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Air quality in New York City reached unhealthy levels due to smoke from wildfires in Canada, affecting the tri-state region for a second consecutive day. The Air Quality Index climbed to 150 at 1 pm and exceeded 180 by 9 pm.

Hundreds of New Yorkers and thousands of Americans have fallen ill from the Cyclospora parasite, which causes cyclosporiasis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a high-urgency health alert to healthcare providers.

Smoke conditions and heat are persisting in New York and New Jersey, leading to air quality issues. While storms from Wednesday have largely moved away, lingering showers or storms remain in the region, with humidity levels expected to decrease.

The first busway in The Bronx will be installed along Tremont Avenue to improve the Bx36 bus route, which currently averages five miles per hour and serves 39,000 commuters. Mayor Mamdani announced the project as a solution to slow travel times on the busy corridor.

A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for New York City, parts of Northeastern New Jersey, and Nassau County on Long Island. The warning follows a day of extreme heat and is in effect until 5:45 PM. PIX11 reported the expanding storm threat.

Anita Martin, 60, is accused of abandoning a young dog with a gash and leaving it tied to a gate for hours in Yonkers. She faces multiple criminal charges, including aggravated animal cruelty, as announced by District Attorney Susan Cacace.

Health officials advise against swimming at New York City beaches due to high temperatures and poor air quality caused by Canadian wildfires. The heat and smoke have made outdoor activities unappealing.

Three teens in Jersey City, N.J., have been arrested for an acid attack that injured six women with sulfuric acid burns. Officials stated the suspects, aged 13 to 15, are accused of throwing sulfuric acid at the victims.

Canadian wildfires in western and northwestern Ontario are expected to push smoke into the tri-state area starting late Wednesday due to shifting upper-level winds, causing visibility restrictions through Friday. The smoke's impact is anticipated to last into Friday.

Free KN95 masks are being distributed in New York City as air quality deteriorates due to elevated ozone levels and wildfire smoke from Canada. Officials warn of hazy skies and low visibility caused by the smoke, per the National Weather Service.

An extreme heat wave with triple-digit heat indices is affecting the tri-state area, prompting public health advisories. Public beaches and pools are free and open later on Wednesday to help residents stay cool.

Patrice Lenowitz remembers her son Max, a victim of fentanyl, using orange-winged butterflies as symbols of hope and new beginnings. The article highlights NJ parents commemorating their children lost to fentanyl.

Smoke and haze conditions may prevent New Yorkers from experiencing an intense heat wave, with wildfire smoke expected to reduce temperatures from triple digits to the low range over the next few days.

New Yorkers visiting Rockaway Beach in Queens during a three-day heatwave faced a threat of rip currents, as warned by the National Weather Service. The hazard is expected to intensify, complicating efforts to seek relief from the heat at the beach.

City health officials confirmed 76 buildings in Manhattan's Upper East Side tested positive for Legionella bacteria amid an outbreak. The affected buildings are in ZIP codes 10028, 10128, and 10075.

New York health officials report a sharp increase in cyclosporiasis cases, urging residents to handle fresh produce with caution. The exact source of the outbreak remains unidentified, though a previous study is referenced.

New York City is bracing for a heat wave with heat indices exceeding 100 degrees, prompting a heat advisory from Tuesday noon to Wednesday 9 p.m. Residents can legally open hydrants using spray caps to stay cool during the extreme heat.

An 8-year-old boy drove his grandmother's parked car in Lindenhurst, N.Y., causing it to strike her. The grandmother is in serious condition after being hit by the vehicle.

A car exploded in the Hickory Hill neighborhood of Totowa, New Jersey, at 5:30 a.m., causing debris to damage nearby houses and resulting in the vehicle owner's hospitalization.

A heat wave is likely in New York and New Jersey with temperatures rising into the 90s and heat advisories issued starting Tuesday, as the heat index could reach 100 degrees.

A heat advisory has been issued for New York City due to an anticipated heat wave with heat indices exceeding 100 degrees. The advisory will take effect at noon on Tuesday and remain in place until 9 p.m. on Wednesday.

A Brooklyn family is honoring Kinu Rochford, who was shot and killed during a basketball tournament in Central Harlem. Loved ones gathered at Wingate Park in Brooklyn to remember him.

The NYPD is investigating a man who robbed three Facebook Marketplace users between May 13 and May 31, with two incidents occurring in the Melrose section of the Bronx and one elsewhere. The suspect is still at large.

An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease has affected over 50 people on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, with 22 hospitalized. The city is investigating the source of the outbreak.

A man's decaying body was found in a Staten Island home, prompting an ongoing police investigation. The body was discovered unconscious and unresponsive at 19 Housman St. in Mariner's Harbor.

Republican nominee Bruce Blakeman used an AI-generated ad targeting Gov. Kathy Hochul. He defended AI as a standard tool in his campaign strategy during an interview with PIX11.

MetroLoft, a developer involved in converting an old Pfizer office building, has multiple projects with construction-related violations, according to city records. The developer lists four active Manhattan projects, including 111 Wall St. and 767 Third Ave.

A 600-foot leaning skyscraper in Manhattan's Seaport district, where a construction worker fell to his death, has remained unfinished for six years and may stay incomplete. The article also mentions an old Pfizer building in Midtown that recently caused evacuations.

Three New Yorkers were arrested for allegedly stealing checks and items from USPS mailboxes in Suffolk County. The incident occurred on June 3, according to the District Attorney and NYPD.

An affordable housing lottery in the Bronx offers apartments starting at $777. The units are part of Starhill Phase II at 51 Featherbed Lane, featuring amenities like free in-unit broadband Wi-Fi, security cameras, and a communal laundry room.

Unsettled weather with a stationary front will affect the region, leading to mostly cloudy skies and afternoon showers or thunderstorms. High temperatures in New York City will reach 87 degrees.

Humidity and storm threats persist in New York and New Jersey, with torrential rains causing severe delays in parts of New Jersey. While the storm threat is diminishing Thursday evening, additional storms could develop by Friday.

Construction workers in Midtown Manhattan protested MetroLoft's building days before structural failures occurred, citing poor working conditions. A protest sign read 'You get what you pay for,' criticizing the project's quality.

A 23-year-old Brooklyn man, Tahj Nelson, is accused of fatally shooting his 24-year-old girlfriend, Tatiana Pettus, in the neck during a fight in their Flatbush apartment. He was arrested and charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon.

Residents in New York City's basement apartments are being warned to prepare for potential flooding as rain and thunderstorms are expected to bring up to 1-2 inches of rainfall per hour between Thursday and Friday. The hazardous weather poses a risk for flooding, prompting calls for higher ground.

Families in New York are receiving Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) funds to cover groceries, with eligible families getting a one-time $120 payment per child. The program aims to alleviate food cost burdens during the summer.

Molotov cocktails were thrown at churches in Queens on Wednesday night, leading to the arrest of a 36-year-old man. The first incident occurred just before midnight at 97-44 75th Street, where the suspect attempted to set fire to a building with an incendiary device.

The number of Legionnaires’ Disease cases on Manhattan's Upper East Side has increased to 36. City Health officials are alerting residents about the outbreak and providing guidance for those who may be affected.

Crews have stabilized a high-rise building that caused evacuations, though restricted areas remain during the investigation. The 37-story former Pfizer building is undergoing conversion to residential apartments.

A black bear was spotted in White Plains, NY, roaming residential neighborhoods and hanging on a tree limb. The White Plains Department of Public Safety shared video of the bear on social media. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is involved in addressing the situation.