city law enforcement unions are endorsing Mayor Adams' re-election campaign. Also, the gaming company Bally's won't be able to build a casino in the Bronx. And finally, a lesson on spotted lanternflies.

New York State Attorney Letitia James is suing the Trump administration to try and save a FEMA program that would fund 38 infrastructure projects in the state. The affected programs are meant to help shield against disasters like rapid flooding. Meanwhile, Pop singer and New Jersey native Connie Francis, has died at the age of 87. Also, on this week's politics segment, WNYC's Elizabeth Kim and Brigid Bergin give the latest updates on the New York City Mayoral race including candidate Zohran Mamdani's private meeting with power brokers.

On this Wednesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Curtis Sliwa continues to fill-in for morning show host Sid Rosenberg, alongside John Catsimatidis and former Governor David Paterson, before Greg Kelly relieves the Republican Mayoral candidate for the second half of this morning's program. In crew discuss the ongoing NYC mayoral race, campaign analytics, and poll numbers revealing a tight race. Issues such as real estate challenges, the city's budget, and local governance are discussed. Other topics include the impact of the 'City of Yes' and lithium-ion battery storage concerns in Staten Island, along with all the top national headlines in the news today. Gordon Chang, Scott LoBaido, Senator Roger Marshall, Vito Fossella, Sid Rosenberg, Roger Stone, Rudy Washington, Carlos Velazquez & Suzanne Miller join the show on this hump day installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Relentless Patriot Scott LoBaido calls in for his weekly Wednesday morning hit on the program, to rant about significant concerns about lithium-ion battery warehouses being built near residential areas in Staten Island and other NYC boroughs. LoBaido also focus on Curtis Sliwa's mayoral run and the pushback against current NYC officials that are calling for Curtis to drop out of the race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vito Fossella, the Borough President of Staten Island, calls into the show to discuss the installation of large battery storage units in residential areas, which Vito opposes due to safety and aesthetic concerns, and the 'City of Yes' initiative, which he believes may lead to overdevelopment. Vito also shares his perspectives on the broader political climate, expressing concerns about progressive policies and the importance of the upcoming NYC Mayoral election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former interim NYPD commissioner Tom Donlon has filed a federal lawsuit accusing the Adams administration of running a criminal enterprise through the department. Meanwhile, police are investigating the stabbing and killing of a 16-year-old girl Tuesday in the Bronx. Plus, Newark is activating code red through Friday morning as the heat and humidity will make it feel hotter than a hundred degrees. Finally, WNYC's Elijah Hurewitz-Ravitch reports on a new construction project that is disturbing horses at a nearby stable.

New York City and state officials are turning parts of the Christian Cultural Center's campus into a housing development. Plus, New York State has a dedicated team to push information about severe weather to emergency managers. And finally, the Trump administration's tax bill will slash a $29 million program that helps some New Yorkers eat healthy on a budget.

Queens high school student Derlis Toaquiza is expected to be released soon after spending more than a month in immigration detention. He was taken into custody after attending a mandatory immigration hearing in Lower Manhattan. Meanwhile, remains found in a submerged vehicle on Long Island have been identified as a man who disappeared nearly 15 years ago. Plus, Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani met with New York City power brokers Tuesday to discuss affordability, public safety, and his relationship with the Jewish community.

The show continues to react to the breaking news of Sauce Gardner extending with the Jets and if Staten Island has beaches.

Love our show? Become a Parajunkie TODAY! Check out From One To Wicked on SpotifyFrom One To Wicked on Apple PodcastsThis week on The Most Haunted City on Earth, we're doing something special—and a little wicked. We're fusing our true crime podcast From One to Wicked to bring you a chilling crossover episode that dives into three of the most sinister crime scenes with active paranormal activity. We're starting with the Kreischer Mansion in Staten Island, where mob murder meets Victorian ghost stories. Then we head west to the infamous Leonard Lake & Charles Ng cabin, where ritualistic horror lingers in the woods of Wilseyville, California. And finally, we revisit one of the most controversial paranormal cases ever recorded—the Doris Bither house, better known as The Entity case. This episode is where true crime and the supernatural collide... and the results are terrifying.Even though this is a crossover episode, don't worry—your regular dose of The Most Haunted City on Earth is still coming later this week! This special drop is just a little haunted appetizer for the Parajunkies before we bring you our usual spine-tingling Savannah tales. So hit play, grab your EMF detector and your detective notebook, and join us as we explore some of the darkest places where the line between murder and the paranormal completely disappears.

