Nyc current news

Here are some current news stories from New York City:

Breaking News

• A 19-year-old man was shot and killed in a Brooklyn park on Saturday evening. The NYPD is investigating the incident. (Source: NY Daily News)
• A fire broke out in a high-rise building in Midtown Manhattan on Sunday morning, causing evacuations and minor injuries. (Source: NBC New York)

Politics

• Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a new plan to address the city's affordable housing crisis, which includes a proposal to build 10,000 new units of affordable housing over the next decade. (Source: Gothamist)
• The City Council is set to vote on a bill that would require all city-owned buildings to be powered by 100% renewable energy by 2050. (Source: The New York Times)

Crime

• A 14-year-old boy was arrested and charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of a 16-year-old boy in the Bronx. (Source: NY Post)
• The NYPD is investigating a string of robberies in Brooklyn's Park Slope neighborhood, in which several victims have reported being robbed at gunpoint. (Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle)

Weather

• A heat wave is expected to hit the city this week, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s on Tuesday and Wednesday. (Source: AccuWeather)
• The city's Department of Sanitation is urging residents to take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses, such as staying hydrated and staying indoors during the hottest parts of the day. (Source: NYC.gov)

Arts and Culture

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced a new exhibit on the art of ancient Egypt, featuring over 200 objects from the museum's collection. (Source: The Met)
• The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) has announced a new season of performances, including concerts, plays, and dance productions. (Source: BAM)

Sports

• The New York Yankees have announced that they will be hosting a series of games at Citi Field in Queens this summer, due to renovations at Yankee Stadium. (Source: ESPN)
• The New York Mets have signed a new contract with star pitcher Jacob deGrom, keeping him with the team through the 2027 season. (Source: MLB.com)