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Joined May 2009
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CONEY ISLAND ASSAULT: Police are looking for a man they say punched a 76-year-old in the face on #ConeyIsland. - bit.ly/4dJWNk2 #Crime #Brooklyn
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SYRINGE REDEMPTION: The permanent extension marks a significant milestone for a program city leaders say has improved neighborhood cleanliness, enhanced public safety, and created new pathways to health services for thousands of New Yorkers. - bit.ly/3UbRkvE
A red bin containing used syringes with orange caps. The text overlay reads: "NYC makes syringe redemption program permanent after collecting 3.5 million needles." News 12 logo is in the top left corner.

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EXCLUSIVE: In a wide-ranging interview with News 12’s Tara Rosenblum, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said his travels across the country have convinced him voters are looking for a change in direction. #News12NY #Politics news12.com/exclusive-house-m…

Exclusive: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries discusses midterms, affordability & the future of...

The extended interview explored the midterm stakes, affordability, the war in Iran, immigration enforcement, government accountability, as well as the divisions within the Democratic Party and its...

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CAR THEFTS: A Marine Park woman said she was preparing to take her son to school when she discovered that a key part of her car had been stolen in the early morning hours. - bit.ly/4jwdV0k #News12BK #Crime
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: @JudgeJeanine, the U.S. Attorney for D.C., sat down exclusively with @tararosenblum while back in NY to discuss major national investigations, including the federal scrutiny surrounding Rep. Ilhan Omar. 📺 Tune in WEDNESDAY at 7PM! bit.ly/4BhjJAW
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STORM WRANGLER 12: Expect mild temperatures across the tri-state. Clouds increase through the afternoon, with rain chances on the horizon. MORE WEATHER: news12.com/weather
A weather map titled "Futurecast" shows temperatures and cloud coverage for parts of the Northeastern United States. Cities listed include Sussex, Poughkeepsie, Brewster, Montauk, Bridgeport, Trenton, and Atlantic City with temperatures ranging from 61°F to 69°F. The map is labeled with "powered by Jeep" and "optimum news12 New York" in the corners.

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FREE 2-K SEATS: The expansion will bring free child care and early education for 2-year-olds to every school district in the Bronx and Staten Island, along with additional neighborhoods in Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan. - bit.ly/4eFlVIQ #News12BK #Education
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NEW AUDIT: Inspectors say they found vegetation growing through holes in roofs, concrete falling due to water damage and leaks right above electrical equipment. - bit.ly/4zBPmDO #MTA #audit #news
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NEW TEAM: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says the team is meant to help up to 900,000 people at risk of losing coverage as new work requirements go into effect next year. brooklyn.news12.com/nyc-anno…

NYC announces new Medicaid outreach team ahead of 2027's coverage changes

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says the team is meant to help up to 900,000 people at risk of losing coverage as new work requirements go into effect next year.

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THE BATTLE FOR INDEPENDENTS: @tararosenblum sits down with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to discuss winning suburban voters, key tri-state races, party divisions and his path to becoming the first black house speaker. 📺 Watch Power & Politics at 9 p.m. TONIGHT!
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SUSPECTS WANTED: NYPD detectives are looking for two men who they say got away with over $79,000 worth of construction tools during a burglary spree across New York City. - bit.ly/4ypUbzf #NYC #crime #news
This image shows two security camera photos displayed on a news graphic from News 12. The left photo depicts a person wearing a reflective vest and holding a package near a vehicle. The right photo shows a person walking on a sidewalk, wearing a cap and a backpack, and holding a package. The text below states: "2 Men Disguised as Amazon Workers Wanted for Burglary Spree Across NYC.

ALT This image shows two security camera photos displayed on a news graphic from News 12. The left photo depicts a person wearing a reflective vest and holding a package near a vehicle. The right photo shows a person walking on a sidewalk, wearing a cap and a backpack, and holding a package. The text below states: "2 Men Disguised as Amazon Workers Wanted for Burglary Spree Across NYC.
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CHAOTIC CRASH: The FDNY says paramedics took two people to the hospital and treated two others at the scene. bit.ly/3UyznYg
A white car has crashed through a chain-link fence into a New York City playground. The car appears damaged and is partially elevated. Trees with autumn foliage are visible in the background. The image includes news logos and text stating, "4 hurt after car plows through NYC playground fence in chaotic crash.

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NEW TODAY: The bill increases the state's tax credit from $200 to $800 and will increase from $400 to $1,600 for married couples. tinyurl.com/5ccfykmx
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INVESTIGATION LAUNCHED: New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office of Special Investigation says it is investigating the death of a man who passed away last year after an encounter with the NYPD and Department of Homeless Services (DHS) officers. tinyurl.com/yaza8fpc

AG investigates death at Brooklyn men’s shelter following encounter with NYPD, Homeless Services...

The incident unfolded on Dec. 21, 2025, at a shelter on Clarkson Avenue.

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RESTAURANT CLOSING: After more than 25 years at the corner of Flatbush Avenue and Hawthorne Street, Errol's Caribbean Delights is planning to close down. #News12 #Brooklyn #RestaurantClosing #ErrolsBakeryCatering bit.ly/4yn8Nz5

Flatbush staple Errol's Caribbean Delights to close after more than 25 years

The last day will be Saturday, Oct. 24.

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DEMANDING ACTION: Seniors at a building on East New York Avenue say they are taking action to demand repairs after both elevators went out of service, forcing residents to use the stairs to reach upper floors. #News12 #LongIsland #BuildingRepairs bit.ly/47Z9QKU

East New York seniors take action to demand repairs after both building elevators break down

Residents and their families say the elevators have broken down repeatedly. City records show more than a dozen elevator complaints at the address since 2020, including five in the past week alone.

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DEATH INVESTIGATION: The state attorney general's office is investigating the death of a man who died last year after an encounter with NYPD and Department of Homeless Services officers. #News12 #Brooklyn #DeathInvestigation #NYPD bit.ly/4jlcq4W

AG investigates death at Brooklyn men’s shelter following encounter with NYPD, Homeless Services...

The incident unfolded on Dec. 21, 2025, at a shelter on Clarkson Avenue.

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EXCLUSIVE: @TaraRosenblum sits down with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to discuss the Bronx ICE shooting, the war in Iran, and his path to becoming house speaker. WATCH MONDAY on News 12’s Power & Politics 📺 #News12NY #Politics
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SCHOOL BUS SCARE: Six nonverbal students spent more than four hours on a school bus before arriving at their Brooklyn school, according to a city investigation. #News12 #Brooklyn #SchoolBusScare bit.ly/47uw5Iv

Six nonverbal students spent over 4 hours on bus before reaching Brooklyn school, investigation...

Investigators say the driver went to two wrong schools while school staff did not know where the students were.

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COURT APPEARANCE: The family of Detwan Hannah is speaking out after coming face-to-face in court with the man accused of recklessly causing his death last month in Brooklyn. #News12 #Brooklyn #Court #FamilySupport bit.ly/3WaJDGA
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