Health

Freedom Youth Family Justice Center Continues to Fight Human Trafficking

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Freedom Youth Family Justice Center (FYFJC), which seeks to empower, strengthen, and stabilize victims and survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence, held a “Stars of Freedom” annual gala on Friday, Jan. 24, at Eastwood Manor in the Williamsbridge section of The Bronx. Founded by Monique Riley, CEO, in conjunction with her husband, Joseph Riley, executive director, the Freedom Youth team took some well-deserved time out to celebrate their hard work and honor survivors, friends and allies.

UPDATE Teen Charged in Fatal Shooting Near Courthouse Linked to 2nd Shooting that Left Senior Wounded

By SÍLE MOLONEY
A Bronx teenager who has been charged in the shooting that took place near Bronx Criminal Court at the end of last year is linked to a separate nonfatal shooting in The Bronx of an elderly woman late last year, prosecutors said. Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark announced Friday, Feb. 7 that a 15-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder for fatally shooting a man across the street from the Bronx Hall of Justice in broad daylight in November 2024, as reported.

Norwood: Decatur Ave Home Allegedly Used as Stash House for Guns & Drugs Seized by Feds via Courts

By SÍLE MOLONEY & DAVID GREENE
Following the raid by federal agents of the dilapidated building located at 3267 Decatur Avenue in the Norwood section of The Bronx on Nov. 4, 2024, as reported by Norwood News last year, and after years of complaints by residents, federal authorities announced on Friday, Feb. 7, the Decatur Avenue home has been seized via the courts via the filing of a civil forfeiture complaint in which it is alleged it was used by members of the “Drilly Gang” as a stash house for drug trafficking and guns. 

Health Check: A Healthier Heart, The Power of Plants

By MONICA KELLY
When it comes to taking care of our heart, what we put on our plate matters. Research has consistently shown that eating more plant foods and less animal foods can improve heart health, lower cholesterol, and even reduce the risk of heart disease. Plant foods are fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seeds and nuts, and beans and legumes. Animal foods include meat and fish, eggs, milk and foods made from milk.