In this episode, we start with a welcome and a look at today's weather forecast, along with a weekend outlook for New York City. We then discuss the closure of Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital and the opening of a new urgent care center, including a statement from the Mount Sinai CEO addressing emergency care access concerns. The episode continues with an audit of asbestos inspections by the NYC Department of Education and its implications. We also cover Mayor Adams' announcement of new teacher hires and class size initiatives, highlighting previous investments in NYC Public Schools and collaboration with unions. The episode concludes with a wrap-up and a request for listeners to stay connected.

(0:00) Welcome and introduction

(0:09) Today's weather forecast and weekend outlook

(0:22) Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital closure and new urgent care center

(1:12) Mount Sinai CEO statement and emergency care access concerns

(1:56) NYC Department of Education asbestos inspection audit and fallout

(4:01) Mayor Adams announces new teacher hires and class size initiatives

(6:06) Previous investments in NYC Public Schools and union collaboration

(7:13) Episode wrap-up and follow request