New and old faces secured their seats in city, state and federal leadership positions Nov. 3.  In New York City, polls closed at 9 p.m., and The Associated Press began announcing race … more

State Sen. Gustavo Rivera said in a Nov. 2 statement he received his annual flu vaccination a week prior, underscoring the importance of protecting the health of communities, according to Rivera. … more

Mayor Zohran Mamdani said in an Oct. 29 news release that those enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will be able to earn 40% more in Health Bucks. Health Bucks is a city … more

The New York City Council announced Oct. 30 with the City University of New York that students are participating in the CUNY OMNY Pilot Program, which provides free OMNY cards through council … more

Lois Z. Kobal, a longtime resident of Fieldston, died peacefully Sept. 6. She initially moved into the community in 1950. Her inquisitiveness and intrepid drive to learn more of the world led her to … more

Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul secured another four years in office after defeating Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman in the Nov. 3 general election. The Associated Press called the race just … more

Riverdale-area residents cast their ballots in two contested congressional races this year. Congressional District 15, which includes Riverdale, Spuyten Duyvil and parts of the south and east Bronx, … more

With Election Day approaching, candidates in New York’s 13th and 15th Congressional Districts outline their positions on affordability, housing, public safety, healthcare and other issues affecting Bronx residents. Early voting runs through Nov. 1, with Election Day on Nov. 3. more

Christian and Jewish leaders gathered in Kingsbridge for an interfaith prayer following the ICE shooting of Oscar Belgal, offering neighbors space to express grief, fear and hope while calling for justice and solidarity. more

A suspicious envelope containing white powder at Rep. Ritchie Torres’ Bronx office prompted a hazmat response as local officials described threats and concerns about escalating political intimidation. more