Officials in Plainfield, NJ are clearing debris after several inches of rain caused flood waters to rise. Plus, former governor Andrew Cuomo says he's staying in New York City's mayor's race as an independent candidate. And finally, the National Weather Service says the heat could break 100 degrees later this

Rain is tapering off after flash flooding hammered parts of New York and New Jersey Monday night, leaving roads submerged and businesses flooded. Meanwhile, Governor Kathy Hochul is calling on Congress to give states more power to detect and disable drones. Plus, the New York City Council is proposing the “Back Home Act,” a set of bills aimed at helping tenants and landlords displaced by fires and floods.

Authorities say two women died in Plainfield, New Jersey after flash flooding swept their car into a brook during Monday night's storms. Meanwhile, a heat wave is gripping the region, with temperatures expected to feel like 100 degrees by midweek. Also, New York City is enacting new laws to guarantee minimum pay and protections for 20,000 grocery delivery workers. And with the MLB All-Star Game set for Tuesday night, Defector staff writer Maitreyi Anantharaman joins us to preview the action.

The New York City Council is set to pass a bill Monday requiring city jails to notify family and attorneys immediately after someone dies in custody. Meanwhile, medical examiners have ruled the death of 18-year-old Saniyah Cheatham in police custody a suicide. Plus, construction has started on the $16 billion Hudson River Tunnel project, which will add a new rail tunnel for NJ Transit and Amtrak before repairing the storm-damaged original tube. WNYC's Stephen Nessen takes us inside.

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that he'll be campaigning as an independent in New York City's mayor's race. Plus, the NYPD began rolling out its new quality of life teams Monday across Manhattan. Also, a bill making its way through the state house would allow law enforcement to use a common domestic violence risk assessment tool more widely. Meanwhile, a Brooklyn woman uses TikTok to post about her daily life as she recovers from an addiction to crack cocaine. And finally, New York City's very own Amaya Espinal has won this season of the reality dating show "Love Island.”

New York City is set to spend $120 million on immigration legal services in its new budget, nearly doubling last year's funding and marking a record investment. Meanwhile, Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla is criticizing PATH after equipment failures forced nearly all train service in and out of his city to shut down Saturday night. Plus, the MLB All-Star festivities begin in Atlanta with the Home Run Derby, where Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm will compete for a $1 million prize and a custom chain. Tomorrow's midsummer classic will see Mets stars Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor join Yankees standouts Aaron Judge and Carlos Rodón.

During the peak of the Tuberculosis pandemic, white nurses at Sea View Hospital in Staten Island, New York quit because they refused to care for Tuberculosis patients. As a result, the hospital recruited over 300 Black nurses throughout the country. As a result of their heroic act, these nurses were called the Black Angels. Ruben Britt speaks with one of the last living Black Angels, Dr. Virginia Allen.

Maddy Smith and Drew Dunn join Zac Amico and they discuss Grok's antisemitic tweets, the worst Uber rides, the Great Dane service dog, Zac's 4th of July in Staten Island, Toight or Noight - too heavy, the lunch lady who paid kids to beat up a fourth grader, the two inmates who had a baby but never met each other, the 18 year old found dead in police custody, an autopsy technician's advice on what not to do and so much more!(Air Date: July 9th, 2025)Support our sponsors!BodyBrainCoffee.com - Use promo code: ZOO15 to get 15% off!Zac Amico's Morning Zoo plug music can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMgQJEcVToY&list=PLzjkiYUjXuevVG0fTOX4GCTzbU0ooHQ-O&ab_channel=BulbyTo advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.com and click on "Advertisers" for more information!Submit your artwork via postal mail to:GaS Digital Networkc/o Zac's Morning Zoo151 1st Ave, #311New York, NY 10003You can sign up at GaSDigital.com with promo code: ZOO for a discount of $1.50 on your subscription and access to every Zac Amico's Morning Zoo show ever recorded! On top of that you'll also have the same access to ALL the shows that GaS Digital Network has to offer!Follow the whole show on social media!Maddy SmithTwitter: https://twitter.com/somaddysmithInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/somaddysmithDrew DunnTwitter: https://twitter.com/DrewDunnComedyInstagram: https://instagram.com/DrewDunnComedyZac AmicoTwitter: https://twitter.com/ZASpookShowInstagram: https://instagram.com/zacisnotfunnySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The arrival of curly fries at McDonald's in Chicago, two bears escaping and safely returning to their enclosure in a British wildlife park, a spider monkey causing a stir at a Mexican office, a Staten Island bodega owner rewarding children for good grades, and a photographer capturing rare footage of red foxes. To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus.   For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. You also get 25+ other shows on the network ad-free!   

