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Brooklyn Hit-and-Run: A Community Mourns, Demands Justice

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
Brooklyn reels after a deadly hit-and-run: A driver fleeing the scene after fatally striking two motorcyclists and crashing into parked cars has sparked a city-wide manhunt. Witnesses describe chaos, families grieve, and the community demands justice and safer streets. Will public tips lead to an arrest and will this tragedy spark real change?

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NYC Schools Face Record Student Homelessness Crisis

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
NYC Schools Face Record Student Homelessness: A staggering 154,000+ students are homeless, the highest number ever reported, impacting attendance, focus, and overall well-being. Educators and advocates are demanding urgent action, including increased funding and resources, to support these vulnerable students and ensure they have a fair chance at success.

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Santos Walks Free: Justice Denied in NY?

October 20, 2025 • 2 mins
Did Trump just let George Santos off the hook? The former congressman is free after a controversial commutation, wiping out his restitution and sparking outrage from victims. From stolen service dog funds to shattered faith in the justice system, we dive into the fury and fallout of Santos's unexpected release. Is this a second chance or a slap in the face to justice?

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NYC Internet Apocalypse: When AWS Failed New York

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
NYC plunged into digital darkness! Find out how a massive Amazon Web Services outage crippled the city, leaving New Yorkers stranded without access to essential apps, websites, and services. Discover the widespread chaos, business disruptions, and fiery social media reactions sparked by this internet apocalypse, and explore the urgent questions raised about the internet's reliability.

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Abandoned at Penn Station: Newborn's Shocking Discovery

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
A newborn baby girl, umbilical cord still attached, was found abandoned in Penn Station during rush hour, shocking commuters and sparking a police investigation. The infant is now safe and receiving medical care as authorities review security footage and urge anyone with information to come forward. The incident has ignited discussions about safe haven laws and resources available for struggling new mothers in New York City.

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Jersey City Mayoral Race: Priorities and Predictions

October 20, 2025 • 2 mins
Jersey City's mayoral race is a nail-biter! Three candidates are neck-and-neck, and residents are demanding action on affordable housing, safer streets, and more green spaces. Who will convince voters they can deliver real change? Find out what's at stake in this high-stakes election.

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George Santos Walks Free: Justice Denied?

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
George Santos walks free! Outrage erupts as the disgraced ex-congressman's sentence is commuted, leaving victims and donors empty-handed. Was justice truly served, or did Santos exploit legal loopholes? His former district is demanding answers, sparking calls for tougher penalties on political crimes and a complete overhaul of campaign finance oversight.

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Coyote Attack in New Jersey: A Suburban Nightmare

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
A New Jersey housekeeper suffered a terrifying coyote attack in broad daylight while walking a dog in a Woodcliff Lake backyard. Surveillance footage captured the brazen encounter, leaving the woman with bites to her back and leg. With coyote attacks on the rise in Bergen County, police are urging residents to take precautions, like securing food sources and clearing brush, to deter these increasingly bold suburban predators.

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Jersey City's Mayoral Race: Who Will Lead?

October 20, 2025 • 2 mins
Jersey City's Mayoral Race Heats Up! With Mayor Fulop stepping down after a decade, seven candidates battle for the top spot, including ex-Governor McGreevey. But beyond the names, can anyone solve the city's soaring rents, transit woes, and rising crime? Jersey City's future hangs in the balance.

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Broadway Averted Crisis: Actors Reach Deal, Musicians Next

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
Broadway saved? Actors and producers strike a deal, averting a potential shutdown! But the spotlight now turns to the musicians' union, who have authorized a strike. Can they reach an agreement and keep the curtain up on the Great White Way, or is Broadway headed for another devastating shutdown? Get the latest on the high-stakes negotiations and what it means for the city's economy.

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Social Prescriptions: Connecting for Brain Health

October 20, 2025 • 2 mins
Is loneliness shrinking your brain? Discover how social isolation impacts cognitive health in older adults and the innovative NYC programs fighting back. From intergenerational storytelling to friendly visits, see how connection can sharpen minds, lift spirits, and add years to your life. Hear inspiring stories from those thriving thanks to these vital social prescriptions.

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Chelsea Crash: Box Truck Jumps Curb, Injuring Many

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
Chaos in Chelsea: A box truck crash sent ten people to the hospital after a collision propelled a van onto a crowded sidewalk. Find out how first responders raced to the scene, the community's reaction to the incident, and the urgent calls for increased safety measures at this bustling Manhattan intersection.

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NYC Mayor Race: Billionaire's Plea, Sliwa's Defiance

October 20, 2025 • 2 mins
NYC Mayoral Race Explodes: Billionaire Radio Mogul Urges Sliwa to Quit! Hear why John Catsimatidis is pushing for a major shakeup to block a Democratic Socialist win, and how Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani are firing back in this high-stakes political showdown with just weeks until the election.

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Woodcliff Lake Mystery: What Happened on Woodcrest Drive?

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
A quiet New Jersey neighborhood was shattered when police swarmed Woodcrest Drive on October 20th. Flashing lights and reporters descended upon Woodcliff Lake, leaving residents anxious and curious. While details remain scarce, authorities are investigating, and the community awaits answers about the afternoon that disrupted their peace.

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NYC Seniors Thrive: Connection is the Cure

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
Discover how New York City is combating senior isolation with innovative programs that bridge the generation gap! Learn about the surprising benefits of intergenerational activities like art, music, and tech lessons, and how these connections are boosting seniors' mental and physical health, reducing healthcare costs, and fostering a stronger, more connected community. Could this be a model for cities everywhere?

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NJ Earthquake: Did You Feel It?

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
New Jersey just had an earthquake! A rare tremor rattled Hunterdon County, measuring 1.6 in magnitude. While minor and causing no damage, the event has officials monitoring and studying local fault lines. Find out why even tiny earthquakes matter and what this means for the Garden State.

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Menopause: The Ignored Transition

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
Is menopause leaving you foggy and frustrated? You're not alone. This episode tackles the silence surrounding this natural transition, revealing how societal stigma and a lack of medical training leave women like business owner Ghita Tazi feeling lost and unsupported. Discover why open conversations and better education are crucial to reclaiming menopause as a normal, manageable part of life.

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Midtown Truck Crash: Eight Pedestrians Injured

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
Midtown Manhattan turned into a scene of chaos when a runaway rental truck plowed into pedestrians! Hear how a truck driver's alleged brake failure turned rush hour into a nightmare, leaving ten injured and a sidewalk covered in debris and scattered pizza. Was it mechanical failure or driver error? Get the eyewitness accounts and the latest on the ongoing NYPD investigation.

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NYC Mayoral Race Shocker: Catsimatidis Urges Sliwa to Exit

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
Billionaire Republican John Catsimatidis just dropped a bombshell in the NYC mayoral race, publicly urging Guardian Angels founder Curtis Sliwa to withdraw. Is this the end for Sliwa's campaign, or a strategic play to consolidate Republican power? Find out how this high-stakes move could reshape the entire election and what it means for the future of New York City.

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Chelsea Crash: Truck Hits Van, Nine Injured

October 20, 2025 • 1 min
Chelsea Chaos: Box Truck Crash Injures Nine! A box truck sent a van careening onto a Chelsea sidewalk, injuring nine pedestrians and sparking a traffic safety investigation. Find out how the driver's cooperation is helping investigators piece together what happened in this busy NYC neighborhood and what steps are being taken to prevent future accidents.

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