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Story summary
- The RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon will occur on Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Brooklyn with over 27,500 participants.
- A near-80 °F forecast has race director Ted Metellus considering yellow-flag warnings.
- Organizers will add air-conditioning, ice and a temporary life-support machine after two runner deaths in five years.
- NYC Department of Transportation engineer Harjinder Singh will run in a turban after raising $8,000 for Team 4 Kids.
- Leg-amputee Jessica Aguilar will compete to inspire her daughter.
