First in a crowded field: a Mott Haven local joins the race for Congress
On one of the first cold nights of the season, Jonathon Ortiz spent his evening
Politics
Voters consider more police oversight in Nov. 5 voting
Initiative to expand powers of NYPD monitoring board attracts more interest than uncontested elections On
NYCHA residents take to the polls
Several candidates ran as progressive alternatives to Democratic incumbents in this year’s primary, challenging their more experienced counterparts on matters like public and affordable housing, MTA management, and ethics. In the end, though, South Bronx voters helped the incumbents hold on.
Challenger takes on political establishment in Sept. 13 primary
Hunts Point native Amanda Septimo will try to unseat Assemblywoman Carmen Arroyo in a face-off that pits a 27-year-old, grass roots organizer against an 82-year-old party matriarch whom the challenger says has long been out of touch with her embattled constituents.
Parkland activists take their fight to the Bronx
A nationwide, youth-led campaign to muzzle gun violence made a stop in Port Morris on Friday, bringing an urgent message to Bronx residents: Vote for change.
Governor announces $10 million infusion for South Bronx
The governor was at Boricua College on July 3 to announce $10 million in state investment for parts of the South Bronx.
Sepúlveda wins special election for State Senate seat
Democrat Luis Sepúlveda won a special election for a seat on the State Senate in the 32nd senatorial district last night, easily defeating his two challengers.
Tenants hope new law will help stave off displacement
“Rezoning and gentrification are one and the same, and they cause displacement,” said a housing advocate from CASA: Community Action for Safe Apartments. “It hurts my heart to see my community members when they’re crying and have nowhere to go.”