Violent Crimes Rock Northwest Bronx

A murder, two shootings and a stabbing in recent days have shaken the northwest Bronx, which is already reeling from a string of brutal robberies that caused the commander of the 52nd Precinct to call in for reinforcements.

Be Healthy: BP, Hospitals Tout Tour de Bronx Benefits

On Monday afternoon, Bronx Borough president Ruben Diaz joined forces with Transportation Alternatives, Montefiore Medical Center, St. Barnabas Hospital and the Bronx Lebanon Medical Center to officially let the world know that the 18th annual Tour de Bronx — the region’s largest free cycling event — will be happening and it will be a good thing for a borough that was recently named the most unhealthy county in the state.

Naomi Rivera Defeated Soundly in Assembly Primary By Hard-Working Challenger

In a stunning and convincing primary day upset last Thursday, Bronx Assemblywoman Naomi Rivera was ousted by a rookie, Mark Gjonaj, who outspent, outmaneuvered and outhustled his politically-insulated but scandal-stricken opponent.

80th Assembly Underdogs: Adam Bermudez

The youngest candidate in a crowded field for the 80th Assembly District primary, Adam Bermudez, 29, worked as a reporter for the Bronx Times and as a freelance public affairs consultant for other campaigns before deciding to run for office himself.

State Primary Election 2012: FAQs for Bronxites

Here’s our quick guide to what you need to know for the upcoming primary elections in the Bronx.

Bronx Photos: Sliding Into New School Year At PS/MS 20

Students from PS/MS 20 on Webster Avenue in Norwood celebrate the arrival of a completely revamped playground area on Friday, Aug 31, just a week before school started yesterday. Our photographer, Adi Talwar, was there to document the grand opening of the playground, which was dedicated to the school’s longtime and beloved parent coordinator, Haydee Muley Criscenti, who passed away last October.

Bronx’s Hottest Political Race Takes Tabloid Detour (Updated)

In early August, the Bronx’s most intense primary race made a stop outside of Tracey Towers, the high-rise apartment complex on Mosholu Parkway where tenants are fighting to stave off an enormous rent hike. Soon after, incumbent Assemblywoman Naomi Rivera was on the defensive, fending off allegations of corruption and a well-funded challenger.

Fired Bronx Teacher Fights On for Job She Loves

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Tenants, Pols Say Tracey Towers Rent Hike is Too Much (Rally Set for Tomorrow)

A few weeks ago, tenants at Tracey Towers, the troubled twin high-rise apartment buildings on Mosholu Parkway, received notices in the mail saying that on Sept. 1 their rent would spike 16 percent. The rent increases would continue over the following three years as well, leading to what amounts to a 65 percent rent hike by 2015.