A gas leak at the Algonquin Apartments in Utica triggered an emergency evacuation this week and pushed the city to take swift action. The building—already under scrutiny for severe code violations—was condemned on the spot after officials found it filled with natural gas. In today’s episode, we trace how years of neglect, legal delays, and safety hazards led to this turning point. Plus, what comes next for the residents who remained, and the city's broader struggle with substandard housing.

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