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Extra Time: Pressure builds on Biden after 1st debate; NYC migrant families face uncertainty
In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have more on the pressure building amid President Joe Biden's debate flap, a summer of uncertainty for migrant families in New York City and the health risks surrounding ultra-processed foods.President Biden's bid for reelection is under pressure, and there is now a call from within Congress for the president to drop out of the race for the White House. Democratic Congressman Lloyd Doggett released a statement Tuesday, saying Biden should withdraw.In first White House briefing since President Biden's lackluster performance during the debate, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre faced a slew of...
Road rage dispute leaves man stabbed to death near Morris Heights daycare: police sources
A man has died after being stabbed in the chest near a daycare in the Bronx on Tuesday, in what police sources say stemmed from a road rage dispute.The victim was stabbed in the chest in front of 1809 Phelan Pl. in Morris Heights just before 4:30 p.m.He was taken to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he later died.Police later identified him as 29-year-old Ronald Gomez-Mesa.Police sources told Eyewitness News that the incident started as a road rage dispute.They say the victim, a driver of one of the vehicles, got into an argument with the female driver of another vehicle,She then...
Exclusive look into NYPD's new technology, safety precautions for 4th of July celebrations
The NYPD's Counterterrorism Maritime Unit is preparing the Hudson River for the nation's biggest 4th of July celebration.The NYPD said there are no specific or known threats to New York City or the Macy's Fireworks on Thursday, but said it is important to be on high alert for large events that could be a target for terrorism or lone-wolf attacks.This year police are turning to new technology and taking advantage of drones and the water to keep everyone safe.Lieutenant Patrick Golden with NYPD's Counterterrorism Maritime Unit exclusively showed Eyewitness News the technology used to keep the area safe on the...
Vacationing family from New Jersey stuck in Jamaica as Hurricane Beryl approaches
The death toll from Hurricane Beryl is rising, as the most powerful storm to ever hit the Atlantic in July lashes the Caribbean.As the storm barrels toward Jamaica, people are on high alert, including some people from the Tri-State area on vacation, who were hoping to make it off the island before the storm arrives.It's been six glorious days in Montego Bay for the Simon family from New Jersey. For them, it's a long-awaited get away and college graduation celebration."It's actually beautiful. It's beautiful," said Bloomfield, New Jersey resident Brett Savage-Simon.But the tropical beauty captured in some of their pictures,...
Road rage dispute leaves man stabbed to death near Morris Heights daycare: police sources
A man has died after being stabbed in the chest near a daycare in the Bronx on Tuesday, in what police sources say stemmed from a road rage dispute.The victim was stabbed in the chest in front of 1809 Phelan Pl. in Morris Heights just before 4:30 p.m.He was taken to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he later died.Police later identified him as 29-year-old Ronald Gomez-Mesa.Police sources told Eyewitness News that the incident started as a road rage dispute.They say the victim, a driver of one of the vehicles, got into an argument with the female driver of another vehicle,She then...
1 man killed in drive-by shooting in Harlem; police searching for gunman
An investigation is underway after a man was killed in a drive-by shooting in Harlem on Tuesday.Officers responded to Frederick Douglass Boulevard and West 118th Street around 1:40 p.m., where they found a 37-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the back.Surveillance video obtained by Eyewitness News shows a white Honda traveling eastbound on West 118th Street. As the driver pulls up to the corner of Frederick Douglass Boulevard, right near a senior citizen complex, shots are fired, sending people scrambling.The victim, who was shot, struggled to the sidewalk. He was taken to Mount Sinai Morningside where he was pronounced...
Slain Det. Rafael Ramos inspires next generation of NYPD recruits in Queens
This December marks 10 years since Det. Rafael Ramos was shot and killed in the line of duty.All these years later, his legacy continues to inspire new recruits to join the ranks of the NYPD.One aspiring officer said Ramos made an impact on his life at a very young age.Officer Mohamad Ghafari, 25, received his NYPD shield from the widow of his hero on Tuesday.Ghafari says as a young boy he spent every afternoon with Ramos, who was his school safety officer at the time."We would just hang out and talk for hours waiting for my mom to pick me...
Bomb threat during Drag Story Hour in Montclair sparks bias investigation
A bomb threat that disrupted a Pride event at the Montclair Public Library has prompted a bias crime investigation.The threat came on Sunday afternoon in the form of an email to the children's library supervisor that said bombs had been placed at the library branches on South Fullerton and Bellevue avenues.The library was hosting a Drag Story Hour to mark the end of Pride month."It's sad because why try to ruin something for someone who wants to be there, if it's not your thing, this is a totally optional program, just don't attend," said LGBTQIA+ advocate Harmonica Sunbeam.The supervisor notified...
More delays at Newark Airport due to air traffic controller staffing issues
Another day, and more delays at Newark International Airport.For a second straight day, an air traffic controller shortage caused backups at the New Jersey airport.But there is some good news for travelers -- at least for Tuesday evening.More air traffic controllers were found to staff the Newark sector, so the ground delay that was expected to go into effect at 5 p.m., was lifted.The FAA released a statement on Tuesday about the disruption."The FAA briefly paused arrivals into Newark Liberty International Airport this afternoon due to air traffic controller staffing issues at the New York Terminal Radar Approach Control (N90),"...
1 man killed in drive-by shooting in Harlem; police searching for gunman
An investigation is underway after a man was killed in a drive-by shooting in Harlem on Tuesday.Officers responded to Frederick Douglass Boulevard and West 118th Street around 1:40 p.m., where they found a 37-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the back.Surveillance video obtained by Eyewitness News shows a white Honda traveling eastbound on West 118th Street. As the driver pulls up to the corner of Frederick Douglass Boulevard, right near a senior citizen complex, shots are fired, sending people scrambling.The victim, who was shot, struggled to the sidewalk. He was taken to Mount Sinai Morningside where he was pronounced...
