Defining US, The Story of Umoja

By EMILY SAWAKED

There is nothing more powerful than hearing the voices of people who have been on the front lines of a battle against oppressive systems. The docuseries, “Defining US,” focuses on the U.S. public school system and its impact on low-income children of color across the nation. It premiered at the Toronto Black Film Festival in February, and as part of the series, two individuals with experience of the Bronx public school system shared their stories. One, Angel Diaz, is a former student at the school and now a paraprofessional [teaching assistant] at the school, and the other, Ingrid Chung,

By DAVID GREENE

This week, we asked readers who they believe when it comes to the bail reform debate, since progressives and some public defenders allege the rise in crime is not linked to bail reform, while the mayor and law enforcement allege it is. “The people that are actually saying that it does… I mean they become brazen if you’re not going to punish people. As anybody, they’re going to become opportunists and to me, bail reform is contributing to the increase in crime. The DAs, the judges, they should be held accountable too and they should be removed. You can

By EMILY SAWAKED

Your poll site may have changed. Check your voting card before you go to vote. A U.S. army veteran, single father, and Democratic candidate for Senate District 34, which covers parts of The Bronx and Westchester counties, John Perez has run unsuccessfully for elected office in the past. He is one of three candidates in the race to succeed State Sen. Alessandra Biaggi who is running for Congress in District 17. Having lived a long and experienced life, Perez said he is eager to serve his district and the rest of the State. His motivation to begin another

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) and the NYPD have advised of the following street and bridge closures in The Bronx and Manhattan from Aug. 12 to Aug. 31. East 139th Street between Alexander Avenue and Willis Avenue: This street will be closed Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Aug. 14 to facilitate crane operation. East 149th Street (Service Road) between Exterior Street and Dead End: This street will be fully closed 24/7 through Aug. 16 for access and use. East 160th Street between Forest Avenue and

By SÍLE MOLONEY

City and State health officials updated New Yorkers on the detection of polio in the City’s sewage system on Friday, Aug. 12, suggesting a likely local circulation of the virus in New York City. Polio can lead to permanent paralysis of the arms and legs and even death in some cases. State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett said for every one case of paralytic polio identified, hundreds more may be undetected. “The detection of poliovirus in wastewater samples in New York City is alarming, but not surprising,” Bassett said. “Already, the State Health Department, working with local

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Kingsbridge Unidos, a mutual aid group, and Cash Cow NYC, a local clothing brand, will be helping Bronx families get Back-to-School ready and distributing fresh produce to them during a food drive on Friday, Aug. 12, at 5 p.m. Jessica Altagracia Woolford, Kingsbridge Unidos founder and former candidate for State Assembly, Cash Cow NYC, and volunteers said they will be serving 500 families across the Northwest Bronx, as the event marks the third, annual Back-to-School event for Kingsbridge Unidos and its largest distribution to date. Volunteers packed produce and school supplies in the morning at 3047 Kingsbridge Terrace

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Police said a 25-year-old man from Bedford Park has been arrested in connection with the murder investigation of a 20 year-old-man that took place in Belmont on July 27. A police spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at approximately 0409 hours, police responded to a male shot in front of 717 East 187 Street, within the confines of the 48 Precinct. Upon arrival, officers observed a 20-year-old male unconscious and unresponsive, with two gunshot wounds to the head, and one gunshot wound to his hip.” They said EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced on Tuesday, Aug. 9, that four individuals who were arrested in June as a result of a multi-agency investigation into the trafficking of illegal firearms from Washington to Westchester between April and June have been charged. In addition to the arrests, authorities seized 31 ghost guns, as well as two conventional firearms, that were allegedly assembled and purchased in Washington, D.C., before being transported to Yonkers for sale between April 28 and June 24. “This case is just one example of my gun safety initiative in action: conducting proactive investigations

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The NYPD is asking for the public’s help locating a 70-year-old man reported missing in Fordham Manor. Police said Michael Hernandez, 70, of 100 West Kingsbridge Road in The Bronx, NY, was last seen Thursday, Aug. 11, at 1.30 p.m., leaving his home. He is described as male, around 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighs 120 pounds, is Hispanic, has a thin build, a medium complexion, brown eyes, a goatee and straight black hair. “He was last seen wearing a black jacket, grey jeans, and a grey baseball cap,” police said. Anyone with information regarding to this incident is asked

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