New York City Nightly News: Top Stories, Weather Forecast, and Updates
Good evening, New York City! As we wrap up the day, let's take a look at the top stories you need to know for tonight and tomorrow, along with the weather forecast. Today, temperatures reached the 60s, and some drizzle is expected along the coast tonight. Tomorrow, Saturday, will be warm and mostly dry, with a slight chance of spot showers in the afternoon and at night.
In Brooklyn, a man has been charged with murder in the shooting death of a 7-month-old baby. The NYPD announced that 21-year-old Amuri Greene faces multiple charges, including murder, attempted murder, criminal possession of a weapon, and assault.
Rapper Cardi B and Mayor Zohran Mamdani are promoting NYC's 2-K launch with a citywide jingle contest. The city's universal free child care program for toddlers is set to launch soon, with applications opening this summer from June 2 to June 26.
New Yorkers can now eat some fish caught from the lower Hudson River for the first time in 50 years. The state Department of Health updated its guidance due to declining levels of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in the area.
Security lines at New York City-area airports have eased, but wait times can vary. As spring break travelers head out, lines at LaGuardia Airport terminals fluctuated this morning, according to NY1's Alyssa Paolicelli.
Iranian-born chef Nasim Alikhani, owner of Sofreh, speaks out against the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Alikhani, who moved to New York City from Iran, finds solace in cooking and believes food is a language that expresses her emotions.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the City Council are at odds over competing plans to close a budget gap. Mamdani proposes raising property taxes and using the city's reserves, while the council argues for re-estimates and spending cuts as a more sustainable solution.
In breaking news, a U.S. fighter jet was shot down in Iran today, with one crew member rescued. This incident marks the first aircraft downed since the war began nearly five weeks ago.
Stay informed and stay safe, New York City!