Justy, a jazz-hop artist from Staten Island, performed a set from her debut album accompanied by guitarist, Hyo-won Nakashio, as a part of Plea for the Fifth’s Online Concert Series. Each act in the series was selected and interviewed by a different Plea for the Fifth member with the

A family of artisans brings unique crochet creations to Staten Island

Rapper Queen Blizzy performed a four-song set as a part of Plea for the Fifth’s Online Concert Series. Each act was selected and interviewed by a different Plea for the Fifth member with the goal of showcasing a diverse range of artists. Plea for the Fifth reporter, Danny O.

Tuesday June 22 is Primary Election Day. We are sharing our D-49 Candidate's Forum with full transcription for your convenience. Polls are open until 9 PM, find your poll site, and don't forget to vote.

Tomorrow is the final day to vote in the Democratic Primary for District 49, Let’s see how much money flowed into the race.

In an extra for our paid subscribers, we provide the pamphlet Amazon Labor Union organizers distribute to workers they're organizing.

Plea for the Fifth stands in solidarity with the people of Palestine as they endure the current oppressive occupation of their land at the hands of the state of Israel. We are an organization that supports indigenous sovereignty both domestically and abroad. Since its creation in 1948, the state of

Between a march and looming litigation to stop construction of a big box store, activists are urgently calling to save Graniteville wetlands

The South Shore (City Council District 51) is going to be a one-on-one race to see who will represent the City’s southernmost district.

It’s been about two months since our last entry, and more money, and new candidates have entered the City Council District 49 race.