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Researchers found emergency room visits fell in the first ZIP codes where the city guaranteed tenants a lawyer in Housing Court, though not citywide. Visits tied to mental health and substance use rose.

New York's Medicaid director says the Bronx's high unemployment qualifies the borough for a federal hardship exemption that will apply by home address, with nothing for members to file. The state has drafted, but not yet sent, its letter to federal regulators.

Oscar Belgal, shot in the neck with his son in the car on Oct. 8, stays in ICE custody after a federal judge ruled he is stable and getting appropriate care. His broader challenge to his detention is still pending.