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Health officials say five people remain hospitalized, but no new symptoms have been reported in the last two weeks and the city believes the source of exposure has been eliminated.
Published Jul 30, 2026 at 7:04 p.m. ET
The medical examiner ruled he died from chronic neglect, including starvation and dehydration.
The medical examiner ruled he died from chronic neglect, including starvation and dehydration.
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