College Choice program expands aid for foster care youth
This year the city announced the expansion of a program aimed to help foster care youth thrive in college.
Dyker Heights working on world famous holiday decorations
It's that time of year. The pumpkins are in the trash, and now it's all about the wreaths and candy canes.
Brooklyn mother serves Thanksgiving meal to New Yorkers on L train
Brandi Baxter, a single mom of three from East New York, is the chef behind it all.
Ukrainian refugees receive turkeys for Thanksgiving
A non-profit started by a Holocaust survivor handed out turkeys for these refugees' first American Thanksgiving.
Mexican restaurant chain donates 6,000 meals a week
One restaurant chain takes the season of giving to a whole new level, working year-round to feed their community.
Brooklyn art installation sparks conversation about police brutality
An installation at the plaza at 300 Ashland uses antiquated call boxes to display testimonies of police brutality.
Soccer fans pack Brooklyn bar as World Cup gets underway
The bar's owner says part of their proceeds will be going to local soccer leagues.
How to navigate the busy Thanksgiving travel season
The busiest travel season of the year is fast approaching.
City Harvest volunteers package food for families in lead-up to Thanksgiving
The organization says the debut of its massive new facility will help expand operations this season.
Red Hook captain recalls weathering Sandy on historic barge
The Waterfront Museum is located on a historic floating barge that also happens to be this captain's home.
3 children, 1 adult killed in Bronx house fire
Officials say a 12-year-old boy, 10-year-old boy and 10-month-old baby girl were among those who died.
Tri-State Area marks 10 years since Superstorm Sandy
The storm killed 48 people in New York, 12 in New Jersey and five in Connecticut.
"Day of service" held in Coney Island for Superstorm Sandy anniversary
Dozens of volunteers from local schools and different agencies worked to beautify the area.
The story of 90-year-old "Nana," devoted to helping others
On a sidewalk outside her long-time home, 90-year-old Ethel Bruce has set up a free store to help people in need.
Thousands of students celebrate I WILL GRADUATE Day at Barclays Center
The students made a pledge at the start of the year to take their education seriously and graduate on time.