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Is Ritchie running? Bronx Congress member Torres slams Hochul online, calling for Democratic challenger to governor in 2026

By Ethan Stark-Miller and Robert Pozarycki Conversation…

Voting Longwood

Democrats sweep Bronx races, high turnout driven by presidential election

By Emily Swanson, Sadie Brown and Christian Murray Conversation…

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Bronx electeds, immigrant rights groups show disappointment over Trump victory

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

Rep. Torres accuses utility company Con Edison of price gouging, says Bronx residents pay highest rates in NYC

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Politics

New York Congress members work to combat antisemitism on college campuses amid Columbia University unrest

By Mac Sorensen Conversation…

Bronx Underground Railroad

Housing & Homelessness

Week in Rewind: Rep. calls for increased funding after subway shooting, the Bronx’s connection with the Underground Railroad, Dais to fill District 77 seat, new affordable housing and more

Compiled by Ashlynn Perez Conversation…

NYPD surveys the tracks at Mount Eden Avenue station following the subway shooting on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024.

Rep. Torres calls for increase in funding to help make New York City’s subways safer following fatal shooting at Bronx station

By Steven Goodstein Conversation…

USDA Rep. Ritchie Torres

Rep. Torres, Fordham University co-host urban agriculture and food security roundtable

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Housing & Homelessness

Bronx Rep. Torres touts affordable housing dub in now-failed Signature Bank loan sale

By Camille Botello Conversation…

DSA rally against Ritchie Torres in the Bronx

Ritchie Torres vs. the NYC DSA: Bronx congress member battles with leftists angry over his support of Israel

By Caroline Ourso and ET Rodriguez Conversation…

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Election

Busy night for queer candidates in primary races for Congress, State Senate

By Matt Tracy Conversation…

Lawmakers look to bolster LGBTQ and women’s history in schools

By Matt Tracy Conversation…

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LGBTQ members of Congress sound alarm over SCOTUS abortion decision

By Matt Tracy Conversation…

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In Historic Meeting with Biden, Torres Advocates for End to Blood Ban

By Matt Tracy Conversation…

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Carolyn Maloney Rolls Out LGBTQ Endorsements

By Matt Tracy Conversation…

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End of an Era for City Council’s LGBT Caucus

By Matt Tracy Conversation…

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Eric Adams Leads LGBTQ Unity Rally

By Matt Tracy Conversation…

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Gibson, Yang Cross Endorse in Bronx Political Lovefest

By Ariel Pacheco Conversation…

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Health

CM Ampry-Samuel and Torres Question NYCHA on Mold

By Ariama C. Long Conversation…

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City Real Estate Scandal

City Council Schedules Hearing To Address Ongoing TPT Investigation

By Stephen Witt & Kelly Mena Conversation…

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Man held at gunpoint in Glendale, escapes without injury: NYPD

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