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WATCH LIVE: As COVID-19 cases rise once again, what are companies doing to keep their workers safe as they bring them back to the office? We have the latest.
J’OUVERT CANCELED: Organizers say this year’s J’Ouvert celebration has been canceled due to concerns surrounding the COVID delta variant. This is the second year in a row that the pre-dawn Labor Day celebration has been canceled. Read more: https://bit.ly/3zmVwcp
J’OUVERT CANCELED: Organizers say this year’s J’Ouvert celebration has been canceled due to concerns surrounding the COVID delta variant. This is the second year in a row that the pre-dawn Labor Day celebration has been canceled. Read more: https://bit.ly/3zmVwcp
BREAKING NEWS: A 51-year-old man was pronounced dead after police found him with multiple stab wounds to the chest in Brighton Beach.
The man was found by police with multiple stab wounds to the chest shortly before 4 a.m.
COMMUNITY IN MOURNING: A vigil was held in Dyker Heights last night for 6-year-old Hiromi Tami, who was struck and killed while walking in a crosswalk on Tuesday.
Tami was on her way home with her mother Tuesday night after spending time in the park. Police say a driver was driving recklessly and at one point drove into oncoming traffic on 12th Ave. The driver then made a left turn at the intersection of 67th street, hitting the little girl.
AIR QUALITY ADVISORY: New Yorkers who suffer from respiratory issues such as asthma are warned to avoid the outdoors, as an air quality alert is in place from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m today. ⚠️
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an air quality advisory from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday.
FRY UPGRADE: Wendy’s has announced that it will be debuting an “upgraded” fry recipe mid-September, promising they will stay hotter and crispier for longer. Where is your favorite place to get fries? Let us know in the comments! 🍟
The company promises the fries will stay hotter and crispier longer, and will debut mid-September.
EVICTION MORATORIUM: The Supreme Court has ruled that evictions can resume across the country, blocking President Joe Biden’s administration from enforcing a temporary ban protecting renters.
Last night in a 6 to 3 vote, the Supreme Court ruled that only Congress could authorize an extension to the eviction moratorium.
MISSING: A family in the Bronx is pleading for the community’s help with finding their mother, Elena De La Cruz, who has been missing for over a month.
The family says she speaks Spanish better than English and has difficulty hearing. The only lead her daughters say they have is that their mother said that she was seeing a new man.
REMEMBERING: A memorial has been set up at the spot where 70-year-old Brenda Whidbee was hit by a car and dragged several feet.
The Brownsville community say she was a pillar in the neighborhood. “She was a great woman,” says Joyce Harden. “She sat out here with her grandkids, with her son.”
OUR VOICES MATTER: A group of Sunset Park residents rallied outside of the Department of Transportation Commissioner Hank Gutman’s home to voice their concerns about plans to convert two of the busiest streets into one-ways.
Back in June, the group filed a lawsuit against DOT saying the city hasn’t done enough community outreach on the project.
25th ANNIVERSARY: The WNBA team the New York Liberty are celebrating their 25th anniversary by giving back to the community.
The team partnered with City Harvest, a food rescue organization, to help pack bags to be delivered across the five boroughs.
REST IN PEACE: Remembering the lives of the U.S. service members who were killed today in the attacks in Afghanistan, and thinking of those who were injured. 🇺🇸
REST IN PEACE: Remembering the lives of the U.S. service members who were killed today in the attacks in Afghanistan, and thinking of those who were injured. 🇺🇸
CALLING FOR JUSTICE: The loved ones of a Harlem man who was killed last month on Gun Hill Road are calling for justice and to end gun violence.
The loved ones of a Harlem man who was killed last month on Gun Hill Road are calling for justice and to end gun violence.
FRUSTRATING BATTLE: A Bronx woman says she has struggled to get tested for the coronavirus after visiting several locations.
According to the health department’s website, Crespo’s 10457 ZIP code is ranked high for coronavirus transmission.
JUST IN: A 13th U.S. service member has died following the attacks in Afghanistan, officials say.
Two su***de bombers and gunmen attacked crowds of Afghans flocking to Kabul’s airport Thursday, transforming a scene of desperation into one of horror in the waning days of an airlift for those fleeing the Taliban takeover.
BREAKING UPDATE: President Biden blames Islamic extremists for Kabul attacks and warns, 'We will hunt you down and make you pay.'
Live updates, developments and reaction on the situation in Afghanistan.
FAIR CONTRACT: Hospital workers in both the Bronx and Brooklyn are calling on the League of Voluntary Hospitals and Homes to provide what they say are fair contracts.
