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Vaccines Against SARS-CoV-2 Will Have Side Effects – That's a Good Thing

Vaccines Against SARS-CoV-2 Will Have Side Effects – That's a Good Thing

A little bit of post-injection soreness is completely normal.
Brooklyn-Born Cardiologist Directs and Stars in Frank Sinatra Film

Brooklyn-Born Cardiologist Directs and Stars in Frank Sinatra Film

Rico Simonini's directorial debut Frank and Ava is now streaming, as the cardiologist keeps fighting on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Brooklyn Restaurateurs “Ready to Give Up” With New Indoor Dining Ban

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Friday indoor dining would be banned in New York City starting Monday

Documentary Chronicles Filmmaker’s Coronavirus Mission to Help the Homeless

Once homeless in Brooklyn, Eric “Protein” Moseley now uses filmmaking as an advocacy tool.
Brownsville Mom Named 2020 Robin Hood 'Hero of New York'

Brownsville Mom Named 2020 Robin Hood 'Hero of New York'

Athenia Rodney stepped up for Brownsville when the pandemic hit, and in return, Brownsville stepped up for her when she needed it most
The Week in COVID-19 (12/4/20): Brooklyn, Here’s Everything You Need to Know

The Week in COVID-19 (12/4/20): Brooklyn, Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Two people are dying every minute from COVID-19 in the U.S. as the coronavirus pandemic continues to surge nationally and globally. In NYC, Mayor Bill de Blasio reopens elementary schools in New York City with plans to phase out hybrid learning as Supreme Court rules NY restrictions on religious gatherings are unconstitutional.

Three Brooklyn Nonprofits Serving the Community Through COVID-19 Get $150,000 in Grants

Brooklyn Communities Collaborative has awarded $2 million in grants since the pandemic hit to support organizations overlooked by traditional funding sources

Brooklyn Reacts to 'Sea Change' Supreme Court Decision on NY Religious Gatherings

The challenge to Cuomo's rules on religious gatherings were brought by multiple BK houses of worship, and upheld by the Supreme Court with the help of new Justice Amy Coney Barrett.
COVID-19 Vaccines Were Developed in Record Time – But Are These Game-Changers Safe?

COVID-19 Vaccines Were Developed in Record Time – But Are These Game-Changers Safe?

The pandemic rages as the world waits for COVID-19 vaccines
Supreme Court Sides With BK Religious Groups, Ruling Against Cuomo's Limits on Religious Gatherings

Supreme Court Sides With BK Religious Groups, Ruling Against Cuomo's Limits on Religious Gatherings

In its first major ruling with new Justice Amy Coney Barret, the Supreme Court shifted its stance on allowing states to enforce limitations on religious gatherings during COVID-19