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Reports that C. Virginia Fields, Manhattan borough president, has indicated her determination to win in the mayoral race in New York City. Plan to become the city's first woman and second African-American mayor; Efforts to catch up with a Democratic field that has four other candidates; Potential to upset the plans of Fernando Ferrer, the current leading candidate.

Reports on the death of apartment security guard, Raymond James, resulting from a fire in the building elevator. Charges to be filed against two teenage boys who set the fire in the fifth floor of the building; Account on how James pushed the burning cart inside the elevator to prevent it from spreading; Series of delinquencies committed by teenagers in the building; Defense issued by Adalia Johnson, one of the mothers of the children being charged with the incident.

Details the field study conducted by author and professor Ramona Hernandez on the lives of people from Dominican Republic residing in New York City. Interaction of Hernandez with taxi drivers and patrons of the Hispanic restaurant, Susi; Estimated Dominican population of the city; Poor economic status of Dominicans living in the city; Career and personal background of Hernandez.

Reports that the New York State Department of Health is investigating the death of a patient who had an eye operation at the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. Background on the incident; Previous incidents involving death of patients at the hospital.

Profiles Manhattan borough president and former New York City Council member, C. (Clara) Virginia Fields, who is a mayoral candidate. Idea that she brings her faith, conciliation and civil-rights roots to the mayoral campaign; Biographical information on Clara Virginia (Clark) Fields who never used her first name; Her education, career highlights, and hobbies.

Highlights controversy surrounding the use of an altered photo in the New York City mayoral campaign of C. Virginia Fields. Report that political consultant Joseph C. Mercurio was fired when a campaign photograph was altered to show Fields among a multiracial group of supporters; Release of several emails by Mercurio to support his claim that Fields knew about the alteration of the photograph; Actions taken by Fields to minimize the scandal associated with the photograph; Potential impact of the incident on Fields' campaign.

Reports that New York City mayoral candidate C. Virginia Fields fired her senior adviser, Joseph C. Mercurio, who in turn accused her of misleading the public about what she knew of campaign fliers whose pictures had been doctored. Claim of Mercurio that the campaign was using him as a scapegoat for gaffes that may damage Fields; Report that Fields is the only black candidate in the race; Statement that Mercurio is a political consultant whose company earned $144,500 in fees from the Fields campaign.

Reports on how Representative Anthony D. Weiner, who is running for Mayor of New York City, has been tapping into his Congressional campaign to pay some of the same people who work on his mayoral campaign, raising questions about whether the payments comply with city campaign finance rules. Review of the individuals who have been paid by Weiner; Comments on the situation from Tanya L. Domi, a spokeswoman for the New York City Campaign Finance Board.

Focuses on New York United States Congressman Anthony D. Weiner's New York City mayoral campaign. How Weiner attempts to travel between New York and Washington, D.C. to be present for votes and to appear for candidate forums; Description of one televised forum at which Weiner arrived late; Criticism of Weiner's record as a representative by Gifford Miller another candidate for mayor; Discussion of some of Weiner's goals as a representative.

Focuses on former New York City mayor David N. Dinkins, who left City Hall 11 years ago. Role of Dinkins as the city's first black mayor; How Dinkins has the attention of fellow Democrats, as well as a newfound place in the city's business; Dinkins' friendship with Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg; Why Dinkins maintains a reservoir of good will in a city where ethnic and racial politics continue to shape campaigns for City Hall; Comments of Dinkins, 77; Issue of Dinkins endorsing a candidate; Efforts of Dinkins to shore up his legacy.

Reports that a 75-foot-high stone retaining wall built in 1908 collapsed in an avalanche onto the Henry Hudson Parkway in Upper Manhattan, New York City. Observation that there were no apparent casualties, although parked cars were buried in the landslide; Details of the wall's collapse; Uncertainty over how long it will take to clear the debris and reopen the parkway and access roads; Accounts of witnesses; History of the wall. INSET: Traffic Advosory.

Focuses on Representative Anthony D. Weiner and his mayoral campaign in New York City. How he is distinguishing himself from the other Democratic candidates; His status as a congressman in Washington; Example of his aggressiveness in campaigning; Idea that Weiner has dispersed information clearly stating his position on various issues.

Reports on the activities planned by New York City protest groups to coincide with the Republican Party convention set for summer 2004. Ring Out project surrounding Ground Zero; Sale of underwear adorned with anti-George W. Bush slogans; Wearing of red bandannas as a sign of protest.

