Suspected Times Square shooter used a well-worn escape method: The NYC subway system

We are supported by our readers. Consider donating to fund the local reporting you rely on. [View in Browser]( Friday February 9, 2024 [Donate now]( ADVERTISEMENT [Suspected Times Square shooter used a well-worn escape method: the NYC subway system]( [A stock image of police in a crowded subway station]( [New York City's subways are often a convenient and cheap form of getaway for criminals.]( ADVERTISEMENT More Stories From Today [An R211T open gangway subway train running on the C line Feb. 6, 2024.]( [The MTA’s new ‘open gangway’ trains aren’t fully open. Here’s why.]( [It has to do with a policy that makes New York City’s subway system more expensive to run than other major cities across the world.]( [A screenshot of bodycam police footage released by the DA's office]( [Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg announces new charges, releases new video in Times Square assault]( [Charges include second-degree assault and tampering with physical evidence.]( [A sign reading "Fix the Crown Heights Cluster!"]( [State lawmakers seek funding to fix subway bottleneck in Central Brooklyn]( [The “Crown Heights Cluster” at Nostrand Avenue and Eastern Parkway causes daily delays.]( [Models in bright jackets pose.]( [Fashion Week or her mental health? For NYC designer Mia Vesper, the answer was clear.]( [While New York Fashion Week often makes headlines for its glitz and glamour, for some designers, the cost far exceeds the rewards – which aren't guaranteed.]( [Photo of the Senegalese Association of America office]( [In Harlem’s ‘Little Senegal,' West African migrants find community and challenges]( [A network of expats has been quick to help, but has encountered neighborhood strain, language barriers and a shortage of needed support.]( [Elected officials rally for the NY Heat Act.]( [New legislation could save some New Yorkers $75 a month on utility bills]( [The NY Heat Act could save New Yorkers an average of $75 per month, advocates say.]( [a Build-a-Bear workshop]( [Extra Extra: Sexy lil' Build-a-Bears]( [Because Build-a-Bear now sells racy stuffed bears for adults, here are your afternoon links: Expensive apartments in Greenpoint, Citi Bike Boyz go hard, shorty got down low and said 'come and get me,' and more.]( ADVERTISEMENT [Support Us]( Follow Gothamist on [Gothamist on Facebook]( [Gothamist on Twitter]( NYPR Network [WNYC]() [Gothamist]() [WNYC Studios]() [NJPR]( [WQXR]() [New Sounds]() Copyright © New York Public Radio, 160 Varick St., New York, NY 10013. All rights reserved. [Terms of Use]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( from this list.