The police solved nearly 90 percent of murder cases before the pandemic, but only around 60 percent in 2020. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Bronx (NYC)”
How the Coronavirus Pandemic is Taking a Toll on Housing in the Bronx
By Gotham Rex on November 16, 2021
In a New York City borough where residents have long struggled to afford their homes, thousands are now threatened with eviction as state pandemic aid dwindles. Source: New York Times
The Housing Crisis in the Bronx, Made Worse by the Pandemic
By Gotham Rex on November 16, 2021
In a borough where unemployment is almost three times the national rate, thousands of renters are now threatened with eviction as state pandemic aid dwindles. Source: New York Times
What New Yorkers Need to Know About Tornadoes
By Gotham Rex on November 15, 2021
While the chances of a tornado in any of the boroughs are slim, experts said one could still spawn from a severe thunderstorm and devastate the city. Source: New York Times
Ocasio-Cortez Isn’t Wavering. Are New Yorkers on Her Side?
By Gotham Rex on November 12, 2021
By voting no on the infrastructure bill, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez set off a fierce debate, including among city residents eager to see the subways improved. Source: New York Times
William Conway, Who Reimagined America’s Zoos, Is Dead at 91
By Gotham Rex on November 5, 2021
He sought to conserve wildlife and encouraged zoos to exhibit animals in their natural habitats. But he lost a battle to rename the Bronx Zoo. Source: New York Times
The Best New York City Marathon Photos of the Past 50 Years
By Gotham Rex on November 5, 2021
The New York City Marathon’s 50th running is on Sunday. This is the story of one race, five boroughs, dozens of champions and over a million hopeful runners. Source: New York Times
Colin Powell, The Soldier From the Bronx
By Gotham Rex on October 19, 2021
Colin Powell, a former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, secretary of state and national security adviser, died on Monday. Source: New York Times
A Bronx Basement Highlights New York City's Biggest Problem
By Gotham Rex on October 13, 2021
The devastation wrought by Ida underscored the need for a better way to legalize basement homes. But one woman’s experience shows the difficulties of finding a solution. Source: New York Times
What’s Next for SoHo?
By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2021
The pandemic has left SoHo the hardest-hit commercial district in the hardest-hit city, at least in the United States. Source: New York Times
In ‘Alma’s Way,’ a Young Latina Thinks for Herself, Like Her Creator
By Gotham Rex on October 3, 2021
Set in the Bronx, the new PBS Kids’ show from Sonia Manzano, who played Maria on “Sesame Street,” promotes diversity and critical thinking. Source: New York Times
1-Year-Old Is Killed, and Mother’s Boyfriend Is Arrested
By Gotham Rex on September 12, 2021
The infant, Legacy Beauford, was one of two young boys in New York who the police believe were recently killed by their mothers’ partners. Source: New York Times
At Birth, She Already Had a Case File. At 7 Years Old, She Was Dead.
By Gotham Rex on August 30, 2021
A child welfare system meant to protect Julissia Batties from an abusive home life failed the ultimate test. Source: New York Times
54 Years Late, Dorothy Parker Finally Gets a Tombstone
By Gotham Rex on August 26, 2021
The beloved author wrote many witty epitaphs but never suggested where her remains should end up. Her fans helped complete her ashes’ odyssey. Source: New York Times
In Defense of the Lazy Picnic
By Gotham Rex on August 18, 2021
Let’s pick up some food and head to the park with friends. Source: New York Times