The myth of “Black jobs”: Unpacking race, jobs, and political rhetoric
For months, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump’s comment that immigrants are taking “Black jobs” has been the butt of jokes. Epicenter NYC spoke with local experts and Black New Yorkers about the history of this narrative.
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Back to school: An easy guide for the 2024-25 school year
Everything you need to know about New York City public schools.
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Bronx woman sells authentic Dominican food out of her window
From the Dominican roadside to a window in the Bronx, Orquídea Cabrera has made sure everyone knows her food.
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Mpox update: What you need to know to stay safe
Epicenter NYC spoke with a local infectious disease expert about the international concern around the mpox virus, which was formerly known as monkeypox.
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New FDA-approved Covid vaccines: Your guide to getting vaccinated
If you or your loved ones want to get vaccinated, we are helping New Yorkers get signed up for free Covid vaccines.
Affordable housing lottery less than a block from Central Park: $173K co-ops
A current affordable housing lottery offers prospective buyers the chance to grab an Upper West Side co-op for well below market prices.
AI in politics reveals the dark side of technology
Deepfakes, misinformation, bots, and the rumor mill aren’t just for national elections.
Is your child ready to ride the subway alone? How to decide
A guide to preparing students (and yourself!) for a solo commute on the bus or subway train.
Immigrant children find belonging through basketball
Facing their own immigrant struggles, a Colombian couple founded a basketball program where recently arrived immigrant children learn to cope with culture shock.
Buy a $17K oceanside apartment in affordable housing lottery
The waitlist lottery for a Mitchell-Lama affordable housing co-op at Dayton Beach Park just opened.
Shifting gears on bike lanes
Bike lanes and street safety have always been controversial, but public perception is shifting.
MTA changes parents should know for the upcoming school year
Which bus and subway planned service changes will affect your daily commute this fall?
2024 Olympics: A photo journey of our experience at the Paris Olympics
An Epicenter NYC photojournalist got the opportunity to see two Olympic basketball games and a handful of track and field events in Paris. He shares his experience as a Black millennial in the City of Lights during one of the most exciting sporting and cultural events.