It’s a hot one today, nearing 90 degrees! New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy says all options are on the table to protect access to abortion which includes stockpiling abortion medications, mayor Eric Adams is turning to the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma to help manage a homeless shelter for asylum seekers, and the Rutgers strike is still nowhere near to reaching a deal.
And finally, New York City marks the 50th anniversary of hip hop this year but some current rap artists say the city is failing to support new music. Brooklyn drill rap artists say even the most popular performers in the scene are having trouble finding opportunities to play live.
Reporter Andre Gee recently wrote about it for Rolling Stone and he spoke with WNYC’s Michael Hill.