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Early Addition: Donald Trump caught dozin' in court
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Good Tuesday morning in New York City, where there are abandoned boats to crush.
Here's what else is happening:
- The State Assembly is blocking a law that would allow New York City to lower its default speed limit from 25 mph to 20 mph with the goal of reducing traffic deaths — but no lawmaker contacted by Hell Gate explained why.
- New York City tap water is safe to drink, according to a test based on federal standards for forever chemicals in the water supply.
- New Jersey's reported earthquake aftershock count is up to 73.
- Famed Upper East Side hot dog shop Papaya King is being bulldozed to make way for a 17-story luxury condo tower.
- Donald Trump was allegedly snoozing in court yesterday.
- The artist and curators behind Israel's pavilion at the Venice Biennale are refusing to open their exhibition unless "a cease-fire and hostage release agreement is reached."
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed Trump asked him to be his running mate.
- The Jets are getting new uniforms that may or may not help.
- And finally, almost:
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