Jasmine Garsd
Stories
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National
The Death Toll From Ida's Severe Weather Continues To Rise
Hurricane Ida and its remnants left a path of destruction from Louisiana to the Northeast. Communities are assessing the damage, and prepping for a hurricane season that hasn't reached its peak.
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National
Because Of The Pandemic, Some Quinceañeras Are Celebrating 17th Birthdays This Year
Quinceañeras are an important tradition in many Latino cultures, but COVID-19 restrictions canceled party plans. Those delays are bringing a new twist to these celebrations.
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National
Northeast Expects Tropical Storm Henri To Be One Of The Worst Storms In 30 Years
Tropical Storm Henri makes landfall on the upper Northeast coast today.
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National
When Shootings Erupt, These Moms, Pastors And Neighbors Step In To Defuse Tension
The community members known as "violence interrupters," can play a vital role diffusing potential gun violence retaliation in neighborhoods that don't trust police.
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Politics
From The Streets Of Brooklyn, Here's How New Yorkers Feel About Gov. Cuomo Resigning
The resignation of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo amid sexual harassment accusations has brought dramatic change to the state's leadership. And New Yorkers have plenty of thoughts on what that means.
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National
Gun Violence Can Be Diffused By Community Members Called 'Violence Interrupters'
Increasing gun violence across the country is a growing concern. In one New York neighborhood, paid members of the community help curb tensions that lead to shootings. They can do what police can't.
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Health
As The Delta Variant Rages, Calls Grow For Vaccine Mandates
An increasing number of cities, states, counties and hospitals are making COVID-19 vaccines mandatory. But not all health care workers are on board.
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National
New York City Mandates Municipal Workers Be Vaccinated By Mid-September
New York City announced that government workers, including teachers and police, must be vaccinated by mid-September. Those who refuse will have to wear masks indoors and submit to weekly testing.
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National
11 Are Confirmed Dead In Condo Collapse As Rescue Crews Work Tirelessly
Search and rescue teams are picking through the rubble of the collapsed condominium in Surfside, Fla. It's dangerous and difficult work but the crews keep at it because they hope to find people alive.
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National
Gun Violence Is Surging In New York, But Advocates Worry About More Policing
Some communities in the city have been experiencing a noticeable rise in shootings. They're also grappling with strained relations with the police.