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MTA new R211 D train cars running in Brooklyn

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About ‘D’-arn time: MTA rolls out shiny new R211 trains on the D line, replacing 1980s-era rail cars

The Filipino fast-food chain Jollibee officially opened its first Bronx location on July 1, drawing crowds of eager customers whose lines wrapped around the block before the restaurant opened its doors.

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Filipino fast-food chain Jollibee opens its first Bronx location in The Hub

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

Bronx Council Member Althea Stevens introduced a bill to form a Youth Board with at least three teens and young adults that would advise the city on youth programming.

Politics

Bronx elected officials celebrate big city budget wins — but Council Member Althea Stevens says it’s not enough

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

deadly pedestrian traffic death in vision zero era

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Vision Zero: NYC pedestrian traffic deaths hit record low for first half of this year, DOT data

Men’s Health Month fair brings free health screenings and resources to South Bronx families

By Karizma Jernigan Conversation…

Evacuation Day

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America 250 | New York City and its often forgotten role in the American Revolution

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More than 700 Bronx families receive free groceries at community event backed by Goodr, NBA Total Health

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

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One Bronx artist wants employees—not CEOs, to have a hall of fame

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Speaker Julie Menin shake hands on their first NYC budget together June 30, 2026

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$125.8B NYC BUDGET: Mamdani, Menin shake on deal at deadline with flat NYPD headcount, 9/11 records portal, and more

Rendering of River Commons.

Housing

Mayor Mamdani, NYC Health + Hospitals break ground on $255M River Commons, bringing 328 affordable homes to the South Bronx

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

Gov. Kathy Hochul speaking at Bronx Day in Albany, alongside Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson and State Sen. Nathalia Fernandez.

Politics

Bronx elected officials overwhelmingly endorse Governor Kathy Hochul for re-election

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

A rally with City Council members and advocates for the expansion of the Fair Fares program.

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NYC BUDGET: Fair Fares half-priced fare program expanded to make 340,000 more New Yorkers eligible

First New Yorker and member of Lenape tribe celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day

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America 250 | Descendants of the First New Yorkers look for the ‘freedom to move forward’ through retelling history

City Council Speaker Julie Menin (l.) with Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams, who according to the Quadrennial Advisory Commission, testified in May 2026 that , increasing the salaries of the city’s elected officials was a long-overdue cost of living adjustment.

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NYC elected officials could get nearly 20% pay raises this summer – far more than they asked for

City Council speaker Julie Menin speaks about NYC budget

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NYC BUDGET: Still no handshake between Mamdani and Menin as CityFHEPS fight comes down to deadline wire

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Arts & Entertainment

Mayor Mamdani presents artwork by Bronx-based designer Edwin Reyes at Toñita Fest 2026

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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BROOKLYN BUILDING COLLAPSE: Two dead, at least 19 injured as apartment house crumbles, rescue operations ongoing

Trinidad and Tobago's capital, Port of Spain, at night.

British court overturns ban on gay sex in Trinidad and Tobago

New Pride Agenda's executive director, Kei Williams, delivers remarks at a rally in May of 2026.

New Pride Agenda calls on lawmakers to deliver on commitments to LGBTQ New Yorkers