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1. Suspect in Horrific NYC Shootings That Left 2 Dead Captured After Dayslong Manhunt (vinnews.com) â Two recent restaurant shootings in Brooklyn and the Bronx left two men dead and another wounded, but New York City police say the suspect was captured Saturday in a Bronx park after an anonymous 911 tip. Authorities detail his long criminal history and note that both the FBI and a city bodega group had posted sizable rewards, underscoring how intensely New Yorkers and law enforcement worked together to track him down.
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2. Explosion at Bk. NYCHA complex leaves one dead â reportedly linked to lithium-ion battery (nypost.com) â A deadly explosion and fire Friday night at the Albany Houses NYCHA complex in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, killed an 18-year-old man and drew more than 120 FDNY and EMS responders. Officials quickly knocked down the flames, and early reports point to a possible lithium-ion battery connection, though the FDNY has not confirmed the cause. Neighbors are mourning the victim as investigators continue probing what sparked the blast.
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3. Now is the time to plan a fall leaf-peeping trip from NYC (thestreet.com) â If you're in New York City dreaming of fall colors, this guide lays out where and when to chase peak foliage across New York State, especially the Catskills. It explains drive times, popular towns, resort options, and why prices spike in October. You'll also find tips on using state foliage trackers, booking early, and even taking Hudson River cruises without a car.
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4. 13-year-old stabbed in broad daylight attack in the Bronx (nypost.com) â A 13-year-old boy was stabbed outside a C-Town supermarket on Westchester Avenue in the Bronx and is recovering in stable condition at Jacoby Hospital, while police continue searching for the attacker. The incident follows another deadly daytime stabbing of a New York City Schools paraprofessional in Morris Heights, for which a Brooklyn man was arrested and charged with murder and related offenses, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in city neighborhoods.
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5. SB19's Stell Embraces Romance in New Single "CRAZY" (vman-sea.com) â A new music video for SB19 member Stell's single "CRAZY" was shot across New York City, using the skyline and streets as a romantic backdrop. The song dives into the risks and rewards of intense devotion, embracing heartbreak as part of growth. Fans get a glimpse of Stell's evolving solo identity through lush NYC visuals and emotionally open lyrics.
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