CHERRY BLOSSOMS: The inaugural Cherry Blossom Celebration took place, featuring song, dance and Earth Day appreciation in Allerton. bit.ly/3xQWmSJ

CONEY ISLAND: A new list from Travel + Leisure has put Coney Island in the list of top 25 beaches in the United States. Do you agree? bit.ly/3y44sHB

HOME DEPOT UPDATE: Security is more prevalent than ever and customers are speaking out about the noticeable safety changes at their local Home Depot. bit.ly/3xR1uGC

HOME DEPOT UPDATE: City Council Member Kristy Marmorato met with staff at a Throgs Neck Home Depot on Thursday to discuss solutions and address safety concerns in the store's parking lot. bit.ly/3xTJdIA

CONGESTION PRICING: MTA says congestion pricing will begin June 30. Open link for new details. bronx.news12.com/mta-outlines-n…

DEVELOPING: Former Giants offensive lineman Korey Cunningham found dead in New Jersey home. bronx.news12.com/former-ny-gian…

DRUG TAKE BACK: Bronx residents will be able to drop off their unused and expired medication at specific sites in the borough. bronx.news12.com/where-to-drop-…

WEEKEND PLANS? Check out a few events and activities happening across the borough this weekend! bronx.news12.com/see-whats-happ…

JUST IN: Police release photos of second suspect linked to killing of 17-year-old in Morrisania. bronx.news12.com/nypd-2nd-suspe…

BREAKING NEWS: Police say a man was killed by his dog this morning in Longwood. bronx.news12.com/authorities-41…

Happy Friday! It still feels cold this morning with temps in the 30s and 40s, but not as cold as yesterday thanks to the calmer winds. Temperatures start to recover this weekend into next week. Who’s ready for the 80s?

MOTHER'S DAY: With Mother's Day two weeks away, one six-year-old entrepreneur is working to make sure you're covered when getting a gift for your mom. 🎁 Tune in tomorrow morning on News 12 The Bronx for the full story.

CRIME TRIBUTE: Community members and local leaders held a tribute to those who survived and those who died from some of the Bronx’s most high-profile crimes. bit.ly/3Qlm48b

Having a little bit of fun on #TikTok with this CRAZY #NYC #weather ! 🥶😎

From 35° this morning to 85° by Monday! 🌡️🎢

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TRANSIT PROTECTION: The MTA is rolling out a $6 billion roadmap that will focus on improving and protecting the transit system from stormy weather. bit.ly/3JBwmxm

PROTECTING TENANTS: Tenants of the partially collapsed building on Billingsley Terrace joined City Council Member Pierina Sanchez to introduce new efforts to prevent similar tragedies. bit.ly/49Yqk4u

GREEN GRANT: Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced a new grant program focused on green resiliency in honor of Earth Week. bit.ly/3JyxuSr

LOOKING AHEAD: Warmer weather is just around the corner as we look ahead toward the weekend. tinyurl.com/2s3e7ceu

NEW THIS WEEKEND! #LongIsland ’s East End is filled with spas and places to unwind and relax. We take you to the Shou Sugi Ban House in Watermill. Watch #TheEastEnd this weekend at 9:30am!

JUST IN: New York appeals court overturns #HarveyWeinstein ’s 2020 rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial - tinyurl.com/sue3nubw