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The Adams administration will expand a controversial program providing prepaid debit cards to migrants. Plus, WNYC’s Sean Carlson and Stephen Nessen discuss the latest development in New York’s delayed congestion pricing plan. And finally, WNYC’s Arun Venugopal takes us to one New York City school where migrant youth use music to heal and forge friendships.

New Jersey political boss George Norcross is taking a leave from his insurance company following the criminal charges against him. WNYC's Nancy Solomon reports it's the first major impact of the state's indictment against him and several associates. Plus, according to AAA, tomorrow's Fourth of July is expected to be the busiest ever on the roads nationwide. In our area, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey estimates over 3 million vehicles will cross its bridges and tunnels over the 5-day holiday period. WNYC’s Tiffany Hanssen speaks with former New York City Traffic Commissioner Sam Schwartz, also known as “Gridlock Sam," to help you avoid a traffic nightmare.

Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: Some New York State lawmakers are trying to salvage the MTA’s congestion pricing plan and say they might be open to a lower toll. Meanwhile, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and Mayor Eric Adams announced the launch of the "Midtown Community Improvement Coalition" on Tuesday. The group of more than 20 city agencies, service providers, and local businesses aims to address quality of life issues in Midtown, including retail theft and unlicensed cannabis shops.

New York State won't charge an entry fee for swimming pools at state parks this summer. In other news, New York City’s Community Food Connection program will continue helping hungry New Yorkers across the five boroughs after the city rolled back cuts. Plus, an upcoming disciplinary case against Jeffrey Maddrey, the NYPD’s highest-ranking uniformed officer, is testing the power of New York City’s police watchdog agency. WNYC’s Samantha Max shares what's at stake . Finally, helicopter traffic in and around New York City is on the rise. Now, lawmakers are trying to control this long-standing problem for some city residents. WNYC’s Sean Carlson investigates why regulating the growing flight industry is proving difficult.

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is now barred from practicing law in New York State after a ruling Tuesday from the State Supreme Court. The suspension stems from allegations that Giuliani made “demonstrably false and misleading statements” while serving as former President Trump’s lawyer during the 2020 election. Meanwhile, the G train summer shutdown is here. WNYC's Charles Lane reports MTA workers are using bullhorns to redirect confused commuters to shuttle services. Finally, WNYC’s Sean Carlson speaks with culture and arts reporter Ryan Kailath about fun and free activities to do in July.

New York City ambulance workers are negotiating their contract, which expired two years ago. They argue low pay makes it hard to afford necessities. WNYC’s Matt Katz reports. Meanwhile, Queens Councilmember Francisco Moya introduces legislation to regulate massage businesses and combat brothels posing as massage parlors. Plus, during the G train line’s summer shutdown, workers with bullhorns will direct riders to replacement shuttles, but not everyone is happy about it.

Starting this Monday, police are required to document low-level stops, including when an officer asks someone for their ID or where they’re going. Meanwhile, New York City is ushering in an 8.5% water bill hike for property owners, the largest increase since 2011, effective immediately. Plus, a new WNYC analysis shows ambulance response times in New York City have been the slowest since the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. WNYC’s Matt Katz breaks down the numbers.

A 20-year-old man is in stable condition after being shot overnight in Greenwich Village as Pride festivities were wrapping up. Police are investigating. Meanwhile, congestion pricing may be on indefinite pause, but Governor Kathy Hochul is still showing her MTA pride. WNYC's Catalina Gonella has more. In other news, a ban on smartphones is likely coming to New York City public schools. WNYC’s Sean Carlson speaks with education reporter Jessica Gould, who has been talking with educators locally and nationally about the logistics of the move. Plus, WNYC's Community Partnerships Desk regularly collaborates with the nonprofit Street Lab to highlight stories from neighborhoods across New York City. We recently set up shop at Abolitionist Place Park in Downtown Brooklyn, a newly opened green space commemorating Brooklyn's abolitionist history.

Get up and get informed! Here’s all the local news you need to start your day: The New York City Council has adopted its $112 billion budget deal. Meanwhile, ambulance response times in New York City are getting longer, reaching the highest levels since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic four years ago. WNYC's Matt Katz reports. Plus, New Jersey Transit is raising its fares statewide for bus and train service by 15% starting July 1st. WNYC's Catalina Gonella has more.

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