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Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Midtown last year. Meanwhile, former FDNY chief Brian Cordasco has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for corruption. In Brooklyn, a fatal crash has renewed calls to install speed limiters in the cars of drivers with multiple violations. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Senator Andrew Gounardes who sponsored the bill. Plus, New York City begins issuing fines to buildings not following its new composting mandate. WNYC’s Liam Quigley explains how residents can avoid penalties.

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Midday News: Feds Seek Death Penalty for Luigi Mangione, Ex-FDNY Chief Sentenced for Corruption, Ocean Parkway Crash Sparks Safety Push, and Composting Fines Begin

APR 1, 202513 MIN
NYC NOW

Midday News: Feds Seek Death Penalty for Luigi Mangione, Ex-FDNY Chief Sentenced for Corruption, Ocean Parkway Crash Sparks Safety Push, and Composting Fines Begin

APR 1, 202513 MIN

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Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Midtown last year. Meanwhile, former FDNY chief Brian Cordasco has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for corruption. In Brooklyn, a fatal crash has renewed calls to install speed limiters in the cars of drivers with multiple violations. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Senator Andrew Gounardes who sponsored the bill. Plus, New York City begins issuing fines to buildings not following its new composting mandate. WNYC’s Liam Quigley explains how residents can avoid penalties.