The rising cost of college tuition means more and more students are getting themselves into debt and the amount of money owed is increasing. Katie Engesser talks to students about the rising numbers and how they are trying to cut costs.
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Catholic Charities Leader and Migrant Takes Part in Summit
At the age of 15 Elvis Garcia Callejas left all that he had ever known to come alone to America. Years later he is now helping young migrants himself through Catholic Charities and has even been invited as a special guest to President Barack Obama’s Refugee UN Summit. Katie Engesser reports.
Liz Faublas Previews Tonight’s News
Liz Faublas gives the rundown for the September 21st edition of Currents, including the charging of the Chelsea bomber and the aftermath of the bombing site, and a memorial service for the two priests who were murdered in Mexico.
Youth Ministers Prepare For National Conference
Youth ministers from the Diocese of Brooklyn are preparing for a national conference, which includes Mass, confession, workshops and keynote addresses. The 3-day summit, taking place from December 1-3 in San Jose, California, will also give them the opportunity to pray and network with one another.
Belle Harbor Raises Awareness For Childhood Cancer
At St. Francis de Sales, dozens of people had their heads shaved to raise awareness for childhood cancer. Tim Harfmann reports from Belle Harbor, where the community donated thousands of dollars to help find a cure.
Politics and Cagney
This week on “In the Arena” join host, Monsignor Kieran Harrington, Vicar of Communication for the Diocese of Brooklyn, as he is joined by professor of law and NY state senator candidate, Chris McGrath, to talk about the latest news and events. Then, Monsignor is joined by actor and co-author of the musical, ‘CAGNEY’, Robert Creighton. All this and more on ‘In the Arena’.
Social Media is New Emergency Service
In the event of a disaster, the first thing people wish to do is to contact friends and family. While before people would simply call their loved ones, more and more people are taking to social media to let their relatives know they are safe. Katie Engesser talks to the people of Chelsea as they discuss the new mode of communication.
Liz Faublas Preview’s Tonight’s News
Liz Faublas gives the rundown for tonight’s edition of Currents, including the chase and capture of the suspected Chelsea bomber, reactions to the events of last weekend from the presidential candidates, and Pope Francis pays a visit to a maternity ward in Rome.
Senior Purse Snatchings Cause Concern
After a string of purse snatchings of elderly and disabled ladies, the senior community of Brooklyn is starting to worry about their safety. Katie Engesser talks to seniors and reviews some tips on how to stay safe against thieves.
Candidate Health Worries Voters
Being president of the free world is a stressful job, but running for the office can be just as difficult. After Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton’s fall and the GOP candidate released his medical records, some are beginning to look towards fitness as an issue in picking their president. Katie Engesser takes the temperature of the locals to see how they feel about their candidates.