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Midtown Manhattan
Every story about Midtown Manhattan, updated as news breaks.
What to know
- Darrel Rodriguez, 26, was shot on the northbound E‑train platform at 7th Avenue/West 53rd St. in Midtown Manhattan. Oct 18
- He was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital after the incident around 12:30 p.m. Oct 18
- The Plaza Hotel will close temporarily for an extensive renovation project beginning in January 2027. Oct 15
- The closure is expected to last around four years to restore the hotel's historic façade. Oct 15
Timeline
- Oct 18, 2026
- Oct 15, 2026
