Bronx Times: Bronx News, Events & Community Updates

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One Bronx artist wants employees—not CEOs, to have a hall of fame

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

Gov. Kathy Hochul speaking at Bronx Day in Albany, alongside Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson and State Sen. Nathalia Fernandez.

Politics

Bronx elected officials overwhelmingly endorse Governor Kathy Hochul for re-election

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Inside the Bronx’s new gaming spot: Bledix Gaming Cafe creates a unique neighborhood hangout

By Bridgette Leahy Conversation…

Latest News

Men’s Health Month fair brings free health screenings and resources to South Bronx families

By Karizma Jernigan Conversation…

NYC Heat Emergency: Mayor Mamdani Expands Pools and Cooling Centers for July 4th

New York Family

NYC Heat Emergency: Mamdani Expands Pools and Cooling Centers for July 4th Weekend

Evacuation Day

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America 250 | New York City and its often forgotten role in the American Revolution

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More than 700 Bronx families receive free groceries at community event backed by Goodr, NBA Total Health

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Speaker Julie Menin shake hands on their first NYC budget together June 30, 2026

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$125.8B NYC BUDGET: Mamdani, Menin shake on deal at deadline with flat NYPD headcount, 9/11 records portal, and more

Rendering of River Commons.

Housing

Mayor Mamdani, NYC Health + Hospitals break ground on $255M River Commons, bringing 328 affordable homes to the South Bronx

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

A rally with City Council members and advocates for the expansion of the Fair Fares program.

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NYC BUDGET: Fair Fares half-priced fare program expanded to make 340,000 more New Yorkers eligible

First New Yorker and member of Lenape tribe celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day

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America 250 | Descendants of the First New Yorkers look for the ‘freedom to move forward’ through retelling history

City Council Speaker Julie Menin (l.) with Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams, who according to the Quadrennial Advisory Commission, testified in May 2026 that , increasing the salaries of the city’s elected officials was a long-overdue cost of living adjustment.

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NYC elected officials could get nearly 20% pay raises this summer – far more than they asked for

City Council speaker Julie Menin speaks about NYC budget

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NYC BUDGET: Still no handshake between Mamdani and Menin as CityFHEPS fight comes down to deadline wire

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Arts & Entertainment

Mayor Mamdani presents artwork by Bronx-based designer Edwin Reyes at Toñita Fest 2026

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Health

‘It’s upsetting, because it was preventable’ Bronx family accuses Jacobi and Montefiore of neglecting their mother

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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What’s happening | Indigenous art workshop, Fourth of July, Jay-Z listening party and more

By Lauren Berardi Conversation…

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10 Best Public Beaches on Long Island for Families

Mitchell Robinson Knicks NBA Finals Spurs celebration

Mitchell Robinson’s Knicks tenure ends, signs 3-year deal to join rival Celtics

Schneps Podcasts

Billie Manton, Thank You For Coming Out (Minisode)

Robin Byrd.

Q&A: Robin Byrd, ‘Bang My Box’ directors look back on her TV legacy in new documentary