Photos of the East Village preparing for Irene earlier today, and a roundup of the latest news as the neighborhood braces for the storm.

A pair of politicians call for safety improvements on Delancey Street, which is one of the most accident-prone thoroughfares in the city.

The Local East Village interviews State Senator Daniel L. Squadron, who outlines the legislative agenda for his next term, including new laws to combat noise and increase pedestrian safety.

A look at the results of local races and a discussion of how East Village issues such as noise complaints played a role in Tuesday’s balloting.

State Senator Daniel L. Squadron discusses Hayley and Diego’s Law, a measure that makes it easier for prosecutors to seek penalties against careless drivers. The law goes into effect today.