After a March protest claiming systemic racial discrimination, Ethical Culture Fieldston School began taking steps to change, according to a letter from its administration to students, alumni and supporters. more

It is illegal to park cars on city sidewalks. It’s a simple notion made clear in city law, subject to fines of more than $100. Yet, every day it seems car dealerships and auto repair shops across the city park vehicles on sidewalks with little fear of consequence from police or city officials. more

The endless bounds of space are giving Jordan Sanchez limitless possibilities. The Bronx High School of Science graduate is set to attend Harvard University in the fall to study astrophysics, with aspirations to work at NASA or SpaceX someday. And when she “gets tired of that,” Sanchez looks forward to a calmer life of researcher and teaching. more

When the weather gets hot, people seek relief. One of the nicest methods is by floating neck-deep in the sparkling blue water of a nearby pool. more

When a cement truck fatally struck a cyclist July 1 in Brooklyn, it marked the 15th bicycle rider to die this year on New York City streets — and the third that week. Soon after, Mayor Bill de Blasio and the New York Police Department vowed to curb reckless driving. more

On Thursday afternoons, elves and hobgoblins take over the community room of Spuyten Duyvil Library. more

Either there’s a rogue eye doctor on the loose or a thief with a briefcase of medical equipment and no idea what to do with it. more

Maybe it was playing cello in high school orchestra decades ago. Or clarinet in marching band. more

Some may believe today’s teens are out of touch with faith, but two teenagers active with their local congregation are proving that stereotype is just a stereotype. more

The city’s education department will host a public engagement session to discuss proposed changes to the school disciplinary code Wednesday, July 17 at 6 p.m., on the Taft Campus at 240 E. 172nd St. more