Andrew Grossman

Work the problem: Story regret

niemanstoryboard.org — Work the problem: Story regret Our " Work the problem " series continues with a psychological situation that every writer faces: How do you make peace with stories you wish you'd done differently?

The Lonely Life of the DH

online.wsj.com — When Travis Hafner, the Yankee designated hitter, emerges from his solitary work deep inside Yankee Stadium to take his at-bats during games, his teammates often raise their eyebrows. They've been off playing defense. Hafner, who hasn't used a glove in half a decade, is off doing who-knows-what, out of sight and out of mind.

The Lonely Life of the DH

online.wsj.com — When Travis Hafner, the Yankee designated hitter, emerges from his solitary work deep inside Yankee Stadium to take his at-bats during games, his teammates often raise their eyebrows. They've been off playing defense. Hafner, who hasn't used a glove in half a decade, is off doing who-knows-what, out of sight and out of mind.

Bridge-and-Tunnel 'Poser Hipsters' Clog Williamsburg Bars, Locals Complain

dnainfo.com — WILLIAMSBURG - Bridge-and-tunnel traffic has been reversed as less-than-hip Manhattanites now flock to WIlliamsburg, ruining the scene for locals, residents complain. Ever since he moved to North Williamsburg a few years ago, Michael Chandler has lost some of his favorite undiscovered bars to hordes of weekend "flipsters." "They're poser hipsters.

Coburn Wants Tornado Disaster Aid to Be Offset

blogs.rollcall.com — The tornado damage near Oklahoma City is still being assessed and the death toll is expected to rise, but already Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla., says he will insist that any federal disaster aid be paid for with cuts elsewhere.

EXCLUSIVE: Charges expected against Brooklyn state Sen. John Sampson: sources

nydailynews.com — Thomas Monaster/New York Daily News Sen. John Sampson (D-Brooklyn) is identified in court filings asking ex-Sen. Shirley Huntley (D-Queens) to wield her influence. The FBI is also looking into an alleged loan for $100,000 he took from a legal client.

The 39 Most Brooklyn Things Ever

buzzfeed.com — NYC's most populous borough has somehow become the international brand for all things yuppie and hipster. Hello, Brooklyn™.

NY aide releases reporter's 'confidential' e-mail

online.wsj.com — ALBANY, N.Y. - The Cuomo administration has released a confidential e-mail from a reporter seeking information for a story. The reporter, Fred Dicker of the New York Post, called it "highly unprofessional" and shocking. The Cuomo administration gave Dicker's e-mail to 10 competitors on Monday.

EXCLUSIVE: Former Assemblyman Guillermo Linares is still using his expired parking placard after losing election

nypost.com — He used to be an assemblyman. Now he's just an ass. Guillermo Linares, who was defeated handily last election by Sen. Adriano Espaillat, is still brandishing his expired assemblyman's parking placard on the dashboard of his luxury SUV. Chucked from office since Jan. 1, Linares lost the title but carries on like he should keep the perks.

Mayoral Candidate Catsimatidis Doesn't Lack for Ideas

online.wsj.com — The contenders for New York City mayor can be a predictable, cautious lot, sticking to familiar scripts at candidate forums that take place night after night. Then there is billionaire businessman John Catsimatidis.