Joey Savedra
Age: 35 Neighborhood: Sunset Park, Brooklyn Occupation: Barber First Tim…
Topic: Politics
Jay Epron
Age: 29 Neighborhood: Sunset Park, Brooklyn Occupation: Auto Parts Salesm…
Kids Get Campaign Lesson
Children are creating campaign buttons, inspired by the presidential race – and an exhibit at the Museum of the City of New York.
via am New York
‘Cosplay’ Kids Bring Anime to Life
Cosplay - or costume play - is popular with a subculture of fans who dress up as characters from Japanese comics, animation and video games.
Chairman of the Board
Vincent Abate may have a Brooklyn playground named after him - but even as he approaches 90, he's not ready rest on his laurels.
Law and Order — and Politics
The Center on Media, Crime & Justice and CUNY's John Jay College of Cri…
via Mount Hope Monitor
Chavez and Citgo Fuel Bronx Activism
Citgo, controlled by Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, started a discounted heating oil program for needy Bronx residents two years ago. Now the energy company is backing social programs in the borough.
via Newsday
Protesters Can’t Rain on Parade
City Hall was bombarded with phone calls, letters and e-mails generated by …