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Incidents of explosions and fires regarding e-bikes, mopeds and other battery-operated cycles that require lithium-ion batteries have risen in 2022. There have been more than 400 investigations of lithium-ion battery related cases since 2019. A recent fire led to multiple bill proposals and legislations push for safety standards.

Electeds push legislation after battery causes Bronx fire

A roaring, billowing fire on March 5 in Fordham Heights tore through a supermarket and caused significant damage to its neighbors. The cause? A damaged lithium-ion battery that exploded. It stirred lawmakers to propose new safety standards. more

By Stacy Driks | 3/17/23

Councilman Eric Dinowitz, left, U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres and Scott Richman, the regional director of the Anti-Defamation League, spoke at a press conference addressing anti-Semitism on Monday. It included Salanter Akiba Riverdale Academy students, Erin Burian, Jesse Minkove, Ori Mendel and Shaya Schilh.

ADL: Antisemitism reaches an overall high

At least 85 percent of Americans in 2022 believe in at least one antisemitic phrase, according to surveys conducted by the Anti-Defamation League. That is a significant rise from 61 percent who were surveyed in 2019. more

By Stacy Driks | 2/3/23

Torres, Goldman make claims against Santos

New York congressmen Ritchie Torres, who represents greater Riverdale, and Dan Goldman Tuesday filed an official ethics complaint with the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ethics against incoming Rep. George Santos. more

STAFF REPORT | 1/13/23

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres, shown at a press conference for the MTA projects in the Bronx last year, has taken a hard stance against fellow incoming Long Island Rep.-elect George Santos, who has been accused of lying on his resume during his successful campaign.

Ritchie Torres goes on offensive vs. ‘liar’ George Santos

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres took his comments about the embattled Long Island Rep.-elect George Santos to another level Dec. 30 when he introduced a bill that would punish candidates who lie to the public. more

By Michael Hinman & Gary Larkin | 1/6/23

SAR students prepare to light the fourth candle of the menorah on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022.

SAR Academy gets help for Hanukkah

Countless menorahs were lit all around the world, but the fourth day of Hanukkah was special for Salanter Akiba Riverdale Academy students. more

By Stacy Driks | 1/6/23

Electeds help light up SAR academy for Hanukkah

Countless menorahs were lit all around the world, but the fourth day of Hanukkah was special for Salanter Akiba Riverdale Academy students. more

By Stacy Driks | 12/27/22

Rep. Ritchie Torres went to Israel with a group of local Riverdale rabbis to learn more about the country’s past and present. This was the congressman’s fourth trip to the country.

Bronx electeds and community leaders forge Jewish connection

With antisemitism on the rise in the United States, U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres returned from a trip to Israel with a new appreciation of the relationship with the Jewish community in the northwest Bronx. more

By Sachi McClendon | 11/23/22

Although close, Gov. Kathy Hochul beat Lee Zeldin in order to hold onto the governor’s seat. In the northwest Bronx. Hochul took home the vast majority of the votes, becoming the first woman to be elected governor. She was appointed governor after former Gov. Andrew Cuomo left office last year.

Hochul wins, Dems sweep NW Bronx

Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul held onto her seat last Tuesday against challenger Lee Zeldin, a Republican. With 95 percent of the unofficial votes counted, Hochul had a 5.6 point lead over Zeldin, as of Nov. 14. more

By Sachi McClendon | 11/18/22

Liberal group accused of antisemitic post

The liberal political group No IDC NY was accused of playing with antisemitic tropes following a post from its Twitter account that jeered at the last names of two Jewish politicians — Congressional-candidate Dan Goldman and Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz. more

By Sachi McClendon | 9/2/22

U.S. Rep. Torres calls for more action on Russian compound

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres on Wednesday called again for the FBI to investigate the Russian Diplomatic Compound in North Riverdale after concerns were raised that the towering complex is harboring Russian spies. more

By Sachi McClendon | 7/27/22

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