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Police Reform on the Table at Brooklyn Rep. Nydia Velazquez's Virtual Town Hall

Police Reform on the Table at Brooklyn Rep. Nydia Velazquez's Virtual Town Hall

Congresswoman Velazquez and a panel of experts focused on police violence and reopening NYC, post-COVID-19
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A Father’s Ministry Inspires His Son to Reimagine How Real Estate is Done

A Father’s Ministry Inspires His Son to Reimagine How Real Estate is Done

Push Forward Realty focuses on community development and giving its agents a stake in the company.
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Will 'College Now,' the Early College Program for High Schoolers, be Next on the Chopping Block?

Will 'College Now,' the Early College Program for High Schoolers, be Next on the Chopping Block?

With looming budget cuts, students and administrators are speaking up NOW, in an effort to keep the program alive later!
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First Lady Chirlane McCray Takes on Mental Health Under COVID, in Communities of Color

As we emerge from the worst of the pandemic, mental health amongst NYC's most vulnerable becomes a priority
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Ode to the Filet-O-Fish

Ode to the Filet-O-Fish

What is really happening to our fishes?
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Cuomo Says New York City Could Enter Phase 2 on Monday, but de Blasio Not So Keen

Phase 2 would see the reopening of hair salons, retail stores and the start of outdoor dining at restaurants
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Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation Launches 'Youth Summer Employment Initiative'

Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation Launches 'Youth Summer Employment Initiative'

As summer youth employment programs remain suspended, this Brooklyn non-profit hopes that youth will have a safe and fun summer.
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NYPD Disbanding 'Anti-Crime' Units Involved in a Number of Fatal Shootings

NYPD Disbanding 'Anti-Crime' Units Involved in a Number of Fatal Shootings

The New York police commissioner is reassigning 600 officers from the controversial unit to work on community policing across the five boroughs
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Out of the Penal System, Back Into Life: Friends of the Island Academy Gives Support Where None Exists

Out of the Penal System, Back Into Life: Friends of the Island Academy Gives Support Where None Exists

FIA works across the five boroughs to transition youth out of the criminal justice system, back into their communities
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Affordable Housing Lottery Opens 69 Apartments for Seniors in East New York

A 9-story building on Schroeder St has units available for seniors earning less than $45,000/year
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