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FDNY Firefighter's Infant Daughter Dies | Coronavirus Latest

Two Million Could Go Hungry Amid Pandemic | BK Lawmaker Reveals Diagnosis | NY Launches Nursing Home Investigation

Jay-Natalie La Santa, who died days before her 5-month-birthday, was baptized in isolation with her hospital nurses' help, an aunt said.
Jay-Natalie La Santa, who died days before her 5-month-birthday, was baptized in isolation with her hospital nurses' help, an aunt said. (Courtesy of Danielle Monique La Santa, used with permission)

NEW YORK CITY — These are today's stories about the city's battle to slow the new coronavirus.

FDNY Firefighter's Infant Daughter Dies Of Coronavirus: Officials

Jay-Natalie La Santa, who died days before her 5-month-birthday, was baptized in isolation with her hospital nurses' help, an aunt said.

NYC Coronavirus Crisis Could See 2M People Go Hungry: Mayor

The number of food insecure New Yorkers is projected to double this year, according to Mayor Bill de Blasio.

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Bed-Stuy Councilman Robert Cornegy Reveals Coronavirus Battle

More than 300 Amazon warehouse workers will walk out Tuesday to protest the corporation's response to COVID-19.

NY To Launch Statewide Investigation Of Nursing Homes, Cuomo Says

Alarming death rates at New York State nursing homes spurred a state Department of Health and Attorney General investigation.

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Carmine's Sells Signature Sauce To Raise Money For 450 Employees

The popular Italian restaurant is selling its sauce for the first time to contribute to its employee relief fund, which has raised $22,000.

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Here's Where To Get Free Halal Or Kosher Meals In Queens

The city is expanding its free meals program to offer more options for New Yorkers who observe kosher and halal dietary rules.

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