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Top NYC news: City says measles outbreak over; Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes launched

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Published on September 04, 2019
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Here's the most recent top news you may have missed in New York City.

How gross are New York City’s giant street puddles?

What, exactly, is lurking in puddles — and can it actually hurt you? A podiatrist weighs in.

Read the full story on Curbed NYC.

New food halls sprout up in New York City

The Deco, in the garment district, will host outposts of popular shops, as expansions come to the Chelsea and Essex markets.

Read the full story on New York Times.

New York City says measles outbreak is over

New York City declares end to worst measles outbreak in 30 years after no new cases in 2 incubation cycles

Read the full story on ABC Philadelphia, WPVI.

New York City names head of, officially launches Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes

Mayor Bill de Blasio on Tuesday announced he had hired a new executive director of the Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes, officially launching the new city organization months ahead of the official deadline.

Read the full story on ABC New York, WABC.

Families displaced by fire at 6-story apartment building in New York City

Tensions were high during the fire. At one point, police scuffled with family members who were trying to get into the burning building because they were worried about their relatives.

Read the full story on ABC New York, WABC.


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