Reports that two men from an opposing campaign disclosed information to the media about the personal life of Dennis Mehiel, a Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor. Allegations that the informers were Andrew Cuomo and H. Carl McCall; Speculation that Mehiel fathered two children out of wedlock; Damage to his political campaign; Status of elections.

PANAMA -- Gleaming new skyscrapers line the waterfront like a mini-Dubai, as boosters say, including a new 70-story Trump tower that is the tallest building in Latin America. A new free-trade agreement with the United States promises a surge of jobs. The Panama Canal is in the midst of a $5.25 billion expansion. And another big dig began earlier this year, to build Central America's first subway system. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

More than 30 journalists have been killed or have disappeared in the nearly four years since Mexico began a bloody crackdown on drug trafficking organizations, an advocacy group reported Wednesday. Most of the crimes remain unsolved, the report by the New York City-based Committee to Protect Journalists said, and are often marked by shoddy investigations. Several news organizations, it said, have resorted to not reporting on drug-related crime and corruption for fear of running afoul of drug kingpins, who have planted operatives in newsrooms and corrupted some journalists. The report recommended strengthening laws against attacks on free expression. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports that fireproofing of overpasses and bridges is rare because applying fire-resistant materials to these constructions drive up costs substantially. According to Andrew W. Herrmann, a consulting bridge engineer in New York City, the probability of fires that can damage the network of steel supporting highway bridges and overpasses are pretty low.

Reports that Anthony D. Weiner, a Democratic candidate for mayor has said that if elected he would increase the role of faith-based organizations in providing city services in New York.

Reports on the financial problems confronting the mayoral campaign of C. Virginia Fields in New York City.

Reports on the proposals of C. Virginia Fields, the Manhattan borough president and a Democrat, to improve subway safety at a Manhattan station in New York City.

Reports on the accusation filed by C. Virginia Fields, the Manhattan borough president, against Council Speaker Gifford Miller, a rival in the mayoral race, for improper use of taxpayer money on his political campaign in New York City.

Reports on the support received by mayoral hopeful Fernando Ferrer from former vice presidential candidate Geraldine Ferraro in New York City.

Reports on the participation of Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and two Democrats running for mayor in the New York Memorial Day parade while handing out American flags affixed with campaign stickers for the coming election.

Reports that U.S. Representative Anthony D. Weiner has hired Michael Whouley as his strategist for his mayoral campaign in New York City.

Reports on the collapse of a retaining wall causing a landside that blocked a highway in the Henry Hudson Parkway in New York City.

Reports on the decision of Al Sharpton to refrain from endorsing any of the candidates in the New York City Democratic primary for mayor.

Reports on New York City mayoral candidate, Anthony D. Weiner and the jokes on his last name. Advice from Kevin Boyle that Weiner change his name if he wants to win office; Weiner's pride in the history of his name and his refusal to change it.

Reports on the candidacy of Anthony D. Weiner who seeks to unseat New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg. How this candidate poses a threat not only to Bloomberg but to better known Democratic runners; Efforts of Gifford Miller and Fernando Ferrer to squash the campaign; Background on the man; Belief of some that his use of humor makes him an unlikely winner.

Profiles Marine Corps Second Lt. Ilario G. Pantano, who is suspected to murdering two people in Iraq. His business and military background; How the attack on the World Trade Center changed his life and prompted his re-enlistment in the Marines; Details of the case against Pantano, according to his lawyer Charles Gittins; Comments from people who knew Pantano from his work in film and media in New York.

Reports that New York Governor George E. Pataki has appeared before an influential conservative group to highlight his state budget. Details of the presentation; Response of the group to the presentation; Role of the governor in managing the state budget.

Reports on the plan of a coalition of groups opposed to nuclear weapons for a march leading into a large demonstrations at a Great Lawn in Central Park, New York City.

Reports on the arrest of crowd of protesters during the Republican National Convention at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Number of protesters who were arrested; Use of motorized scooters instead of horses to orange netting to halt and confine people for arrest; Complaints of some protesters.

Focuses on the protests during the Republican National Convention in New York in August 2004. Encounter between protesters and delegates of the convention; Move of anarchists and other radicals to strike at delegates at their hotels, breakfasts, parties and on the streets; Effort of the police to curb violent confrontations.

Reports on the arrest of 100 cyclists who were protesting the Republican National Convention in Manhattan. How hundreds of cyclists were involved in the anti-Republican demonstration; Attire worn by the group; Locations where riders were apprehended; Details of the two-hour ride, the noise, and chants; Comment of Bill DiPaola, executive director of Time's Up!, an environmental group that participated in the ride; Other organized action expected; Police warning about having a permit.

