The head of the Transport Workers Union Local 106 criticized the Manhattan congestion toll, citing safety concerns in the NYC subway system amidst a recent spike in violent crimes, including murders and assaults. The MTA defended subway safety, stating that serious crime was down in 2024. The union leader called for more focus on addressing fare evasion and safety issues rather than imposing additional tolls on drivers.
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‘He killed people like he was swatting flies.’ John Wayne Gacy’s trial begins.
On February 6, significant events in the Chicago area included record temperatures in 1942, the start of John Wayne Gacy's trial as a suspected serial killer in 1980, and Michael Jordan winning the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 1988. Gacy was portrayed as both a psychopath and a premeditated murderer, while Jordan delighted fans with his athletic prowess. The day also marked a unique moment in weather history with a 30-hour period of a steady...
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