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2 arrested after climbing to the top of Empire State Building, getting engaged
By Associated Press at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
NEW YORK (AP) — Two people got to the top of the Empire State Building’s antenna and unfurled a banner about “the power of love” at midday Wednesday, before starting to descend, embracing, taking selfies and ultimately being arrested.Dressed in black and wearing masks — but not tethers, it appear...
Key takeaway Police took them into custody after 1 p.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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