Bronx
Day Care Realignments Spark Citywide Concern
Tram Whitehurst |
Employees, parents and advocates dispute city rationales for some public day care center closings.
Justice
If You Don't 'Get It,' You Might Not Get Benefits
Tram Whitehurst |
A survey of language translation services at city welfare offices finds obstacles for those with limited English skills.
Bronx
Less Food, More Demand Means Deeper Fix Needed
Tram Whitehurst |
Hunger in New York City has become so acute that a solution beyond food pantries and soup kitchens must be found, advocates say.
Economy
Q&A: NYC's New Take On Poverty
Tram Whitehurst |
Mark Levitan, the head of the project to create new standards, explains his work.
Bronx
NYC To Lead Country In Remaking Poverty Gauge
Tram Whitehurst |
Most antipoverty workers think the dated federal poverty measure creates almost as many problems as it solves. The city is moving forward to implement a new one.
ARTS and CULTURE
Despite Condemnation, Hess Holds His Ground
Tram Whitehurst |
Called reckless by some, a new homeless families’ policy is having the desired effect, testifies the Department of Homeless Services commissioner.
Child Welfare
Can Software Assist In Child Welfare Decisions?
Tram Whitehurst |
A team of researchers says computer analysis of risk factors can aid the protection of children in unsafe situations.
Health and Environment
A 'Pivotal' Opportunity For The Undocumented
Tram Whitehurst |
Despite sharp criticism, Gov. Spitzer is making driver’s licenses accessible to undocumented immigrants – who say it’s about much more than driving.
