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October 13, 2023: Midday News

NYC NOW
NYC NOW
Episode • Oct 13, 2023 • 10m
Police say there are no credible threats to New York City this morning as planned protests over the war between Israel and Hamas have officials on high alert. Meanwhile, the NYPD says New York City Council member Inna Vernikov is facing a "criminal possession of a weapon" charge after she brought a gun to a protest at Brooklyn College yesterday. Also, food pantries in New York City say there's a spike in the number of residents who need a hot meal or free groceries.
Plus, data from the National Highway Safety Administration analyzed by Newsday, found that Nassau and Suffolk county are among the deadliest counties for traffic fatalities in New York state. Elissa Kyle, Placemaking Director at Vision Long Island, explains why the roads are so dangerous and explores solutions to improve street safety on Long Island. Finally, New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez has been hit with federal charges accusing him of acting as an agent of the Egyptian government. Joining us to discuss the latest claim is Sean Sullivan, investigative reporter covering criminal justice and government at The Star-Ledger and NJ Advance Media.

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