Send us a textFrom behind prison walls comes a raw, unfiltered conversation that peels back the layers of street allegations, betrayal, and the consequences of life choices. This gripping phone call shines light on the complex world of reputation in street culture, where accusations of "snitching" can follow someone for decades.Our caller Enver Mehmeti, currently serving his 17th year of a 27-year federal sentence, finally breaks his silence about the rumors that have shadowed him throughout Staten Island. With remarkable detail, he recounts how two individuals—Gerald "Spree" Johnson and Morris "Power Just" Fuller—allegedly fabricated stories about his cooperation with authorities. The conversation walks through critical moments: a 2002 apartment raid where guns and drugs were discovered, recorded conversations meant to expose lies, and the strategic decisions that resulted in his lengthy sentence.Beyond simply defending his name, the caller delivers a powerful, heartfelt message to young people who might be seduced by portrayals of street life in media. "Please don't live a life that I lived," he implores, detailing the real-world costs of his choices. His support for community anti-violence initiatives reveals a man grappling with his past while trying to prevent others from following the same path.The most compelling moments come when he addresses why he's remained silent until now, citing threats of additional charges if he spoke out, and his surprisingly supportive comments about a local rapper who referenced the allegations against him in music.Whether you're interested in street culture, criminal justice, or personal redemption, this conversation offers a rare window into a world few get to glimpse directly. Listen and decide for yourself where truth lies in these long-standing street allegations.Support the showFollow our IG & YouTube for live updates @LFTGRadio

This summer, city drones are spotting more sharks off Rockaway and other beaches, prompting multiple temporary closures and stirring unease among beachgoers. WNYC's Liam Quigley explains what's driving the uptick in sightings. Also, New York Aquarium curator and marine biologist Hans Walters talks about shark behavior, the kinds of sharks near New York, and busts some of the biggest myths about these ocean predators.

A judge has granted a temporary restraining order, preventing the firings of dozens of NYPD officers who the department says were improperly hired. Plus, a state appeals court says the Adams administration must implement reforms to expand housing vouchers for low-income New Yorkers. Also, New Jersey native Amanda Anismova is off to the women's Wimbledon final Saturday. Meanwhile, Whole Foods has filed a lawsuit against the Public Hotel, in the Bowery, saying late night crowds for the hotel's popular rooftop bar are blocking its deliveries. And finally, a popular dating competition has taken over nightlife in New York City.

Columbia graduate and campus activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing the Trump administration for $20 million, alleging he was falsely imprisoned, maliciously prosecuted, and smeared as an anti-Semite. Meanwhile, a dozen crisis workers in New York and New Jersey who staff the 988 Lifeline's LGBTQ+ support line are expected to lose their jobs this month. Plus, WNYC's David Furst speaks with Phillip Markle, artistic director of the Brooklyn Comedy Collective, about this weekend's Fun & Dumb Improv Festival.

A month after New York City banned broker fees for most renters, a StreetEasy report shows rents rose only slightly, easing fears of a major spike. Meanwhile, state officials warn the new federal tax law could leave a $3 billion hole in New York's budget. Friday and Saturday bring the year's final Manhattanhenge sunsets, with prime views on cross streets like 14th and 72nd. And in transit news, riders are dealing with sweltering subway cars, a judge has approved Mayor Adams' plan to remove protections from a Bedford Avenue bike lane, and work continues on a $16 billion rail tunnel linking Midtown and New Jersey.

