Plan to secure Manhattan from flooding leans on nature
Sarah Gardner Jan 1, 2013
After superstorm Sandy, there were several proposals about how to protect Manhattan from devastating floods in the future. One plan calls for placing water-proof vaults under the sidewalk.
High-rise renters hurt by Sandy flooding
Tracey Samuelson Nov 13, 2012
The flooding from Superstorm Sandy has displaced a lot of New Yorkers, including those who live far above the high-water mark.
Lower Manhattan flickers back to life
Mark Garrison Oct 31, 2012
Despite the loss of power in lower Manhattan, Wall Street and some nearby businesses reopen. But downtown is dead compared to midtown.
One World Trade Center to recapture the N.Y. skyline
Sally Herships Apr 30, 2012
One World Trade Center, under construction, could surpass the height of Empire State Building Monday, reclaiming skyline honors. Is downtown Manhattan back?
The Donald and the Cordoba House
Kai Ryssdal Sep 21, 2011
This final note today, more evidence -- if you need it -- that Donald Trump will do just about anything for publicity. Trump waded into the flap...