Reports on the activities planned by protest organizers against the Republican National Convention in Central Park, New York City. Refusal of the city to grant the permits for the use of the Great Lawn; Agreement of United Peace and Justice group with the city about a march route; Directions of organizers for supporters to head to Central Park.

Reports on the protests expected before and during the Republican National Convention in New York City. Consideration of domestic problems; Criticisms of President George W. Bush administration's conduct; Discussion of immigration issues.

Reports on the preparedness of security forces in New York City for the upcoming Republican National Convention. Anarchists who are considered the unknown factor by the police; Warnings of intended activity by the self-described anarchists who claim they will demonstrate in the streets and crash political galas; Why anarchy groups pose challenges to authorities; How the police have prepared.

Announces that New York City agreed to rescue the Legal Aid Society from financial straits, which will avert layoffs of 140 defense lawyers for the poor. Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg's cooperation with the City Council and their hopes that the agreement will shrink deficit; Quotes from leaders of Legal Aid, and their belief that a change in leadership would help the cause.

Reports that former U.S. President Bill Clinton attended the premiere of the documentary film "The Hunting of the President: The Ten-Year Campaign to Destroy Bill Clinton," in New York City. Assertion by Clinton that former independent prosecutor Ken Starr abused his powers; Highlights of the movie written and directed by Harry Thomason, a friend of Clinton.

Reports on protesters' plans for the 2004 Republican Party national convention, to take place in New York City. Refusal of the city to grant the protesters a permit to demonstrate; Indignation of the protesters over the war in Iraq of 2003 and economic and social issues; Plans for an antiwar demonstration organized by United for Peace and Justice; Willingness of the protesters to participate in acts of civil disobedience.

Reports on some good economic news from New York City.Economic vitality which is showing up as rising profits on Wall Street, higher than expected bridge and tunnel toll receipts, busier restaurants and more; Hope that the end of a three year recession is at hand; How the city suffered after September 11, 2001; How some experts fear the rebound is fragile; Forecasts by other experts that the recovery will go on for at least another year; Wall Street which has led the recovery showing profits; Return of spending by residents and tourists alike; Announcement by Mayor Michale R. Bloomberg that the city should see a $1.3 million surplus from his new budget; Cautious optimism from the mayor and others.

Reports on the efforts of older political activists known as yippies to organize a camp-out protesting the Republican National Convention in New York during the Summer of 2004. Description of the yippie organizers, their pseudonyms, and their history of protest activities; Rejection of the application for the demonstration by the New York Parks Department; Plan by the group to take the their case to federal court.

Reports on the political campaigns of presidential candidates Senator John Edwards and John Kerry in New York. Political platforms; Attendance of Edwards in a fund raising campaign; Visitation of the Latino communities.

Reports that a New York City councilman James E. Davis, was killed inside City Hall by a political opponent who accompanied him to a Council meeting, pulled out a pistol and shot him in front of many lawmakers and onlookers. Reaction of onlookers; Fear that the shooting caused; Comments by council members.

Reports that the New York City Council passed a $43.7 billion budget on June 27, 2003 that will increase income, sales and property taxes. Services that will be maintained by the budget which closes the $6.4 billion deficit; Background on the budget compromise reached by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Council Speaker Gifford Miller; Opposition to the budget; Outlook for a fiscal crisis in the city.

States that New York City is ready to restore the curbside recycling program for plastic and glass, in accordance with a budget agreement in June 2003. Details of the budget agreement between Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and City Council speaker, Gifford Miller; Background on the suspension of the previous glass and plastic recycling program; Decision that traditional waste disposal was becoming too costly; Concern of environmentalists; Outlook for a deal for the city to sell advertising on so-called street furniture; Comment of Councilman Michael E. McMahon about the Sanitation Department administration.

Focuses on public reaction to tickets being given to New York City people for violating obscure laws. Allegation that the Mayor Bloomberg administration is trying to fix the city's fiscal problems with the ticketing blitz; View that the number of summonses and silly summonses for minor offenses have not increased, but are being highlighted by the media; Discussion of public relations and the effort to balance the budget deficit.

Provides information on the greening project of New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg in Lower Manhattan.

Reports on the plan of the Metropolitan Taxicab Board of Trade to ask the Taxi and Limousine Commission in New York for an increase in base fare.

Reports on the deal of New York City mayor Michael R. Bloomberg with state lawmakers to raise sales tax and impose a temporary income tax surcharge on New York City residents. Aim to use the funds in closing the budget deficit; Comment of Bloomberg regarding his proposed tax hike.