Bronx residents in Assembly Speaker Heastie’s area express frustration over rising utility costs as Democrats resist Hochul’s adjustments to the climate law aimed at saving money.
Utility bills are on the rise. Residents in the Bronx, within Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie’s district, expressed frustration on Monday regarding skyrocketing utility costs, coinciding with a clash in the state Legislature over Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to delay mandates from New York’s contentious climate change law. This dissatisfaction arises as lawmakers, spearheaded by Heastie […]
Mamdani misses Bernie Sanders’ Bronx rally focused on taxing the wealthy as conflicts over progressive legislation rise with Gov. Hochul.
Large Turnout for “Tax the Rich” Rally in the Bronx A substantial number of left-leaning supporters gathered for a “Tax the Rich” rally featuring Senator Bernie Sanders in the Bronx on Sunday. Interestingly, Mayor Zoran Mamdani didn’t participate, as he navigates a complex relationship with Governor Hochul regarding tax policies. Over 1,000 attendees filled the […]
Discover the oldest pothole in New York City — a long-standing crater that has troubled The Bronx for years.
A pothole in the Bronx has become infamous among locals, reportedly affecting cars and trucks for over a decade, and it might just be the oldest one recorded in the city. This 4-inch-deep crater sits at the intersection of Addie and Bouquet streets in Allerton. Residents note that despite various attempts at repairs, the busy […]
Mamdani states that the Bronx landlord case establishes a new legal standard for New York City.
New Judgment Against Bronx Landlord Highlights NYC’s Housing Crisis New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani announced on Thursday a significant ruling from the Bronx Supreme Court, which imposed a $2.1 million judgment against landlord Seth Miller. This case could serve as a model for future actions City Hall might take against property owners who do […]
Bronx man given a 24-year prison term for killing a police officer’s former wife
Bronx Man Sentenced for Murdering NYPD Officer A Bronx man, suffering from severe mental issues, was sentenced to 24 years in prison for the brutal murder of an NYPD officer’s estranged wife. The family of the victim has been vocal about their deep sorrow and declared they cannot forgive him. Argenis Baez, 37, killed police […]
Teens cause chaos at Bronx mall and clash with police during planned Presidents’ Day event.
Teenagers Cause Chaos at Bronx Mall on President’s Day On Monday, a large group of teenagers created a disturbance at a shopping mall in the Bronx, seizing the opportunity of a school holiday for President’s Day. The incident, referred to as a “takeover,” was reported around 2 p.m. at the Bay Plaza mall. Police were […]
Teen taken into custody for Bronx shooting that resulted in Christopher Redding’s death near a bus stop
On Sunday, police reported the arrest of a teenager following a shooting in New York City that claimed the life of 16-year-old Christopher Redding. The incident occurred after school when a large crowd gathered at a bus stop, and was described by authorities as “senseless.” Families affected by the violence expressed their frustration with Mayor […]
Seventeen-year-old taken into custody for murder in Bronx shooting that resulted in the death of a 16-year-old.
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with murder following the shooting in the Bronx that claimed the life of 16-year-old soccer player Christopher Redding and injured two other teenagers, according to police. The arrest took place on Saturday in the northwest Bronx. The charges against the suspect include murder, attempted murder, manslaughter, assault, […]
Bronx ‘drug igloos’ closed by police, but threatening ‘weed dealers’ warn reporters they will come back
A bold drug dealer has found himself back on the streets just a day after his arrest for dumping marijuana from a tent on a busy sidewalk in the Bronx. On Saturday, the makeshift tent was gone, but the dealer and his associates were clearly asserting their dominance, insisting that their efforts had not been […]
Bronx girls basketball coach Jayvone Johnson charged with sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl at JetSet Motel
A former physical education teacher and girls basketball coach in the Bronx faces serious allegations of raping a 14-year-old student after taking her to a motel following a game, according to prosecutors. The girl, who played on the team he coached, is at the center of a disturbing indictment announced Wednesday by Bronx District Attorney […]