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EPISODE · Feb 5, 2026 · 8 MIN

The Cold is Here To Stay, NYBG Orchids are in Full Bloom, and Activists Petition Against ICE in Midtown

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The cold isn’t letting up anytime soon. New Yorkers can expect more frigid temperatures this weekend. Activists gathered in front of the National Football League headquarters in Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday. They delivered a petition protesting potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement presence at Sunday’s Super Bowl. However, NFL officials said there is no planned ICE presence at the big game. WFUV’s Jordan Donegan reports. Despite the cold, the New York Botanical Garden is in full bloom with its annual orchid exhibit. WFUV’s Mia Barth reports. In Music News this week, WFUV’s Livia Regina shares some of Jeff Tweedy's interview with the station. Plus, Paul Simon is going on tour, and there’s new songs from Hayley Williams. Host/Producer: Xenia Gonikberg Editor: Lainey Nguyen Reporter: Mia Barth Reporter: Jordan Donegan Reporter: Livia Regina Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

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