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About the Author

Emily Swanson

Emily Swanson is a reporter at the Bronx Times and 2023 graduate of the CUNY Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism. Originally from Minneapolis, MN, she now lives in the South Bronx neighborhood of Port Morris. She enjoys cooking, photography and rooting for the Knicks, Timberwolves, Liberty and Yankees.

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Politics

“Is he Black?”: Public advocate candidate questions Jumaane Williams’ identity and connection to Black community

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Bronx DA urges lawmakers to tighten cannabis and retail theft laws to protect small businesses

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Arts & Entertainment

The Kid Mero looks to elevate local talent in his home boro: ‘I love the Bronx so f—-n’ much’

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Mott Haven

Community Board 1 Chair Clarisa Alayeto announces City Council run

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Around Town

Bronx native and NCAA basketball standout Boogie Fland leads Arkansas to hard-fought win at Madison Square Garden 

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Books

Kids Comic Con at Bronx Community College draws hundreds of young superheroes

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Former students hold memorial for longtime Monroe High School teacher Tom Porton

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Claremont

Mayor unveils program to address violent crime on 10 targeted NYC blocks, including 5 in the Bronx

By Emily Swanson
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Claremont

NYC Missing Persons Day event held in Bronx for the first time, offering hope and answers to families

By Emily Swanson
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NCAA basketball star and Bronx native Boogie Fland to play tournament at Madison Square Garden

By Emily Swanson
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Claremont

Bronx pet shop owners fear statewide sales ban will hurt businesses, fail to protect animal welfare

By Emily Swanson
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Health

Partnership delivers meal kits to domestic violence survivors, fostering food security and hope

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Morris Heights

Final report finds faulty engineering plans caused 1915 Billingsley Terrace building collapse

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Community

Bronx nonprofits struggle with late city payments, risking critical services and financial stability

By Emily Swanson
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Environment

City kicks off Urban Forest Plan to increase tree canopy

By Emily Swanson
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Mott Haven

NYPD opens new $85M station house in South Bronx, features community room and sustainable design

By Emily Swanson
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