Ritchie Torres: “There's no evidence for it, and I'm not going to validate his false narratives.”

I rise to honor a true daughter of the Bronx, a leader whose life has lifted generations: Shirley Fearon. Born and raised right here in our borough, Shirley embodies the heart and resilience of the northeast Bronx. A lifelong educator, she…

I rise to celebrate a true pillar of faith, resilience, and community in the Bronx, St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Williamsbridge. What began humbly in 1914 in the living room of Mr. and Mrs. William Witty has grown into one of the most…

I rise today to honor the Rev. Dr. Pierre-Andre Duvert, a spiritual giant, and a community leader whose life of service has touched thousands across the Bronx and beyond. Born in Haiti and ordained in 1991 at the Cathedral of St. John the…

I rise today to honor a true son of the Bronx and a shining example of the American Dream: Mr. Haji Dukuray. In 1988, Haji arrived from The Gambia with little more than hope and determination. He built a life rooted in faith, family, and…