The Bronx is learning! Charter kids excel on NY math and reading tests, surpassing public school students’ scores by whopping 25% Carl CampanileAugust 17, 2025 at 8:35 PM An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Kindergarten students listening to their teacher read a book, Image 2 shows Z...
‘Zombie’ cats invade LA neighborhood: ‘I’m hearing scratches, and I’m wondering, what is this?’
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Fatal Brooklyn lounge shooting reignites NYC mayoral candidate clash over gun violence response
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California almond orchards under siege from rats: 'Never seen anything like this'
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Mamdani appeals to non-Democrats with general election push, vows government can meet voters' 'material needs'
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