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December 10, 2019

A New Jersey Town Smells a Fight for its Future

Harrison residents have been unable to open their windows as Hydrogen Sulfide so strong that Red Bull Arena, released a statement, has filled the neighborhood. >> Harrison residents have kept their windows shut to keep out the acidic scent of Hydrogen Sulfide from seeping into their homes. The smell is so strong that the Red Bull Arena has released a statement to warn stadium-goers.

Jameson Rabbit applying his makeup backstage at the 801 Cabaret. Photo by Stephanie Leone

December 10, 2019

Drag Queens Reign as the New Faces of Key West

Drag is flourishing as a new tourism staple in Key West, Florida. The widespread allure of drag queens has brought new audiences, but it’s also come with a shift in culture to this small town’s legendary drag scene. 

December 10, 2019

The ‘Jewel of Harlem’ is Changing. Will it Shine On?

When Esplanade Gardens was built 52 years ago, African Americans felt like they finally got a piece of the pie - ownership in where they lived and a community of neighbors that felt more like family. Today, those same residents struggle with the changes that have taken place around them - new management, a different generation, and gentrification. Will "The Jewel of Harlem" ever be the same?

December 10, 2019

In the Big Easy, Coexistence on Frenchmen Street Changes Key

Some are drawn to New Orleans for its local cuisine, simply to try hearty dishes like seafood gumbo or po’ boy sandwiches. Some visit to take a steamboat ride along the Mississippi River to enjoy the city’s architectural history, nature and beauty in a single cruise. New Orleans is also world-famous for its street performance culture, and one of the hotspots of this music capital is Frenchmen Street. However, a 911 call over the summer shed light on the turbulence between a band and a small business owner, shaking the peaceful coexistence of the street.

December 10, 2019

Bed-Stuy Organizers and Activists Say ‘Food Sovereignty’ is the Antidote to Food Deserts

Bed-Stuy, one of Brooklyn's most populous neighborhoods, is a multicultural landscape dotted with parks and gardens, places of worship, recreation centers, ethnic eateries, and a swell of new business. So, why is fresh, healthful food so hard to come by?