New York State Government Leaders Announce Unity Trip to Israel

New York State Government Leaders Announce Unity Trip to Israel

Yesterday, leaders from New York including Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Majority Co-Leaders Dean Skelos and Jeff Klein, and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver announced a unity visit reaffirming the State of New York’s support in light of the continued threat […]

by · August 11, 2014 · Local News, World News
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 11, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 11, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 11, 2014 · Photos
Patient Zero Identified in Ebola Outbreak

Patient Zero Identified in Ebola Outbreak

Epidemiologist believe a two year old boy who died on December 6 may be patient zero in the Ebola outbreak. The boy became sick in a small village in the province of Guéckédou, which is located in southeastern Guinea. The […]

by · August 10, 2014 · Health & Nutrition, News, World News
You Won’t Believe How ISIS Recruits Kids

You Won’t Believe How ISIS Recruits Kids

VICE News has posted this intimate view on the Islamic militant group ISIS and it’s outreach practices in Iraq and Syria.

by · August 10, 2014 · World News
Camping – NYC Style

Camping – NYC Style

Camping in NYC is here and we’ve got the pics to prove it. BTW – They(The Urban Park Rangers) leave the light on for ya – the bathroom light that is. Here is our previous article on it and here […]

American Cancer Society Kicks Off Pink Season At the Marina Del Rey Wednesday

American Cancer Society Kicks Off Pink Season At the Marina Del Rey Wednesday

The Marina Del Rey was painted pink on Wednesday, as supporters of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer joined forces to officially kick off “Pink Season” in the Bronx at their annual breakfast.  (It’s just an expression….this journalist’s high school employer did […]

by · August 10, 2014 · Local News
NCAA Reacts To O’Bannon Decision On Player Compensation

NCAA Reacts To O’Bannon Decision On Player Compensation

“We disagree with the Court’s decision that NCAA rules violate antitrust laws. We note that the Court’s decision sets limits on compensation, but are reviewing the full decision and will provide further comment later. As evidenced by yesterday’s Board of […]

by · August 10, 2014 · Domestic News, Sports
Larry King Eats Marijuana Baked Good On National TV

Larry King Eats Marijuana Baked Good On National TV

Yes folks, this indeed did actually happen this week. #californiaisnotnewyork Video via E! News.  

by · August 10, 2014 · Domestic News
Cute Kid Who Grabbed Alligator Recovering Successfully

Cute Kid Who Grabbed Alligator Recovering Successfully

Don’t mess with this kid. “I was just playing with it and I didn’t know what happened….” “…Finally, I had enough strength left to pry its jaw open a little.” That’s where he got the stratches apparently, folks.

by · August 10, 2014 · Domestic News
President Addresses Iraqi Attacks In Address To The Nation (Video/Transcript)

President Addresses Iraqi Attacks In Address To The Nation (Video/Transcript)

This week, I authorized two operations in Iraq.  First, I directed our military to take action to protect our American diplomats and military advisors serving in the city of Erbil.  In recent days, terrorist forces neared the city.  Thursday night, […]

by · August 10, 2014 · Domestic News, World News
Social Issues Trailblazer Vito Marcantonio Honored at Woodlawn Cemetery

Social Issues Trailblazer Vito Marcantonio Honored at Woodlawn Cemetery

Yesterday the Vito Marcantonio Forum held the 60th anniversary of the of Congressman Vito Marcantonio’s death at Woodlawn Cemetery. Friends, supporters and admirers of the passionate advocate joined family members to hear stories of his innovative ideals for New York […]

by · August 10, 2014 · Local Events, Local News, Photos
Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 10, 2014

Bronx Chronicle Photo of the Day: August 10, 2014

Photo by Annie Boller

by · August 10, 2014 · Photos
Third Round Of US Airstrikes On Iraq

Third Round Of US Airstrikes On Iraq

As reported today by the BBC, “US Central Command said jet fighters and drones had destroyed armoured carriers and a truck that were firing on members of the Yazidi sect. Thousands of civilians fled into the mountains after the Islamic […]

by · August 9, 2014 · World News
Senior Religious Leaders To Gather For Community/NYPD Unity

Senior Religious Leaders To Gather For Community/NYPD Unity

On Friday, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that at his request, Cardinal Timothy Dolan will host a gathering of senior religious leaders later this month focused on healing and deepening the relationship between police and community. The interfaith gathering will […]

by · August 9, 2014 · Local News
2014 US Peace Memorial Peace Prize Awarded to CODE PINK

2014 US Peace Memorial Peace Prize Awarded to CODE PINK

2014 PEACE PRIZE Awarded toCODEPINK The US Peace Memorial Foundation has awarded its 2014 Peace Prize to CODEPINK Women for Peace “In Recognition of Inspirational Antiwar Leadership and Creative Grassroots Activism.” Michael Knox, Chair of the Foundation, presented the award on Thursday, […]

by · August 9, 2014 · Domestic News