But after three bleak months, New York City will try to turn a page when it begins reopening Monday after getting hit first by the coronavirus, then an outpouring of rage over racism and police brutality. With the virus in check — at least for now — New York is easing restrictions that shut down schools, businesses and much of city life in March. One of the most recent, it was announced on Sunday, was the New York City Police Department's chief of transportation. NYU Langone Medical Center staffers ask a New York City firefighter to photograph them during an appreciation clap for health-care workers amid the coronavirus pandemic on May 2. New York City’s restart begins today.
It’s been a long road to get here.

Source: CBC News June 08, 2020 12:11 UTC