Danielle Leigh, Eyewitness News

Danielle Leigh

Eyewitness News

New York, NY, United States

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Past articles by Danielle:

Navy veteran surprised with cards from around the world marking her 99th birthday

A Navy veteran on Long Island, Theresa Smith Reilly, received quite the surprise on her 99th birthday thanks to some scheming largely orchestrated by her granddaughter, Maura Reilly. → Read More

NYC intervention programs seek to intercept violence before it happens

Following a summer marked by increased violence in New York City and other major cities around the country, there's a movement gaining attention called Cure Violence. → Read More

7 On Your Side: Coronavirus pandemic puts spotlight on NYC homelessness crisis

As the Coronavirus pandemic turned parts of New York City into a ghost town, some of the city's most vulnerable residents and the challenges they face became increasingly apparent. → Read More

99 cards for 99 years: NY woman's wish for grandmother's birthday goes global

A Mount Vernon woman never imagined her request on social media for 99 birthday cards for 99 years to help celebrate her grandmother's 99th birthday on September 22 would get so much attention. → Read More

New York City teacher retirements jump 28% in September ahead of fall semester

The uptick in late retirement announcements follows a similar trend around the state as teachers grapple with challenges created by the coronavirus pandemic. → Read More

Class action lawsuit accuses Suffolk County school district of negligence

A Long Island middle school that's battled concerns about toxic chemicals on its campus for decades is now facing a class action lawsuit alleging the Northport-East Northport School District failed to do enough to protect its students from contaminants. → Read More

7 On Your Side Investigates: NY teacher retirements jump 121% in August amid COVID pandemic

Hundreds of teachers across New York State who may not have retired this year are bowing out amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to retirement data obtained by 7 On Your Side Investigates. → Read More

7 On Your Side Investigates: Lack of guidance, resources are top concerns for schools

A lack of guidance and resources are top concerns for school districts in New York and New Jersey scrambling to finalize plans for the 2020-2021 school year amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a survey by Eyewitness News. → Read More

Manhattan church sees 2,264% increase in demand for pantry meals amid COVID crisis

On almost any weekday morning, you will find a line of people stretching around the corner at the Church of the Holy Apostles in Chelsea, waiting for food. → Read More

COVID reopening: AI cameras may help businesses, schools maintain social distancing

As many businesses look to reopen following the pandemic, they are looking for new solutions to help employees keep their distance and stay healthy. → Read More

7 On Your Side Investigates reasons behind uptick in NYC gun violence

In the last week, the number of people shot in New York City was up roughly 206% compared to last year, according to the New York City Police Department. → Read More

Coronavirus News: See-through masks helping those with autism, hearing loss

Advocates for those with hearing loss call masks incredibly important, especially in healthcare settings, where only a couple see-through masks have FDA approval, and the providers have been unable to keep up with demand. → Read More

Nassau County Legislature helps save 2 college programs supporting students with autism

After Nassau Community College was planning to eliminate two programs serving students with autism, those programs were officially restored Monday with the approval of the College's proposed budget. → Read More

Community meeting outlines path to reopening Northport Middle School

Community members with an interest in environmental concerns that have plagued a middle school in Suffolk County got a chance to ask questions of environmental consultants hired to assess the safety of Northport Middle School during a virtual meeting that → Read More

7 On Your Side Investigates: New York City protests haven't caused spike in COVID-19 cases

Rroughly a month after protests against the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis began, major US cities including New York City have not seen a significant increase in COVID-19 cases. → Read More

Coronavirus News: New York City protests haven't caused spike in COVID-19 cases

Rroughly a month after protests against the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis began, major US cities including New York City have not seen a significant increase in COVID-19 cases. → Read More

Reopen News: NYC playgrounds reopen with social distancing

The start of Phase 2 in New York City meant the locks would be removed from playgrounds that have sat empty for months, and parents and children were happy to have the recreational option back on Monday. → Read More

Environmental report finds Northport Middle School is safe to open

A newly released environmental report has determined a middle school on Long Island closed earlier this year over concerns about toxins on campus is safe to occupy. → Read More

NYPD surveillance transparency bill expected to pass New York City Council

The New York City Council is expected to pass several police reforms initiatives Thursday that would create new requirements for transparency and place limits on the use of force by officers, including a ban on chokeholds. → Read More

7 On Your Side Investigates: NYPD accused of making arrests in violation of bail reform laws

A class action lawsuit filed in New York Supreme Court this week accuses the New York City Police Department of violating bail reform rules that limit who police can arrest. → Read More