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Fireworks complaints jumped 4,000 percent in recent weeks and skyrocketed overall during the coronavirus lockdown, according to reports and 311 data.
Fireworks complaints jumped 4,000 percent in recent weeks and skyrocketed overall during the coronavirus lockdown, according to reports and 311 data. (Matt Troutman/Patch)

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Fireworks Set 311 Lines Ablaze During Coronavirus

Fireworks annoying you as you're locked down? You're not alone, according to 311 data showing an explosion of fireworks complaints.

Noose In Marcus Garvey Park Prompts Hate Crime Investigation

A noose was tied to the Harlem park's historic watchtower.

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Teen Sentenced 18 Months For Role In Tessa Majors Death: Report

The 14-year-old had pleaded guilty to robbery in the fatal mugging of the Barnard College student at Morningside Park.

US Open Will Be Held Without Fans, Cuomo Says

The U.S. Open tennis tournament will be held this summer as scheduled, but without spectators in the stands.

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Lawmaker, Educator Worried About Contact Tracers Not Asking About Attending Protests

There has been progress in the fight against COVID-19, but massive protests and businesses reopening have created fears of a new wave.

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