August 6, 2014 6:46 pm NYers React to Police Union “Rule Book” Slowdown Threat It’s a game of political pingpong. The Rev. Al Sharpton and some in the NYPD are trading barbs over the death of Eric Garner. Government Affairs Reporter Melissa Russo reports. Local 2:35 Lifeguard shortage a big challenge for NYC beaches opening for Memorial Day Weekend 2:56 Families fight against NYC's budget cuts to pre-K programs 2:38 Woman sentenced up to 9 years for deadly crash 2:48 Latest on double fatal crash on I-80 in New Jersey 2:16 Push for new water treatment facilities in Hempstead