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Top NYC news: Teen leaps to death in front of tourists; bodega worker fends off would-be robber

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Published on February 03, 2020
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Missed the most recent top news in New York City? Read on for everything you need to know.

Teen leaps to death off Hudson Yards Vessel

The tragic plunge happened in front of tourists, as they milled around the popular New York City attraction.

Read the full story on New York Daily News.

Mom slashed by woman after kid throws up on New York City bus, police say

Police said a mother was slashed in the face by another woman after her child threw up on a bus in New York City.

Read the full story on ABC7 News.

28-year-old man critical after shooting near bus stop in New York City

A 28-year-old man is in critical condition after he was shot in the chest early Sunday morning.

Read the full story on ABC New York, WABC.

NYC bodega worker fends off would-be robber with wooden sword

Alomari Saleh told the Daily News he was working at the Community Grocery and Candy Store on E. 14th St. near First Ave. around 7 a.m. on Saturday when suspect Zachariah Vasquez charged in and demanded money from the register.

Read the full story on New York Daily News.

New data shows $69 million paid by city in 2019 to settle suits against NYPD

The city doled out nearly $70 million just last year alone to settle lawsuits against its litigation magnet police department, according to municipal data.

Read the full story on New York Daily News.


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