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What is Juneteenth, and Why Do We Celebrate?

Juneteenth has come to symbolize for many African Americans what the 4th of July symbolizes for all Americans: freedom.

Jun 16, 2020 3:21 PM Read more >

United For Brownsville Collaborates With Non Profits to Distribute Fresh Food and PPE In Brownsville

Brownsville is one of the many areas in Brooklyn devastated by COVID-19, but thanks to these non-profit programs, theyve ensured that no resident is left behind.

Jun 16, 2020 11:45 AM Read more >

Bushwicks Brooklyn Cider House to Close Permanently

Cider sales will move online and upstate, but the bustling cider house and event space wont reopen after the pandemic.

Jun 15, 2020 2:05 PM Read more >

NYC's First Black Lives Matter Mural is Met With Backlash

The Big Apple now has its first Black Lives Matter street mural.

Jun 15, 2020 2:00 PM Read more >

Crown Heights Hasidic Community Marches For Black Lives Matter

More than 100 members of the Crown Heights Hasidic community took to Eastern Parkway almost 30 years after racial tensions caused riots in the neighborhood

Jun 15, 2020 1:29 PM Read more >

Brooklyn, Early Voting is in Effect Now!

If you have personal or professional conflicts on Election Day that prevent you from voting, you can do so early and get it out of the way!

Jun 15, 2020 11:57 AM Read more >

Medgar Evers College Students Hold Virtual Tribute Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Medgar Wiley Evers

Evers' grandson, Daniel Evers-Everette, along with Center for Black Literature Founder Dr. Brenda Greene and hip hop artist Talib Kweli will speak

Jun 14, 2020 3:06 PM Read more >

Brooklyn, Here are the Primary Election Races to Watch

Establishment candidates versus upstart progressives is a common theme running through several races.

Jun 14, 2020 2:42 PM Read more >

AG Seeking Public Testimony of NYPD Interactions for Upcoming Hearing

Members of the public are invited to provide written testimony for a video hearing

Jun 12, 2020 4:14 PM Read more >

The Nova Frontier Film Festival Highlighting Filmmakers of Color Opens in Brooklyn!

NFFF 2020 will be one of the only virtual film festival spotlighting independent filmmakers of color from all over the world

Jun 12, 2020 3:48 PM Read more >