Tim Harfmann reports from Astoria, where the local Knights of Columbus council leads the annual 9/11 memorial. Along with members of the Knights council and the FDNY, elementary school children from Immaculate Conception helped raise the American flag before the Pledge of Allegiance and singing of Amazing Grace.
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New York Has “Safest Summer”
The NYPD is showing new statistics that this summer has been the safest on record. Katie Engesser talks to Brooklynites about whether they feel the city streets have improved.
Mother Teresa Arrives in Woodside
A new statue has arrived at St Sebastian’s Church in Woodside, Queens to honor Mother Teresa after her canonization. Katie Engesser reports as her devoted follows come to pay homage to their new beloved saint.
Liz Faublas Previews Tonight’s News
Liz Faublas gives the rundown for the September 8th editions of Currents, including a new controversy regarding Mayor Bill di Blasio, new laptops for the students at Nazareth Regional High School, and some deli delights named after our presidential hopefuls!
Brooklyn Deli Serves Up “Trump Sandwich”
A Bedford-Stuyvesant store is looking to make deli meat great again! The “Trump Sandwich” is full of bologna, spiced with Russian dressing, American cheese and a pickle, stacked between slices of white bread. Is the new snack bringing new customers or simply causing indigestion? Tim Harfmann went to checkout the meal and also ask Brooklynites their ideas for a Hillary Clinton plate.
Immaculate Conception Monastery
In the Season 6 premiere, Anthony Mangano visits Pastor William Murphy and the tranquil grounds of the Immaculate Conception Monastery in the middle of busy Jamaica, Queens. He discovers unusual artifacts and a touching 9/11 memorial designed by parish’s students.
The School Bell Rings
Some don’t like to admit it, but others are running in– full speed ahead. It’s the first day of school for 45,000 students in the Diocese of Brooklyn. Michelle Powers woke up early for the school day and filed this report.
People Take a “Stand” Against Anthem
After Colin Kaepernick refused to stand during the national anthem, other athletes have been following suit- sitting and even kneeling in protest of racial violence. Katie Engesser talks to experts and Brooklynites about how the anthem came to be and why it holds a special place in our hearts.
Liz Faublas Previews Tonight’s News
Liz Faublas previews tonight’s news including the Canonization of Mother Teresa and the current status of Post-Tropical Cyclone Hermine!
Diocese of Brooklyn Celebrates at West Indian Day
Prior to the annual West Indian Day Parade, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio celebrated Mass at St. Matthew’s. Tim Harfmann reports from Crown Heights, where Catholics gathered to celebrate their faith and culture.