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Jersey Firefighters to Help Each Other Rebuild after Sandy

February 20, 2013|Jeff Coltin

New program connects firefighters in need with volunteers

During Superstorm Sandy, many firefighters responded to emergencies...

NY Elected Offical Announces Anti-violence Initiative

February 20, 2013|Angelina Chavez

Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino says the nation cannot have another tragedy like the Newtown school shooting.

West...

Elevated Home Legislation Helps Sandy Victims

February 20, 2013|Chris Williams

New legislation to provide more oversight for homeowners who plan to elevate their homes after Superstorm Sandy.

The...

Trolley Tour Celebrates Music History in the Bronx

February 18, 2013|Chris Williams

A tour will highlight music legends who lived and performed in the South Bronx.

On Saturday, Fordham University professor...

Cityscape: The Measure of Manhattan

February 16, 2013|George Bodarky

The story of the man who plotted Manhattan's famous street grid.

You might be familiar with the names Frederick Law Olmsted...

Fordham Conversations: Becoming the Brand of Choice

February 16, 2013|Robin Shannon

Become the brand of choice for today's job market.

In a job market that’s improved but still bleak, a top notch résumé, cover...

NJ Senator Lautenberg Makes Nostalgic Retirement Speech

February 15, 2013|Laura Macchiarola

The last WWII veteran in the US Senate recalls his roots.

The last active US senator to serve in World War II made a...

New Database Tracks Prescription Drug-Related Crimes in NY

February 15, 2013|Angelina Chavez

The new database is the first of its kind in the country.

A new database is desinged to help law enforcement across New York...

After 141 Years, Bronx Catholic School Shuts Its Doors

February 15, 2013|Claudia Morell

St. Jerome is one of the 22 schools the Archdiocese of New York plans to close for financial reasons. And as WFUV’s Claudia...

SOTC: Bloomberg Outlines Final Agenda As Mayor

February 14, 2013|Claudia Morell

Mayor Bloomberg gave his final State of the City Speech on his 71st birthday Thursday.

Thursday may have been Mayor Bloomberg...

Active Bronx Firehouse Given Landmark Status

February 13, 2013|Ali Bonamico

Firehouse among five in NYC given landmark status

A turn-of-the-century, New York City firehouse is being honored as a symbol...

New York City Council Quinn addresses State of the City

February 11, 2013|Katie Fisher

Council Speaker Quinn wants to focus on helping middle-class families

In her State of the City speech Monday, the likely...

Cityscape: Chemistry in Romance, Science & History

February 09, 2013|George Bodarky

Valentine's Day is coming and we're exploring "chemistry" in NYC.

Valentine’s Day -- the holiday celebrating love and...

After Sandy, Winter Storm Brings Long Lines to NYC Grocery Stores

February 08, 2013|Laura Macchiarola

New Yorkers are stocking up on groceries for the weekend.

Patience is the word for many people headed to the grocery store...

New York City Braces for Potential Blizzard

February 08, 2013|Katie Fisher

Residents are preparing for the first major storm of the season

New Yorkers are rolling with the punches as a nasty winter...

Bloomberg Urges New Yorkers to Stay Indoors as Heavy Snow Looms

February 08, 2013|Connor Ryan

Heaviest snow expected late Friday afternoon into Saturday. Final snow accumulation predicted to be between 10-12 inches in...