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Winners in New York State Major Races

Clockwise from left: Cuomo, Schneiderman, Adams, Schumer, Clarke, Camara, DiNapoli.

BROOKLYN [CHI] — As ballots closed around the country, much of the political landscape was left altered in ways not seen in over 80 years. The GOP retook control of the House, and won key victories in the senate, yet still falling short for a majority. In New York the picture turned out much different.

What a Hundred Million Calls to 311 Reveal About NY

Wired Magazine

There were 34,522 complaints called in to 311 between September 8 and September 15, 2010. Here are the most common, plotted by time of day.

New Yorkers are accustomed to strong odors, but several years ago a new aroma began wafting through the city’s streets, a smell that was more unnerving than the usual offenders (trash, sweat, urine) precisely because it was so delightful: the sweet, unmistakable scent of maple syrup.