Fordham, New York: Is It a Good Place to Live?

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Around town this week

Fresh from local news covering Fordham and the surrounding area.

Pope Leo met with a Fordham delegation in the town, while multiple NYPD officers and a suspect were injured in a police-involved shooting. A man was fatally shot in the head in Fordham, and chaos erupted on Fordham Road as police shot a driver after an officer was struck by a car. A cyclist was hospitalized following a collision at Briggs Ave & East 194th Street.

Curated by TinyLocalAdventure from local news sources · Updated June 23, 2026 · AI-assisted summary. Headlines below link to the original reporting.

Pope Leo Meets Fordham Delegation - Fordham NowFordham New York News · Jun 22 Multiple NYPD officers, suspect injured in police-involved shooting in Fordham - News12 | BronxFordham New York News · Jun 22 Man fatally shot in the head in Fordham: NYPD - PIX11Fordham New York News · Jun 22 Bronx Chaos On Fordham Road As NYPD Shoots Driver After Cop Is Hit - HoodlineFordham New York News · Jun 22 Fordham Manor: Cyclist Hospitalized after Collision at Briggs Ave & East 194th Street - Norwood NewsFordham New York News · Jun 19 Fordham hires Neil Harrow as next women's basketball coach - On3Fordham New York News · Jun 19

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What is there to do in Fordham?

Fordham has 0 parks and green spaces, 0 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

Where should I park in Fordham?

Most of Fordham is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

How do I get to Fordham?

Fordham sits in Fordham, New York, reachable by car or by the local trails for cyclists.

Can I see homes for sale in Fordham?

Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Fordham, and can connect you with a local agent.

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