South Bronx
The South Bronx, the birthplace of hip-hop, was once known nationally for its rampant crime and drug abuse. Today grassroots efforts and a citywide decrease in crime has helped the community rebound.
While the Yankees settle into their new stadium, Vinny Milano- “Bald Vinny” to his fellow Yankees fans- finds joy in his new role as a dad.
State Budget cuts means deep cuts to city health services. Those hurt the most will be minorities and the LGBT community, advocates say.
A host of issues are holding some teens back from high school.
Transgendered New Yorker Tasha Ortiz talks about leaving a life of prostitution and hopelessness to work as an advocate for the LGBT community.
Transwoman, showgirl and role model, Chanel Lopez inspires the Bronx youth she works with.
Neighborhood addicts get help, but loitering and begging hurts businesses and neighborhood image.
Historic South Bronx shopping district is the center for neighborhood economic development.
Residents, activists and local officials criticize plans to build a jail in a struggling South Bronx neighborhood.
