Authorities are investigating after a Bronx fire killed a 5-year-old boy on Wednesday night. Also every year landlords fail to register tens of thousands of rent-stabilized apartments with New York State's housing agency, but face few repercussions. WNYC's David Brand reports. Meanwhile, 11 of the city's public hospitals are requiring masks due to increased cases of COVID-19, RSV and the flu. Plus, 57 years ago New York City experienced its first ever transit strike, led by the Transport Workers Union. WNYC’s Michael Hill reports. Finally, for a lot of people, the new year is a chance to turn the page on the past and set their sights on the future. WNYC’s Community Partnerships desk is highlighting stories in our communities that focus on the idea of fresh starts. Meet Saul Serrano of Manhattan.