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February 8, 2024: Midday News

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NYC NOW
Episode • Feb 8, 2024 • 8m
Rents are rising across New York City, and so are broker fees. WNYC's David Brand reports on how some apartment-hunters are facing eye-popping upfront costs. Meanwhile, The New York City Council sent a letter last month warning Mayor Eric Adams they would sue if he failed to implement voucher expansion laws for more low income housing, Councilmember Diana Ayala says City Hall never responded. Plus, for the second year in a row, Governor Hochul is making housing a centerpiece of her legislative agenda. WNYC’s Sean Carlson sat with Albany reporter Jon Campbell to walk us through the Governor’s plans.

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