There are eight million stories in the Naked City — or 8,175,133, to be more precise, according to recently released U.S. Census Bureau figures. NYCity News Service reporters hit the streets to put faces to the numbers in a series of story packages that offer snapshots of who we are, how we live — and where. We found the only thing you can count on in the city is change.

Celebrating India’s Festival of Colors

Revelers celebrated Holi, India’s festival of colors, by smearing each other with colored powder. The rite is a sign of spring – and of New York’s growing Indian community.

By and May 23, 2011

Little Poland Thrives in Ridgewood

The Queens neighborhood is attracting an increasing number of young Polish residents looking for a sense of community.

By and May 23, 2011