Between 1991 and 1993, the dismembered bodies of five gay and bisexual men were discovered in garbage bags along the highway in New York and New Jersey. The cause of the death for each was multiple stab wounds, and each victim had been disarticulated into eight pieces and placed in eight garbage bags before being deposited into trash barrels, where they were quickly discovered by a curious member of the public. Despite being discovered in different locations in different states, it didn't take long for investigators to identify the similarities between the victims. They were all older men, single or separated, and all had been seen last around closing time at various New York gay bars. Moreover, the scant evidence found with each bottom appeared to connect the murders back to Staten Island, but told detectives nothing else about the killer. Then, in late 1993, the murders simply stopped and the case went cold.The case of the man the press dubbed “The Last Call Killer” sat on a shelf for nearly a decade before a team of cold case investigators picked it up again, determined to make progress. In the years that passed, advances in technology had allowed for the collection of previously unseen evidence, and it was thanks to that technology that the case was finally solved.Thank you to the Incredible Dave White of Bring Me the Axe Podcast for research and Writing support!ReferencesBen-Ali, Russell, and William Rashbaum. 1993. "Grisly slayings linked?" Newsday, August 3: 4.—. 1993. "Hunt is on." Newsday, August 5: 6.Curran, John. 2006. "Ex-UM student given life sentences in slayings." Bangor Daily News, January 28: 25.Frederick, Henry. 1993. "Body parts found in Haverstraw." Journal News (White Plains, NY), August 1: 1.Green, Elon. 2021. Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York. New York, NY: Celadon Books.Hoober, John. 1991. "Turnpike murder victim was ex-banker." Lancaster New Era, May 15: 1.Lueck, Thomas. 2001. "Complicated portrait of a suspect in killings of gay men." New York Times, May 31.New York Times. 1993. "Thomas Mulcahy: Sales executive, devoted husband." New York Times, August 8: 40.Peet, Judy. 2000. "Technology revives search for gays' serial killer." Staten Island Advance, April 24: 15.Rashbaum, William. 1993. "Gay stalker?" Newsday, August 4: 5.Rosenblatt, Lionel. 1973. "Jury finds student not guilty." Bangor Daily News, November 4: 1.State of New Jersey v. Richard W. Rogers. 2008. 03-01-00050 (Superior Court of New Jersey, April 16).Walsh, James. 1993. "Tracking a killer." Journal News (White Plains, NY), October 24: Stay in the know - wondery.fm/morbid-wondery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Hochul administration warns that federal Medicaid cuts could hit the Bronx especially hard, threatening both health coverage and jobs in the borough. Meanwhile, in honor of Disability Pride Month, the Andrew Heiskell Library, New York City's only braille and talking book library, is rolling out new electronic Braille readers. And in Brooklyn, a woman has filed notice of intent to sue the city, alleging police failed to intervene when a mob of Orthodox Jewish men surrounded her outside a Crown Heights synagogue after a protest of Israel's security minister. She says she was not participating in the demonstration.

The chemical company DuPont is agreeing to pay $27 million dollars to residents of Hoosick, New York whose water supply was contaminated with toxic chemicals. Meanwhile, New York City officials say a man who had been detained at Rikers Island died Wednesday while receiving treatment at Bellevue Hospital. Plus, on this week's politics segment, WNYC reporters Brigid Bergin and Jimmy Vielkind give us an update on Zohran Mamdani's new supporters, Andrew Cuomo's future plans, and the governors race.

Democratic Rep. Adriano Espaillat of New York is endorsing Zohran Mamdani for mayor. Plus, supporters of federal Environmental Protection Agency employees who were put on leave last week are pushing the agency to reinstate them. Also, a decades-old Manhattan diner is closing its doors later this month. Meanwhile, a report from the Legal Aid Society suggests that New York City's Administration for Children's Services is subjecting families to more traumatic investigations than is really necessary. And finally, a woman whose son died while subway surfing is suing the social media companies that helped to popularize the dangerous trend.

