NYC Scaffolding Crackdown Eyed By Lawmakers | Top Stories

NEW YORK CITY — Here are some share-worthy stories from the New York City Patch network to talk about tonight.

NYC's Scaffold Jungle Could Face Crackdown Under New Bills

More than 280 miles of city sidewalks are covered by scaffolding — and a new bill aims to set a six-month limit for work to be done.

Hochul Calls On LIC Lawmaker Accused Of Sexual Assault To Resign

The governor joins Queens lawmakers who are demanding Ardila resign after two women accused him of sexually assaulting them in 2015.

Artists Can Apply To 'Beautify' Uptown 191st Street Station Tunnel

Following the backlash of the colorful 191st Street tunnel getting completely pained over in January, the DOT has put out a call to artists.

Child Trafficker Who Used JFK Hotel Gets 7 Years, DA Says

Tyrone Miles, 32, was charged with sex trafficking after forcing two teenage girls to participate in sexual acts for money at the JFK Inn.

Midtown Driver Indicted In 99 MPH Taxi Crash, Prosecutors Say

"Salman recklessly careened through midtown streets, " said District Attorney Alvin Bragg."Without regard for the safety of others."