Girls, gangs and female crime fighters
Police and prosecutors say they are seeing a disturbing development in the city's gangs, with teen girls making up more gang leaders and shooters. But as recent cases show, female crime fighters are deteremined to not only hold them accountable, but offer them a way out before it's too late.
Young women, guns and gangs - STREET SOLDIERS
A disturbing trend of more young women becoming part of the city's gang and gun violence problem has emerged. Now, female crime fighters are working to bring them to justice and turn their lives around before more lives are ruined.
The Digital Revolution in Education - STREET SOLDIERS
Many barriers to learning are gone and new opportunities are unlimited thanks to the digital revolution in education. While there are some naysayers, today's students are looking at a future where anything seems possible.
How celebrities like Lil Wayne, Jay-Z are shaping political narratives
For decades, political candidates have sought out celebrity endorsements for fame and big ticket donations, and entertainers have liked the association that makes them seem serious about important issues.
Vybz Kartel, Freedom and Future - STREET SOLDIERS
The man known as the king of Dancehall music is finally a free man after surviving 13 years behind bars. Now that he has his freedom, what's in his future? Find out on this episode of STREET SOLDIERS.
What is 'tusi', 'pink cocaine'? The colorful new designer drug that's taking over
Officials say "tusi" or "pink cocaine" is low in price and even higher in risk. It's been linked to several drug busts in NYC and is one of Diddy's alleged drugs of choice.
Life after Lockdown - STREET SOLDIERS
Sometimes we see prison life glamorized in movies and TV shows, but the reality for the millions of men and women who have done time, get released and try to turn their lives around is far different. Challenges and choices face them in every direction, but the success stories all have one thing in common: finding a plan and sticking to it.
Video gaming in schools - STREET SOLDIERS
Some people think playing video games is nothing more than a fun pasttime for kids, but an innovative new program shows it can be a powerful tool for teaching creative arts, technology, and even financial literacy.
Youth Gun Violence - STREET SOLDIERS
Communities across New York City are trying to cope with reckless and often random shootings, while non-profit groups do what they can to stop the bullets from flying in the first place. But as the NYPD uses new strategies to take shooters off the streets, they've noticed a disturbing new trend. Both shooters and victims are getting younger and younger.
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Hot 97's Summer Jam 2024 - [STREET SOLDIERS]
Hip Hop's hottest stars took center stage for the 30th anniversary of Hot 97's Summer Jam festival. Go behind the scenes with STREET SOLDIERS' Lisa Evers for interviews with living legends along with some of today's hottest new stars.
Modern Dads - STREET SOLDIERS
Fathers today are facing more complex challenges than ever before, like an unsteady job market and the rising cost of raising children, along with changing family dynamics. The good news is that more and more dads are handling the pressure, doing it better, and are actively involved in their children's lives. On this episode of STREET SOLDIERS, we're celebrating all of them.
Street Soldiers: Drake and Kendrick Lamar's epic battle heats up
The matchup between two Hip-Hop heavyweights, Drake and Kendrick Lamar, became Hip-Hop's version of boxing's epic showdown between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier in the fight of the century.
Street Soldiers: Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar, who won?
Many are asking, "who won?" The experts say Hip Hop won as the two raised the bar for rap beefs and lyricism.
Hip Hop and AI: Balancing innovation and authenticity l Street Soldiers
As technology moves forward at breakneck speed, concerns are rising in the entertainment industry, and among lawmakers, about authenticity, ownership, and the loss of creative and production jobs.
Modern Moms - STREET SOLDIERS
Today's mothers have more options than any previous generation, but they're also facing different types of pressures than the women who came before them. As modern moms navigate the challenges and find their joys, STREET SOLDIERS are celebrating all of them.
The changing face of motherhood: Street Soldiers
Mothers today have more options than any previous generation, but they're also faced with different types of societal pressures than the women who came before them.
Social Media and Mental Health - STREET SOLDIERS
On the one hand, social media allows us to connect with people, promote brands and activities, create businesses, and support causes. But on the other hand, it can be a harmful tool for negativity, including cyber-bullying, shaming, scams, and threats. Now there are growing concerns about its impact on mental health, especially for teens.
Do we really know the impact of social media use and abuse?
Social media is everywhere and it's hard to imagine what our lives would be like without it, but do we really know about the true impact of social media use and abuse?
Beyonce's 'Cowboy Carter' album shines spotlight on Black country artists
The huge success of Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter" album is making chart history, and also raising awareness of Black country artists.
Diddy investigation: Is this the fall of Sean Combs? Big picture analysis
Sean "Diddy" Combs continues to categorically deny all the accusations, but the feds for the first time confirmed a criminal investigation is under way.