This is your afternoon All Local update for Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

In Episode 173 of Who's Your Band?, Jeff and Sean share their Top 5 all-time concert experiences—with wild stories to match. From seeing KISS at MSG in '77 to working a secret David Bowie show in Staten Island, to the chaos of Rage Against the Machine & Wu-Tang, and even handling Jimmy Page's guitar at a Led Zeppelin reunion! It's a hilarious, epic ride through rock history you won't want to miss.

Former NYPD chiefs filed lawsuits against the department alleging the Adams administration allowed a system of corruption to take hold in the department. Plus, New Jersey Gov. Murphy's office says utility bills spiked 20% in June. Also, according to Fordham University's tick index, the risk of being bitten by a tick in the New York region this summer is high. And finally, the two-day Maker Park Music Festival kicks off this Friday.

A federal judge has paused New York City's solitary confinement ban, saying a court-appointed monitor must first review whether the law is safe for Rikers Island. Meanwhile, an arts group housed at West Park Presbyterian Church is being evicted as the landmarked building faces possible demolition amid financial struggles. And the Adams administration is calling for the release of a 19-year-old Grover Cleveland High School student detained by ICE in Texas, arguing federal authorities are undermining public safety.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Texas officials tell of harrowing rescue efforts as search continues for 161 missing in floods; Amazon workers in Staten Island rally for worker “safety bill of rights” during Amazon Prime Week; NOAA nominee Jacobs vows full staffing for Weather Service in senate confirmation hearing; Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez opposes boost in NATO funding despite Trump threats, urges suspending Israel trade deal; California proclamation recognizes Disability Pride Month; Miami-Dade County mayor seeks report on deaths in ICE custody amid reports of problems at “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility The post Amazon workers rally for worker “safety bill of rights” during Amazon Prime Week; Spanish Prime Minister urges suspending Israel trade deal – July 9, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Tuesday, warning it could feel as hot as 100 degrees in the city. Older adults, outdoor workers, and those without air conditioning are especially at risk. Meanwhile, a new city health department report shows more pregnant New Yorkers are using doulas for support, with Mayor Adams expanding free access as part of efforts to improve Black maternal health. Plus, the city is increasingly relying on drones to monitor beaches for sharks

City officials are warning New Yorkers to prepare for dangerous summer weather through Wednesday, with a heat advisory in effect and a flood watch starting Tuesday afternoon. Meanwhile, Mayor Eric Adams is pitching a major shakeup to city elections by introducing “open primaries” where all candidates run together regardless of party. Plus, WNYC's Liam Quigley explains why Staten Island beaches could be the perfect spot for New Yorkers looking to avoid the crowds.

The Adams Administration is calling for the release of an 11th grader who was detained by federal immigration authorities last month. Also, a new report from the city health department finds that doulas were involved in more than 6% of births last year, up from less than 5% in 2022. Plus, after being threatened with a knife, Albany's interim U.S. Attorney wants the permanent job. Meanwhile, a New York City nonprofit is offering psychiatric services to the most vulnerable New Yorkers by pulling up to where they are. And finally, New York City art schools are seeing an application boom.

