Jude Franklin, of Bedford-Stuyvesant, lost his father when he was 11 years old. Years later, Jude followed his father's legacy of boxing by practicing the sport himself. The 18-year-old boxer met his coach Elmo Serrano about three years ago. For Jude, Serrano filled the void of a father. Now, Serrano is helping Jude focus on his goal to become a better fighter and person in general. Jude's goal: to become a professional boxer and champion.
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May 11, 2013September 30, 2019Brooklyn Life, Video
[VIDEO] Disabled New Yorkers Struggle to Get Around
Trudging up the stairs on the subway, it’s easy to forget that there are New Yorkers who can’t make it past a single step. They suffer from mobility issues or need a wheelchair to get around.
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April 27, 2013September 30, 2019Brooklyn Life, Multimedia, Video
[VIDEO] Brownsville Rapper, D-Jukes, Spits his Story
Brownsville rap artist shares his story of making it out of the city's most dangerous neighborhood and reflects his experience in his music.
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April 26, 2013September 30, 2019Brooklyn Life, Business, Video
[VIDEO] Hustling On The Streets of Sunset Park
George Rodriguez, 32, was evicted from his apartment in Sunset Park, but a job selling waters and sodas outside of a mini mall on Fifth Avenue changed his fate.
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April 26, 2013September 30, 2019Video
[VIDEO] Breeding Boas in Brooklyn
Mark Scott, owner of East River constrictors, explains why his reptiles don't deserve their bad reputation.
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April 20, 2013September 30, 2019Video
[VIDEO] Knocking on Wood: Making Antique Pieces Last
David Fernandez owns furniture restoration shop in Bay Ridge. He repairs antique chairs, tables and cabinets around Brooklyn, but fears that he might go out of business.
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April 10, 2013September 30, 2019Brooklyn Life, Multimedia, Sports, Video
[VIDEO] Aspiring Martial Artist Fighter Shifts Focus after Sandy
Hurricane Sandy damaged many homes and put a dent in many dreams, including Joe Curcio's. Curcio, 35, an amateur mixed martial arts fighter.
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April 7, 2013September 30, 2019Arts & Culture, Brooklyn Life, Multimedia, Video
[VIDEO] Opera to Drag: Brooklyn Queen is a New Pioneer
Alotta McGriddles (no McDonald's affiliation) performs her way to the height of her career.
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April 5, 2013September 30, 2019Brooklyn Life, Business, Video
[VIDEO] Workers’ Coops Seek Sustainability after Occupy
Two workers' cooperatives are occupying their time with their businesses, while still helping to promote the Occupy Wall Street movement and its message.
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April 3, 2013September 30, 2019Arts & Culture, Video
[VIDEO] Edible Jewelry: Glitterlimes made in Greenpoint
Debbie Tuch scours the globe for interesting fruits and candy to turn into jewelry in her Greenpoint, Brooklyn studio.