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VIDEO: A Crown Heights Summer Workshop is Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators Through Digital Literacy

VIDEO: A Crown Heights Summer Workshop is Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators Through Digital Literacy

Through Digital Girl Inc., Brooklyn youth are gaining skills in digital programming and coding.
BK Delivery Workers Speak Out as Debate Around Hourly Wage Stalls in Court​

BK Delivery Workers Speak Out as Debate Around Hourly Wage Stalls in Court​

With food delivery companies suing the city over its latest proposed pay rule, NYC is yet to become the first city to implement a minimum wage for delivery workers.
Strike Vote Averted, Tentative Agreement Reached for Concession Workers at Barclays Center

Strike Vote Averted, Tentative Agreement Reached for Concession Workers at Barclays Center

If ratified, new contract will give more workers at Barclays health insurance and a raise of up to $11.20 an hour.
Brooklyn’s Real Estate Market is the City's Most Competitive: StreetEasy Report

Brooklyn’s Real Estate Market is the City's Most Competitive: StreetEasy Report

According to a recent market report, Williamsburg is the most sought-after condo market in New York City.
Black Woman-Owned Bookstore Seeks Emergency Support as it Starts New Chapter in Bed-Stuy

Black Woman-Owned Bookstore Seeks Emergency Support as it Starts New Chapter in Bed-Stuy

The bookstore has occupied a DUMBO storefront since 2021, but, following management discrepancies, has until July 31 to vacate the premises.
No More Airbnb in NYC? Behind The Legal Battle Over Short-Term Rentals, Pt.2

No More Airbnb in NYC? Behind The Legal Battle Over Short-Term Rentals, Pt.2

Airbnb hosts in New York City will soon find it harder, if not impossible, to open their doors to guests, as a short-term rental restriction is soon-to-be enforced. With the Sept. 5 deadline approaching, Part-two of this BK Reader investigation looks at how hosts are fighting back.
Flatbush Beauty Businesses Struggle to Regain Footing, Three Years After COVID

Flatbush Beauty Businesses Struggle to Regain Footing, Three Years After COVID

At-home haircuts became commonplace during the pandemic. Three years later, hairdressers in Flatbush deal with high supply costs, increased rent and far fewer customers.
No More Airbnb in NYC? Behind The Legal Battle Over Short-Term Rentals, Pt.1

No More Airbnb in NYC? Behind The Legal Battle Over Short-Term Rentals, Pt.1

A short-term rental restriction passed earlier this year will make Airbnb hosting, once an easy and lucrative business venture, far more difficult for homeowners in New York City. This two-part BK Reader investigation dives deep into this restriction, and how those most affected by it are fighting back.
This Business Incubator in Flatbush is Paving the Way for a Thriving Brooklyn

This Business Incubator in Flatbush is Paving the Way for a Thriving Brooklyn

Located in the bustling intersection of Flatbush and Caton Avenue, The Mangrove is putting power back into the people's hands.
City Says Forthcoming Interborough Railway Would Improve Commerce in East NY. But Who Will Benefit? Pt. 1

City Says Forthcoming Interborough Railway Would Improve Commerce in East NY. But Who Will Benefit? Pt. 1

After the Interborough Express was confirmed, private business has quickly moved to partner with developers in East New York for business opportunities. But are local businesses ready to take advantage of the potential boon — and is the City ready to protect their interests?