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Sunday, August 31, 2025

What’s Loud, Pink and Drawing New Yorkers Together? by James Thomas and Amir Hamja

With his Karlala Soundsystem, Karl Scholz is using nightclub-grade audio to ensure that neighbors gather.

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Wednesday, October 23, 2024

After Death of ‘KShakes,’ NYC Street Dancers Shake Off Grief by James Thomas

Since K’Sean ‘KShakes’ Nurse died last month, fellow New York street dancers have found release through performance.

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

A ‘Skate Migration’ Is Changing How Atlanta Rolls by James Thomas and Gem Hale

As Black roller skaters from around the country bring their styles to the city, some locals look for space to preserve the moves Atlanta is known for.

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