“The Book of Mormon,” “The Lion King” and “Hamilton” are among those making changes as theaters reopen following the lengthy pandemic shutdown. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Black People”
What Kind of Mayor Might Eric Adams Be? No One Seems to Know.
By Gotham Rex on October 23, 2021
The vegan, meditating ex-police officer is on the cusp of becoming New York’s new mayor. Which version of him would show up at City Hall? Source: New York Times
Online Furor Over a Student’s Hijab Engulfs a Liberal Town
By Gotham Rex on October 22, 2021
A 7-year-old told her mother that she resisted a New Jersey teacher’s attempt to pull off her Muslim head covering. It spiraled from there. Source: New York Times
‘Fighting for Change’: Life as a Black Artist
By Gotham Rex on October 19, 2021
The work and struggle by Jamel Robinson and other artists is part of the “African American Art in the 20th Century” exhibition at the Hudson River Museum. Source: New York Times
The Visionary Community of the Harlem Y.M.C.A.
By Gotham Rex on October 15, 2021
In the early 20th century, the building became a meeting place for many of the writers, artists, actors and activists who defined a new and vibrant Black culture. Source: New York Times
How Black Churches Are Encouraging Vaccines in New York
By Gotham Rex on October 9, 2021
More than 80 percent of adults in New York City have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine, but there are significant racial disparities in the vaccination rate. Source: New York Times
Damian Williams, the First Black U.S. Attorney of the S.D.N.Y.
By Gotham Rex on October 7, 2021
Damian Williams, an unassuming figure with stellar credentials, is now the most powerful federal law enforcement official in Manhattan. Source: New York Times
Jumaane Williams Is Exploring a Run for New York Governor
By Gotham Rex on September 29, 2021
Mr. Williams, the New York City public advocate, would offer Democratic voters a clear left-leaning alternative to Ms. Hochul, a centrist from western New York. Source: New York Times
Black Women Around R. Kelly's Trial React to His Conviction
By Gotham Rex on September 28, 2021
The case could represent a turning point for the #MeToo movement, which some felt had centered on crimes against white women. Source: New York Times
She Bought Her Dream Home. Then ‘Sovereign Moors’ Changed the Locks.
By Gotham Rex on September 26, 2021
A New Jersey woman was preyed upon by a fast-growing extremist group that claims its members are sovereign Moors, not bound by U.S. laws. Source: New York Times
She Bought Her Dream Home. Then a ‘Sovereign Citizen’ Changed the Locks.
By Gotham Rex on September 26, 2021
A New Jersey woman was preyed upon by a fast-growing extremist group that claims its members are sovereign Moors, not bound by U.S. laws. Source: New York Times
Officer in Daniel Prude's Death Faces Departmental Charge in Rochester
By Gotham Rex on September 24, 2021
The departmental charges are the first to be filed against any of the seven officers suspended in the case of Mr. Prude, a Black man who died after the police placed a mesh hood over his head and pinned him…
Rochester Officer Faces Discipline in Daniel Prude’s Death
By Gotham Rex on September 24, 2021
The departmental charges are the first to be filed against any of the seven officers suspended in the case of Mr. Prude, a Black man who died after the police placed a mesh hood over his head and pinned him…
After Rikers, Will It Be Enough to Build Better Jails?
By Gotham Rex on September 24, 2021
As New York looks to replace Rikers Island, some say a focus on more humane jail design is largely beside the point. Source: New York Times
R. Kelly’s Defense Casts Accusers as Liars and Fame-Seekers
By Gotham Rex on September 23, 2021
In his closing argument, a lawyer for Mr. Kelly compared the case to the struggle for civil rights and urged jurors to “courageously” acquit the singer. Source: New York Times