Melrose is one of the fastest-growing neighborhoods in the city – another sign of the South Bronx’s rise from the ashes.
Nearly one of 10 homes in St. George is vacant, thanks to a building boom that turned into a bust.
Ugandans, in New York and in Africa, are trying to bring attention to the murder of gay activist David Kato.
A coalition is pushing for passage of the New York Dream Act, which would help undocumented immigrants to get in-state tuition at New York colleges and health care, among other services.
The Queens neighborhood is attracting an increasing number of young Polish residents looking for a sense of community.
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The fastest growing student population, English language learners, is falling behind academically in New York City. Educators are trying to increase graduation rates with after-school programs and activities to keep these students from dropping out – but budget cuts may derail progress.
