The Rise of Anti-Semitism in New York City
May 27, 2021Currents News Staff Cell-phone video shows a man hurling anti-Semitic insults at a group of Jewish men. Police say he punched a […]
Topic: New York City
Fordham University Students Transform Minecraft into ‘Ramcraft’ and Build Virtual School
May 26, 2021By Jessica Easthope For the last year, streaming classes, virtual meetings and online campus events have become the norm, but one group […]
Despite Misconduct Allegations, Gov. Andrew Cuomo Maintains Support of Some NY Voters
March 23, 2021By Emily Drooby Lawmakers believe the impeachment investigation into Gov. Andrew Cuomo could take months. This comes after eight women accused him […]
New York City Rolls Out Vaccines for Homeless in Shelters and on the Streets
March 23, 2021By Jessica Easthope The homeless population takes on many risks during the pandemic: eating, sleeping and cooking outside in the bitter cold […]
Despite Pandemic, the Luck of the Irish Prevails for Faithful of Brooklyn and Queens
March 18, 2021Currents News Staff New York City’s grand St. Patrick’s Day parade turned completely virtual in 2021. Only the fighting 69th infantry actually […]
NYPD Women: Daughter of Late Detective Pays Tribute to Her Mother’s Legacy
March 17, 2021By Jessica Easthope Stephenie Clark says her mom Eileen was protecting and serving, long before she joined the NYPD. “It was unusual […]
New Elmhurst Hospital CEO Says Faith Will Help Her Lead Former COVID Epicenter to Better Days
March 3, 2021By Emily Drooby Last March, Elmhurst Hospital faced “apocalyptic” conditions. They were overwhelmed by COVID patients pouring in – stretchers filled the […]
St. Matthew Group of Hope Gives Away Groceries as Part of Lenten Promise
March 1, 2021By Jessica Easthope One year into the pandemic, food insecurity is still at an all-time-high in Brooklyn. According to North Brooklyn Angels, […]
Artist Otto Neals Reflects on His Literary Landmark Sculpture, ‘Peter and Willy,’ in Prospect Park
February 26, 2021By Jessica Easthope At 90-years-old, Otto Neals has made his mark on New York City and Black history. Though he has art scattered all […]
Pre-K Programs Are ‘Desperately Needed’ and Must Reopen, Says Queens Council Member Robert Holden
February 16, 2021Currents News Staff New York City decided to cancel more than 100 Universal Pre-K programs, including five at Catholic schools in the […]