Nonprofit CEO amplifies Human Trafficking Awareness Month
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. It’s an issue that impacts thousands of people each day. A nonprofit…
City invests $68M to protect Prospect Park from flash floods
A massive new investment is aimed at protecting Prospect Park in Brooklyn and the surrounding neighborhood from flash…
Top NYTimes lawyer reacts to Pentagon journalist policy
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon over new press rules that require journalists…
Jennifer Esposito calls new film a ‘love letter’ to New York
Actor, director and writer Jennifer Esposito has launched a new project. It’s called “Mary Rides the F Train”…
Museum of Food and Drink opens new street vendor exhibit
The Museum of Food and Drink in Brooklyn opens its latest exhibit Saturday — it’s called “Street Food…
Comedian Sam Morrill prepares for show at Carnegie Hall
You’ve heard of Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour,” but how about the “Errors Tour?” Native New Yorker Sam Morril…
Organization provides essentials for families in need
It is the season of giving. For one Brooklyn-based organization, that means ramping up what it works to…
Research center looks for cure to multiple sclerosis
A research center in Manhattan is hoping to find and cure a disease that impacts nearly 3 million…
AFT president says city schools can be a ‘showcase’
President Donald Trump is continuing to move forward with his promise to dismantle the Department of Education. An…
New York Cares CEO calls on New Yorkers to give back
While the government shutdown has ended, many New Yorkers are still feeling a financial strain — inspiring others…
DOC NYC brings 200+ documentaries to city theaters
DOC NYC — the largest documentary film festival in the country, according to organizers — is back this week.…
New York Comedy Festival returns this weekend
The New York Comedy Festival kicks off Friday with more than 200 performers participating in over 100 shows…