Brooklyn, commonly known as the Diocese of Immigrants, is earning the title “The Diocese of Abolitionists” as the Brooklyn Historical Society is funding research into the movement and unveiled a new exhibit. Katie Engesser reports about Brooklyn’s fight against slavery.
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60+ Second Review – “Ben Hur” (2016)
David DiCerto reviews the big-screen reimagining of the classic tale of BEN HUR!
60 Second Review – “Gleason”
Deacon Steven Greydanus reviews the inspirational documentary, GLEASON!
60 Second Review – “Pete’s Dragon”
David DiCerto reviews the updated remake of the Disney family film, PETE’S DRAGON!
60 Second Review – “Suicide Squad”
Deacon Steven Greydanus reviews the latest entry in the D.C. Comics Cinematic Universe, starring Will Smith and Margot Robbie in SUICIDE SQUAD!
Local Reaction On Blessed Mother Teresa
Tim Harfmann reports from Gravesend, Brooklyn, where he gets reaction from a local Albanian about Blessed Blessed Teresa. The Albanian-born nun will be canonized a saint on September 4th.
Liz Faublas Previews Tonight’s News
Liz Faublas gives the rundown for the August 18th episode of Currents, including a look into some documents portraying young Daniel Fitzpatrick’s family life. She also speaks with American Red Cross spokesperson Patrick Pannett about the recovery efforts in Louisiana.
Drivers Learn “It Can Wait”
With two out of every three Americans owning a smart phone, “distracted driving” accidents are up. Thus AT&T and the DOT have partnered up in a campaign called “It Can Wait,” which seeks to educate the public about the dangers of texting and driving. Katie Engesser reports as some drivers learn a new message in an unconventional way.
Looking for Mr. Right
They look like siblings, they share the same birthday, but they are actually a couple. On this romantic episode of Too Blessed to be Stressed Guillermo and Jessica share with us how to find Mr. or Mrs. right. If you are single and ready to mingle, then this is an episode you cannot miss. Believe it!
Memorial Walk for Slain Howard Beach Jogger
Two weeks after Karina Vetrano was killed while out on her neighborhood jog, family members, friends and local residents gathered for a memorial walk. Tim Harfmann reports from Howard Beach, Queens, where the 30-year-old is being remembered.