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Where Do Our Bklyn Councilmembers Stand on 'Defunding' the NYPD?

While a growing number of pols favor cutting police funding, ideas about where to slash the budget and how to redirect the funds vary widely.
Brooklyn-Born Author Publishes Memoir on Journey Through Trauma, Mental Illness, And Healing

Brooklyn-Born Author Publishes Memoir on Journey Through Trauma, Mental Illness, And Healing

In her debut book, Vivian Conan documents her journey dealing with dissociative identity disorder as a child to her eventual diagnosis at 46 and subsequent healing
Life on welfare isn't what most people think it is

Life on welfare isn't what most people think it is

By: Thomas Mould , Butler University When Americans talk about people receiving public assistance — food stamps, disability, unemployment payments and other government help — they often have stereotypes and inaccurate perceptions of who t

Tremaine Wright’s Campaign Marches Toward the Finish Line in a Challenging Environment

COVID-19 forces Wright to change her campaigning style, as she squares off against progressive opponents.
Bushwick-Based Restaurant Launches Black Supper Program to Feed Community

Bushwick-Based Restaurant Launches Black Supper Program to Feed Community

Francesca Chaney, owner of the vegan restaurant Sol Sips has donated more than 300 free meals.
State Lawmakers Repeal 50-A, Pass Sweeping Police Reform

State Lawmakers Repeal 50-A, Pass Sweeping Police Reform

The law shielding officer records from public scrutiny was repealed by the state legislature, which passed several bills aimed at greater police accountability.
'Come Break Bread With Us' Initiative Feeds the Hungry in East Flatbush

'Come Break Bread With Us' Initiative Feeds the Hungry in East Flatbush

Black Lives Matter Brooklyn President Anthony Beckford hasn’t forgotten the communities experiencing the devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic

Medgar Evers College Students Protest, Demand Immediate Resignation of MEC President Dr. Rudolph Crew

Allegations of bullying, cronyism, low enrollment and misuse of resources spark protests among students and staff around Crew's reinstatement
Local Seniors Are Encouraged to Get Creative With These Virtual Workshops, Courtesy BPL

Local Seniors Are Encouraged to Get Creative With These Virtual Workshops, Courtesy BPL

Brooklyn Public Library and Apple Bank present "Creative Aging," a series of virtual art and writing workshops for seniors
Preschools Continue to Struggle as New York City Reopens

Preschools Continue to Struggle as New York City Reopens

After a Phase 1 reopening, child care centers citywide worry they cannot stay afloat without government funding.