Front-line workers braved the heat and picketed outside their hospitals Wednesday afternoon.
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER: On hot days like today, pet owners have to be extra cautious with their dogs.
Even though we are in the dog days of summer, it is extremely important to find ways to beat the heat, not only for yourself but also for your fluffy fur balls.
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced state Sen. Brian Benjamin as her choice for lieutenant governor.
MORE: https://bit.ly/3gDcpIl
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced state Sen. Brian Benjamin as her choice for lieutenant governor.
MORE: https://bit.ly/3gDcpIl
COVID PROTOCOLS: Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Meisha Porter today unveiled a series of anxiously awaited COVID-19 safety protocols.
MORE: https://bit.ly/3BhDmJo
COVID PROTOCOLS: Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Meisha Porter today unveiled a series of anxiously awaited COVID-19 safety protocols.
MORE: https://bit.ly/3BhDmJo
LOCAL RAPPER: "I hope the world gets better, the youth and we get people to come together more", Butta Blocks shares.
Bronx rapper Butta Blocks is back to share his journey to success with News 12 and how he tries to positively influence the youth in his community.
STATE OF OUR SCHOOLS: Mayor Bill de Blasio and Chancellor Meisha Porter announced the city’s COVID-19 protocols for the school year. News 12 breaks it down.
Despite calls from many for the city to provide a remote-learning option, the Department of Education and mayor are doubling down on their decision to bring all students back into the classroom for in-person learning.
HAPPENING NOW: Gov. Kathy Hochul is making an announcement in New York City with state Sen. Brian Benjamin.
JUST IN: U.S. official says attacks outside Kabul airport are "definitely believed to be" carried out by the Islamic State group; American personnel wounded. 📲
Read more: https://bit.ly/3sOUF1
JUST IN: U.S. official says attacks outside Kabul airport are "definitely believed to be" carried out by the Islamic State group; American personnel wounded. 📲
Read more: https://bit.ly/3sOUF1
COVID-19 ALERT: Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Meisha Porter are holding a joint briefing on New York City's response to the delta variant. 📺📲
Watch live here: https://bronx.news12.com/bronx-live
COVID-19 ALERT: Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Meisha Porter are holding a joint briefing on New York City's response to the delta variant. 📺📲
Watch live here: https://bronx.news12.com/bronx-live
JUST IN: The Pentagon says there was an explosion outside the Kabul airport. No immediate word on casualties.
The Pentagon says there was an explosion outside Kabul airport.
STATE OF OUR SCHOOLS: Is your little one afraid of wearing a mask? These six tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics can help. Read more: https://bit.ly/3DmymFt
STATE OF OUR SCHOOLS: Is your little one afraid of wearing a mask? These six tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics can help. Read more: https://bit.ly/3DmymFt
WATCH LIVE: The delta variant has slowed down our economic recovery, but can it derail it? We discuss how to get our economy thriving again.
ATTEMPTED R**E: Police have released new surveillance video of the man wanted in connection to an attempted r**e in Concourse Village earlier this month.
The attack happened on Aug. 9 when the man forced a woman into an apartment building and attempted to r**e her.
SPOTTED LANTERNFLY: The invasive spotted lanternfly has officially been seen by beachgoers in Coney Island. ⚠️
News 12 has tips for what to do if you come across these insects.
The invasive bugs that have slowly been taking over the East Coast have finally been spotted in Brooklyn.
HEAT ALERT: The National Weather Service has extended its heat advisory through 8 p.m. Friday as high temperatures continue. 🌡️
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for New York City through 8 p.m. Friday.
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Today is National Dog Day and we want to see your lovable pooches. Fill out the form on our website for the chance to see your dog on air and on our website. 🐶🐾
Do you have a special pet in your life? We want to see them!
HOME INVASION: Three men that broke into an apartment in the Bronx tied up a teenage girl with USB cords while they stole thousands of dollars’ worth of belongings from her home.
Three men broke into an apartment in Castle Hill, tying up a 14-year-old girl with USB cords while they ransacked her apartment and stole thousands of dollars' worth of belongings.
COMMUNITY OUTRAGED: A Brooklyn community says they are outraged at the borough president and elected officials after they announced plans to turn a sacred burial ground into affordable housing.
A Brooklyn community says they are outraged at the borough president and elected officials after they announced plans to turn a sacred burial ground into affordable housing.
PENNY THE PIG: A Park Slope firehouse, Engine 239, has recruited a new member - a 3-month-old piglet named Penny.
A Park Slope firehouse, Engine 239, has recruited a new member - a 3-month-old piglet named Penny.
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