A Jamaican mother-daughter duo fills fashion’s empty niche
How a practical need fueled the launch of this mother-daughter fashion design company — and how their creativity keeps it growing.
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Resilience on the menu at authentic Dominican restaurant
Puerto Viejo reinvented itself after a fire destroyed the family business, and gentrification transformed its neighborhood.
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Ramadan 2024: Iftar and special celebrations
Local events and businesses to support observant Muslim communities during the holy month.
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Biden’s use of “illegal” isn’t just offensive. It’s untrue.
America’s newcomers should not be called “illegals” — and not just for the reason you think
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Why reggaeton stars are ditching their music for God
A look inside why so many male reggaeton stars leave music for faith and examining the intersection of religion, sexuality and government intervention.
Mayor Adams calls for more changes to NYC’s sanctuary laws
Adams also signaled his support for more cooperation with immigration authorities.
Your child isn’t gifted, but they still deserve a “gifted” education
What New York City considers Gifted & Talented would be considered standard in Europe and Asia for students two grades younger.
‘Style Wars’ 40 years later: The legacy of graffiti and Hip Hop
Epicenter NYC celebrates street art and youth empowerment.
The Section 8 waitlist is reopening. Here’s what you need to know.
The city is fully reopening its Section 8 waiting list for the first time in 15 years. What does that mean for you?
What does it mean to have transit access?
A mountain of litigation against the city’s congestion pricing plan, filed by a diverse group of stakeholders, could jeopardize billions of dollars’ worth of long-planned transit improvements.
Weeksville: Rediscovering Black history in Brooklyn’s hidden gem
A tour of Weeksville with Epicenter NYC members highlights the history of African American empowerment in Brooklyn.
Weeksville, Together with Epicenter NYC and the Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State, Highlights the Significance of this Brooklyn Historic Site with a Special Tour
New Yorkers from All Corners of the City Gathered in Brooklyn to Honor and Promote Black History Beyond February