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Times Square 'Flooded' With Cops After Shooting | NYC Roundup

Here are the must-read Patch NYC stories for Monday, June 28.

Police patrol in Times Square following another daytime shooting yesterday in the popular tourist destination on June 28, 2021 in New York City.
Police patrol in Times Square following another daytime shooting yesterday in the popular tourist destination on June 28, 2021 in New York City. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

A round-up of the top news stories in New York City today:

Plan To 'Flood' Times Square With Cops Scrutinized After Latest Shooting

A Manhattan leader urged caution after the mayor vowed to "flood" Times Square with police officers following another daytime shooting.

Bruce Springsteen Marks The Return Of Live Shows On Broadway

The Boss returned for a post-COVID encore of his Broadway show.

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Photos: NYC Shows Its Pride As Thousands Celebrate Love

The celebration brought crowds to the city Sunday.

Brooklyn Lawmakers Pepper Sprayed At Protest Sue The City: Docs

Assembly Member Diana Richardson and state Sen. Zellnor Myrie were pepper sprayed by cops during a protest at the Barclays Center last year.

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Here's Where NYers Can Cool Down During The Heat Wave

Grab some relief by visiting the city's 200 cooling centers or taking a dip at its beaches and newly opened community pools.

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