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From the Gothamist Newsmap: An unusual occurrence at Argyle Road & Church Ave in Brooklyn, a DOA jumper at 1st & 86th in Manhattan and a child struck by an auto at Roosevelt Ave & Main St in Queens.
The robber who prompted the fatal friendly fire incident that left an off-cop dead by another cop's gun pleaded guilty to robbery.
Prosecutors say that Brooke Astor's son is "depraved" in the closing arguments of the marathon trial.
Wow, a Levittown teacher donated a kidney to her student! When initially asked, she said yes, thinking it would be a longshot that she'd be a match, but then they were and she decided to make good on her promise.
President Obama is snubbing Fox News while he makes the media rounds to talk about health care.
Former Florida governor Jeb Bush was a surprise guest at NJ gubernatorial candidate Chris Christie's fundraiser.
Lindsay Lohan was out of control at a fashion show—she changed around the seating arrangements!
The execution of the DC sniper is set for November 10.

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By Jen Chung in Miscellaneous on September 17, 2009 12:06 PM

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ANGRYGOD11

Jeb Bush helping the Republican campaign in NJ? Great idea!

Whether everyone just loves politicians named Bush or just the sheer admiration for today's Florida, it's a can't miss concept.