Lego Torture Trial; Missing CUNY Kid Found Dead In River; Prom On Ramadan: PM Digest

NEW YORK, NY — Whisper a prayer for Manchester tonight, and give a big hug to someone you love. Then catch up, below, on all the local news stories worth talking about by dinnertime on Tuesday, May 23. Stories are pulled from our 28 neighborhood Patch sites across NYC.

NYC 'Superbug' Outbreak Getting Worse: New Cases Reported At These City Hospitals

Candida auris is a deadly, drug-resistant fungus detected in at least 19 city hospitals. Check if yours is on the list.

Central Park Will Be Transformed Into An 'Urban Adventure Playground' For One Glorious Day

There will be zip lining, rock climbing, mountain biking, obstacle courses, wheelchair basketball, "Gaga" (an Israeli variation on dodgeball) and more.

Missing CUNY Student's Body Pulled From Harlem River, Police Say

The distraught father of 22-year-old Jaime Morban said his son was devoted to his studies.

Shots Were Fired Today Near The Brooklyn College Student Center

Two shooting suspects are in custody.

Cuomo Now Wants To Seize Penn Station From Amtrak, Ahead Of Impending 'Summer Of Hell'

The New York governor has proposed a full state takeover of Penn Station, which is currently run by Amtrak.

NYPD Ups Security After Ariana Grande Concert Attack In Manchester

Swarms of cops could be seen guarding tourist hotspots, transit hubs and major event venues in NYC today.

Man Killed While Riding On Side Of Truck In Hell's Kitchen, Police Say

The victim jumped on the truck's foot rail — but his backpack got snagged on a fence and he fell under the wheels, according to the NYPD.

Here's What's Up With The Weird Wave Sculptures Popping Up Around NYC

At least they're for a good cause.

President Trump's Budget Proposal Guts EPA, Superfund Cleanups

Bad news for the Gowanus Canal.

'Crown Heights' The Movie Will Open This Summer

The film, which won an award at Sundance, tells the true story of Colin Warner, a Crown Heights resident wrongfully convicted of a murder in Flatbush.

Popular Williamsburg Cooking Class Moving To Sunset Park

Will the hordes of hipsters follow?

Online Dating Rock Opera Debuts In Bushwick This Week

It's called — deep breath — The Art of Luv (Part 5): Swipe Right/ROKÉ Cupid.

Prestigious Brooklyn High School Refuses To Reschedule Prom That Conflicts With Ramadan

Muslim students at Brooklyn Tech and their supporters had asked school officials to change the date of prom so it wouldn't conflict with their holy month.

Brooklyn Dad Tortured Toddler With Legos

For at least half a year, Leonardo DeCouite repeatedly forced his 3-year-old to kneel on sharp Lego blocks, prosecutors say.

XBox Player Fights Off Armed Burglars Trying To Snatch His Console: Police

A local hero.

Massive Crowd Of Rubberneckers Expected At Kosciuszko Bridge Demolition

A Facebook event page dedicated to the Kosciuszko Bridge explosion — slated for July 11 — has racked up nearly 20,000 RSVPs.

Iconic Biggie Mural In Bed-Stuy Will Not Be Destroyed After All, Activists Announce

Public outcry over the Notorious B.I.G. mural's imminent demise apparently swayed the landlord who owns the wall.

Body Found In Queens Park Was Teen Member Of MS13, Police Say

Julio Vasquez was just 16 years old.

Did You Know That Queens Is Home To The Nation's Largest Memorial Day Parade?

The record-setting parade through Little Neck-Douglaston will celebrate its 90th anniversary this year.

Where To Swim In NYC This Summer

We've got locations, opening dates, hours and more for the city's best beaches and pools.