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.

‘Being Bushified’ in Brooklyn

Amid the ongoing demographic shift in Fort Greene, the Urban Bush Women dance troupe has been serving the community for 25 years.

Finding Hope in Foster Care

The city is required to identify immigrants in foster care eligible to become legal permanent residents. But it can be a race against the clock.

By May 23, 2011

Language Programs Hit By Budget Cuts

The fastest growing student population, English language learners, is falling behind – and funding reductions may derail progress.