Between 1991 and 1993, the dismembered bodies of five gay and bisexual men were discovered in garbage bags along the highway in New York and New Jersey. The cause of the death for each was multiple stab wounds, and each victim had been disarticulated into eight pieces and placed in eight garbage bags before being deposited into trash barrels, where they were quickly discovered by a curious member of the public. Despite being discovered in different locations in different states, it didn't take long for investigators to identify the similarities between the victims. They were all older men, single or separated, and all had been seen last around closing time at various New York gay bars. Moreover, the scant evidence found with each bottom appeared to connect the murders back to Staten Island, but told detectives nothing else about the killer. Then, in late 1993, the murders simply stopped and the case went cold.The case of the man the press dubbed “The Last Call Killer” sat on a shelf for nearly a decade before a team of cold case investigators picked it up again, determined to make progress. In the years that passed, advances in technology had allowed for the collection of previously unseen evidence, and it was thanks to that technology that the case was finally solved.Thank you to the Incredible Dave White of Bring Me the Axe Podcast for research and Writing support!ReferencesBen-Ali, Russell, and William Rashbaum. 1993. "Grisly slayings linked?" Newsday, August 3: 4.—. 1993. "Hunt is on." Newsday, August 5: 6.Curran, John. 2006. "Ex-UM student given life sentences in slayings." Bangor Daily News, January 28: 25.Frederick, Henry. 1993. "Body parts found in Haverstraw." Journal News (White Plains, NY), August 1: 1.Green, Elon. 2021. Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York. New York, NY: Celadon Books.Hoober, John. 1991. "Turnpike murder victim was ex-banker." Lancaster New Era, May 15: 1.Lueck, Thomas. 2001. "Complicated portrait of a suspect in killings of gay men." New York Times, May 31.New York Times. 1993. "Thomas Mulcahy: Sales executive, devoted husband." New York Times, August 8: 40.Peet, Judy. 2000. "Technology revives search for gays' serial killer." Staten Island Advance, April 24: 15.Rashbaum, William. 1993. "Gay stalker?" Newsday, August 4: 5.Rosenblatt, Lionel. 1973. "Jury finds student not guilty." Bangor Daily News, November 4: 1.State of New Jersey v. Richard W. Rogers. 2008. 03-01-00050 (Superior Court of New Jersey, April 16).Walsh, James. 1993. "Tracking a killer." Journal News (White Plains, NY), October 24:Stay in the know - wondery.fm/morbid-wondery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on The Chazz Palminteri Show, I sit down with a true music legend Vito Picone, lead singer of Vito and the Elegants and the voice behind the 1958 #1 hit “Little Star.” We talk about the golden era of doo-wop, how Vito's music shaped the sound of the ‘50s and ‘60s, and his unforgettable stories performing with Buddy Holly, Dion, Frankie Avalon, and more. Vito opens up about growing up in Staten Island, the quick creation of “Little Star,” and how that one song changed his life forever. We also talk about the roots of Italian-American influence in music, his time performing at Radio City and Carnegie Hall, and how his story ties into the legacy of New York's greatest performers. Topics include: The real story behind “Little Star” Touring with music legends of the 1950s The influence of doo-wop on American pop culture NYC's evolving music scene from the Bronx to Staten Island Music, memory, and legacy Whether you're a fan of classic music or just love great stories, this episode is for you. Subscribe to The Chazz Palminteri Show and never miss an episode. New episodes drop every Monday.

We are now reflecting on one of our favorite offbeat mashups: that time we explored What We Do in the Shadows, the mockumentary about New Zealand or Staten Island's most lovable vampire roommates. The movie and later developed TV show actually sucked us into some pretty powerful reflections on teaching and learning. From Colin Robinson's energy vampire tendencies—to Laszlo's chaotic charm and Nandor's eternal quest for finding his why, we found ourselves asking: What does it really mean to lead, to learn, and to live… forever… in the classroom? So let's take time unearthing What We Do in the Shadows of the classroom and see what's changed since we last aired.

The All Local for July 7

TERROR ON THE BEACH! Seaside resorts from Cape May, New Jersey, to Montauk, Long Island, were paralyzed in fear during the summer of 1916.Not because of the threat of lurking German U-boats and saboteurs. But because of sharks.On July 1, 1916, Charles Epting Vansant was killed by a shark while swimming at a resort in Beach Haven, a popular destination on the Jersey Shore.At first, this terrible tragedy received only limited attention. After all, millions were flocking to the beaches along the Jersey Shore and throughout the New York region -- Coney Island, the Rockaways and Staten Island's South Beach.Shark attacks were the stuff of pirate legends and dramatic works of art. Most experts were skeptical that sharks were dangerous at all; the Maryland mogul Hermann Oelrichs offered $500 to any person with proof that sharks were dangerous to humans. Nobody claimed the reward.But during that July, sharks did threaten the lives of humans -- not only on sandy beaches, but even in tranquil watering holes, several miles inland. What was in the water in July of 1916?This show contains descriptions of violence related to shark attacks. You've been warned.This episode was edited and produced by Kieran Gannon.Visit the website for more episodes of the Bowery Boys Podcast.