AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoBronx Fire Investigation: Investigators are still trying to pin down what caused Wednesday’s deadly explosion and five-alarm fire on East 209th St. in Norwood that killed one person and injured 14, including firefighters; FDNY says arson and fire marshals are delayed by concerns about a possible partial interior collapse, and sources say they’re looking at a possible mix of a lithium-ion battery and gas. Immigration Enforcement: A surge of federal immigration officers is sparking clashes across NYC immigrant communities, with reports of pepper-spraying and detainees being taken for medical evaluation, as advocates plan mass outreach. Harlem Legionnaires’ Lawsuits: Four new lawsuits target New York City over last summer’s deadly Legionnaires’ outbreak in Harlem, alleging slow testing and treatment and failures to warn residents. Transit for Students: Students say replacing lost or broken OMNY cards is still inconsistent, with some waiting weeks, raising concerns about whether the system fully meets demand. Housing Push (LIFT): Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s LIFT tracker rolls out an interactive map of 100+ city sites that could support about 50,000 affordable homes, using expedited land-use review. Heat Advisory: The city warns of dangerous heat and storm risks, urging New Yorkers to use cooling centers and prepare for flooding.
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