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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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MTA officials tout ridership gains but highlight fare evasion concerns, Bronx Metro-North project delays

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Former South Bronx chess teacher publishes memoir, reflects on career that transformed young lives

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Advocates rally in South Bronx for youth criminal justice reform

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Anti-hunger nonprofit City Harvest marks 20 years of Melrose neighborhood Mobile Market

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Bronx barbershop faces mixed reactions following Trump’s whirlwind visit

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Meet three extraordinary Bronxites running the NYC Marathon

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Fordham students turn unused meals into community food donations

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Bronx Democrats advocate for Prop 1, a ballot question to expand state discrimination protections

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Council Member Farias issues scathing response to Trump’s Castle Hill appearance

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Assembly Member Landon Dais urges Bronx residents to take action in improving their community during first State of the District address

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Husband of Bronx daycare owner sentenced to 45 years for deadly drug trafficking operation

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Bronx nonprofit The Knowledge House celebrates 10 Years of diversifying the tech industry with gala

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Hundreds of Bronx co-op buildings could get new tax breaks for green upgrades

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Parkchester management settles with state on two housing discrimination complaints

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Pajama Program helps Bronx families develop better bedtime routines

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District 9 students receive violence prevention training from Sandy Hook Promise

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