Today Joe takes us to Torrance, California, where a group of people prays the rosary publicly on a street corner. He talks with some of the group about their faith and the reason why they stay out there to proclaim their faith. Later, Joe goes to Saint Finbar Church and tells how the Filipino community celebrates Santo Niño, a special depiction of the Child Jesus, with a special nine-day celebration. Finally, Joe visits Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Parish and School to learn about how they are making a difference in the lives of the children.
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Saint Paolino Graces Skyline for 129th Year
Its the Italian Festival that has it all and it kicks off tonight in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. There’s faith, food, music, neighborhood pride, history and tradition. Michelle Powers visited Our Lady of Mount Carmel as parishioners were counting down the seconds.
Judge Rules Vision Zero Law ‘Unconstitutional’
A Queens judge ruled recently that a key part of the mayor’s landmark pedestrian and bicycle safety initiative that penalizes drivers for hitting people is unconstitutional. Michelle Powers took the pulse of New Yorkers to see what they think about Vision Zero and filed this report.
I Worship Because…
On this episode of Too Blessed to Be Stressed, David, Jahaira, and Dj David Dorian are joined by David Junior to talk about why we are compelled to attend a worship service.
Hot Dog-Eating Contest Weigh-In
The greatest competitive eaters on earth will gather at Nathan’s Famous in Coney Island on Monday, July 4th to compete in the International Hot Dog-Eating Contest, an Independence Day tradition celebrating its 100th year. Today, Brooklyn Borough Hall hosted an official weigh-in ceremony. Michelle Powers was there and filed this report.
Celebrity chef Kersti Bowser, Sliders
Join Monsignor Jamie and former model and current culinary producer Kersti Bowser as they make sliders with a variety of different toppings to help elevate the average dish to a work of art. They also highlight the importance of making meal preparation fun to get children involved in the kitchen.
Security Amped at City Airports
Following the attack on Istanbul’s Ataturk airport, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey called in reinforcements including armored vehicles and heavily armed officers at Kennedy, LaGuardia, and Newark. Michelle Powers was at JFK and spoke with flyers about the increased security presence.
Death
Death is the main topic today as Joe Estevez visits the Sisters of the Monastery right in the heart of Hollywood to ponder the question: What does death mean to us as Catholics? Then he visits Holy Cross cemetery, final resting place of many celebrities. Along the way, he interviews people like Mary Sjogren, Craig Tubiolo, Shin Ja, and Pauline Baglioni, whose life changed when her oldest son died.
Rikers Detainees Share in Interactive Event
Former Rikers detainees and family members share their stories at an event inviting participants to creatively explore solutions to the culture of mass incarceration. Currents correspondent Konrad Aderer reports from Mass Story: Rikers at the New School.
Inside Coney Island’s New Amphitheater
Three years in the making, the Coney Island boardwalk now boasts of a new 5,000 seat amphitheater. Mayor Bill de Blasio and other city officials cut the ribbon to kick off grand opening performances that will include Impractical Jokers, Sting and Peter Gabriel, and the Beach Boys. The new venue incorporates the historic Childs Building, fully renovated, that will house a restaurant and the box office. Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach reports from inside the brand new theater.