Queens leaders call for new swim safety measures amid apparent drownings at Rockaway Beach
Officials in Queens are calling for new swim safety measures after the apparent drownings of two teens in the waters off Rockaway Beach last month.Two bodies discovered in the waters off the Rockaways over the weekend are feared to be missing teens presumed drowned off Jacob Riis Park.The family of 16-year-old Elyjha Chandler told police that photos of one of the bodies appeared to be their missing boy. He and 17-year-old Christian Perkins went missing on June 21.Leaders are proposing a series of immediate measures they want to implement to help keep swimmers safe.That includes extending the hours that lifeguards...
Haverstraw police ID suspect wanted in deadly shooting of 29-year-old man
Police in Haverstraw have identified a suspect they are looking for after a man was shot and killed Monday.Authorities said Tuesday they are searching for 18-year-old Yandie Martinez in connection to the homicide.Photos released by police show his face and distinctive tattoos and authorities say he is armed and dangerous.When first responders arrived at the scene, they found one car crashed into a parked vehicle near Fairmount Avenue and West Street around 4:30 p.m.Officials say the driver, identified as 29-year-old Christian Alvarado, was on the sidewalk with multiple gunshot wounds to the chest.He was taken to Nyack Hospital where he...
Love at first bite for competitive eating couple ahead of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest
They're a power couple on the competitive eating circuit and in real life -- two spouses are getting ready for July 4th as they will compete in Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.Miki Sudo and Nick Wehry will both be vying for the coveted Mustard Belt on Coney Island on Thursday.They actually met through the competitive eating world."We like to say we didn't choose competitive eating, competitive eating chose us," Sudo said.Eleven years later, she continues competing because not only does she love food, but she loves to travel, meet new people, and entertain people.Get pumped for @OMGitsMIKI at this...
Trouble ahead, trouble behind on New Jersey Transit for frustrated commuters
New Jersey Transit riders are frustrated when it comes to recent delays, suspensions, struck trains and wire issues.It comes down to multiple agencies and multiple problems, but commuters don't care -- they simply want to get to work and get home.Eyewitness News reporter N.J. Burkett sought out to find answers on how to fix an aging railway and restore reliability.Kay Christian just wants to get home, but she takes New Jersey Transit. Which means she's never really sure when, or if, she'll get there."Last week, it actually it got to the point where I couldn't get a train home. It...
Trump's sentencing in NY hush-money case delayed after SCOTUS immunity ruling
The judge overseeing former President Donald Trump's criminal hush money case in New York on Tuesday postponed sentencing to September 18, according to a letter sent to the parties.The Manhattan district attorney's office said Tuesday it would not oppose former President Trump's request to file a motion arguing his conviction should be tossed after the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.In a letter filed with the New York court, prosecutors with Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office said they would be open to a two-week delay in the July 11 sentencing in order to file a response to Trump's motions."Although...
Person of interest in custody in Central Park sex assault of sunbathing woman, police sources say
A man in NYPD custody in a forcible touching case is the person police believe attacked a woman sunbathing in Central Park last month, police sources told ABC News.Jermaine Longmire, 42, has not been charged in the June 24 sexual assault of the woman in the park, but the sources said DNA links him to the incident.The Central Park sexual assault prompted a manhunt for the suspect, who police say attacked the sunbather in the Great Hill section of the park near 104th Street in the middle of the afternoon.Longmire has been in custody at Rikers Island after he was...
Community shows support after fire at beloved Peter Pan Diner in Bay Shore
After a diner with decades of history went up in flames in Suffolk County, there is an outpouring of support for the owner.Video captured heavy flames and thick smoke coming from the roof of the Peter Pan Diner on Sunrise Highway in Bay Shore around 2 a.m. Tuesday.The diner dates back to 1955 and could take months to reopen. Owner Peter Lentzeres said they haven't closed for a day since the 1950s."My manager, Sylvania, who's a terrific manager, called me, my wife was screaming on the phone today, the diner's on fire and my wife's trying to wake me up,...
First day of 'Summer Rising' kicks off for students in New York City
Students in New York City may be on summer break -- but a unique combination of summer school and summer camp kicked off Tuesday for more than 100,000 students.The Summer Rising program is back in full force after some concerns that it would be brought down by budget cuts.New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks was at MS 210 in Ozone Park on Tuesday to help kick off the summer season of learning.The program is held across the five boroughs and the days consist of academics in the morning and then activities in the afternoon with community-based organizations.There were concerns...
Police searching for vandal who beheaded Catholic church statue in Flushing, Queens
Police are searching for the vandal who beheaded a statue at a Catholic church in Queens over the weekend, but this is not the first time the church has been targeted.The Statue of the Holy Family sits outside the Church of the Holy Family in Flushing.Video shows a man get out of the taxi he was driving and walk toward the statue around 5:30 a.m. on Sunday.He stops to take off his shoe, which he uses as a club just moments later."Then he goes to the front of the statue and starts hitting the face of St. Joseph, then attacks...
3 firefighters injured after fire breaks out inside building in Port Morris
Three firefighters were injured after a fast-moving fire broke out inside a building in the Bronx on Monday.The flames broke out inside a building on East 136th Street in Port Morris around 6:45 p.m.Part of the roof collapsed, and the building is now a total loss.FDNY officials say three firefighters suffered minor injuries.Officials say crews are still on the scene, and drones are being used to monitor for any hot spots.The cause of the fire is under investigation.----------* More Bronx news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
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