August 16, 2024: Morning Headlines

Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: A story first reported by The New York Times says that in July, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, his election committee, and City Hall received three subpoenas seeking communications related to a broad investigation into Adams’ campaign ties with Turkish officials. Meanwhile, Millburn Township in New Jersey is asking a judge to pause an order to proceed with a 75-unit development downtown. Plus, fiscal experts warn that New York may be headed for an economic slowdown. Finally, on this week’s segment of On The Way, WNYC’s transportation reporter Stephen Nessen and editor Clayton Guse discuss news that NJ Transit will be free for a week, changes to taxi services in New York City, and updates to MTA safety measures.