Legionnaires’ receding but still a threat, says mayor
A total of 12 cooling towers have tested positive for Legionnaires' disease in the South Bronx, but the infection rate continues to decline.
New top cop takes over at 40th Precinct
The 40th Precinct has a new commanding officer: Deputy Inspector Carlos Valdez.
Morrisania building without gas since April
Tenants at a Morrisania building say they've been without gas since April. The management company says they're still working on it.
Synthetic pot stokes fears in Mott Haven
A form of synthetic marijuana known as K2 has made inroads in the Hub, worrying many that if it is not addressed quickly, the problem could spiral out of control.
Anxiety rises over Legionnaires’ outbreak
Bronxites had a chance to sound off over concerns about Legionnaires' disease at a Town Hall on Aug. 3. The borough president and the mayor both say legislative changes are…
Bronx BP says city’s defense vs. Legionnaires’ is flawed
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. says that the mayor’s recent public assurances he will protect the public from the latest outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease ring hollow. Yesterday, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced…
City finds Legionnella’ bacteria in two area cooling towers
City pinpoints source of latest Legionnaire's outbreak to at least two cooling towers in the South Bronx.
Hub crowds are asked to take a load off
SoBRO and the transportation dept. plan to bring outdoor seating for customers at three busy corners later this summer. Businesses and residents seem split on whether it's a great idea…