ZIMMERMAN NOT GUILTY

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29 year old George Zimmerman, the Florida neighborhood watchman who shot Trayvon Martin an unarmed black 17-year-old male last year is not guilty.

Defense attorneys representing Zimmerman argued he acted in self-defense and with justifiable use of deadly force in the death of Trayvon Martin.

The female judge told the all women jury to consider its verdict on charges of either second-degree murder or manslaughter. The case sparked a fierce debate about racial profiling in the US.

WEEKEND WEATHER

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Showers....The rain could be heavy at times. Patchy fog after 3am. Low around 70. East wind 9 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Saturday Scattered showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. East wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Saturday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. South wind 5 to 9 mph becoming light after midnight.

WHO WAS DEFENDING HIMSELF?

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As final arguments finish in Trayvon Martin's slay trial, the Florida jury set to begin deciding Zimmerman's fate.

George Zimmerman's defense attorneys tried to convince a jury the neighborhood watch volunteer shot 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in self-defense.

But Zimmerman's case apparently raises some disturbing issues. The right to self defense- does it only apply to Zimmerman? Did Trayvon Martin have the right to defend himself against a stranger chasing him?

PELHAM BAY PARK EVENTS

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SUMMER CONCERT at PELHAM BAY PARK * The annual summer concert series in Pelham Bay Park. In collaboration with the Bronx Arts Ensemble and the Parks Department, the first concert, entitled “All You Need is Love," will take place tomorrow, July 12th, starting at 6 PM on the lawn at Pelham Bay Park.

Manhattanhenge

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The best effect, position yourself as far east in Manhattan as possible. But ensure that when you look west across the avenues you can still see New Jersey. Clear cross streets include 14th, 23rd, 34th. 42nd, 57th, and several streets adjacent to them. The Empire State building and the Chrysler building render 34th street and 42nd streets especially striking vistas.

BRONX TO MANHATTAN FERRY SERVICE

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How would you like to travel via ferry service from Manhattan to The Bronx?

The Metropolitan Waterfront Alliance has tentatively scheduled a meeting at Community Board 9’s district office at 1967 Turnbull Avenue at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 24th, to rally locals to join a community advisory board.

A representative from MWA pitched the idea to folks at CB9’s general board meeting June 20th, drawing plenty of interest, and applause, from a packed house.

US Poll: Public Esteem for Military High

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The US Military ranked highest with more than three-quarters of Americans (78%) saying they think the Armed Forces contribute “a lot” to society. However, members of the Clergy wound up in the middle and Journalists near the bottom with just 28% saying the Press contribute “a lot.” This figure is down 10% from 2009, when 38% of Americans viewed Journalists positively.

Zimmerman Wont Testify - Defense Rests Case

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During the entire trial, George Zimmerman has maintained he shouldn't be found guilty of murder in the death of Trayvon Martin, but his defense attorneys counseled him not to testify on his own behalf.

Meanwhile, Trayvon Martin's family is praying for peaceful justice, saying they have faith.
Zimmerman is pleading not guilty to second degree murder charges, claiming he shot Trayvon Martin in self-defense.

Now that lawyers defending Zimmerman have decided to rest their case, the trial may go to the jury as early as Friday.

CITY ISLAND BRIDGE UPDATE

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NYC DOT has provided City Island Images with the following information and at their request, with the understanding that we do not use any quotes.

Registration of the construction contract for the City Island bridge is currently underway at the Comptroller's Office. Although the timeline for the project's start will be determined when registration is complete, we have been told by more than one source that this will occur in less than six months.

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