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Edgar Santana Encapsulates The Bronx

December 4, 2019

Meet Edgar Santana, a Bronx photographer whose photographs capture daily life in the borough, and a lot of cars. His photos are on display on his Instagram page @esantana as well as @everydaybronx and...

Department of African and African American Studies Celebrates 50 years

November 13, 2019

When Professor Mark Naison, Ph.D., joined The Department of African and African American Studies at Fordham in the spring of 1970, it was just one-year-old and technically an “institute” rather than a “department.”

“Joker” Steps Attract Tourists to the Bronx

November 6, 2019

The steps featured in "Joker" are attracting a lot of tourists to the Bronx neighborhood they are located in. Some encourage the tourism while others condemn it.

“Fuel Our Kids” Initiative Provides Healthy Meals for Local Kids

September 17, 2019

Brigaid, a company that brings healthy meals to school kids, acquired a food truck this summer and distributed meals to kids around the Bronx.

Bronx Staple, Cuchifritos, Serves up Authentic Puerto Rican Food

September 17, 2019

The restaurant, just a few blocks from campus, has been a Bronx staple for Puerto Rican food since the 1980s.

Learn From Our Location

September 11, 2019

The Bronx is and always has been a microcosm for larger conversations being had across the state, nation and globe.

Bronx Night Market Brings Great Food, Music and Programming to Local Community

September 11, 2019

Bronx Night Market showcases local food vendors and businesses at its weekly event. The market will remain open every Saturday night from now through Oct. 26.

Thousands of Orchids in Thousands of Hues: Botanical Garden Brings Singapore to the Bronx

April 10, 2019

Dress light, bring some water, and I am sure you will find the experience pleasurable.

Student Maps African American and Italian History in the Bronx

April 3, 2019

Alison Rini is creating an interactive map showcasing information from both the Bronx African American History Project and Bronx Italian American History Initiative.

29 Year-Old Chef in The Bronx Makes 3,000 to 4,000 Tamales Every Week

April 3, 2019

City Tamale makes 3,000 to 4,000 tamales every week

Fordham Senior Researches Air Pollution in the Bronx

February 20, 2019

Natalie Ward is researching the effects of air pollution, specifically pm2.5, on repiratory health.

The Bronx Welcomes Citi Bike

September 12, 2018

Correction: A previous version of this article stated that Citi Bike served Staten Island and that rides in the Bronx were priced at three dollars. It has been updated to reflect that Citi Bike does not...