NYC NOW Midday News: Former NYPD Lawyer Sues Over Firing, Delacorte Theater Reopens, and Legionella Inspections Scrutinized
Aug 7, 2025
A former NYPD lawyer is taking legal action, claiming she was ousted for challenging powerful allies of the mayor. The Delacorte Theater in Central Park is back in action, showcasing a star-studded 'Twelfth Night' after extensive renovations. Meanwhile, alarming data reveals a sharp decline in inspections for Legionella bacteria, raising public health concerns amid the theater's reopening, especially following a recent outbreak in Harlem.
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Dedicated Shakespeare Ticket Line Anecdote
- Mary Flum Peterson woke up at 4:30 a.m. to be first in line for free Shakespeare in the Park tickets.
- She has attended every year since college and values the camaraderie of waiting in line.
Danger of Cooling Towers Explained
- Cooling towers on NYC buildings circulate warm water, which can breed dangerous Legionella bacteria if not maintained.
- This bacteria spreads via vapor and caused a deadly 2015 outbreak with 138 sick and 16 deaths.
NYC's Legionella Regulations Post-2015
- After the 2015 outbreak, NYC required cooling tower registration, inspection proof, quarterly bacteria testing, and reporting of Legionella presence.
- The city health department also conducts inspections to ensure compliance and tower safety.