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City Confirms First Coronavirus Patient in Brooklyn

An 80-yr-old woman with age-related health issues is confirmed in critical condition with the novel coronavirus

Mar 5, 2020 10:52 PM Read more >

Sen. Persaud’s Bill to Attract and Retain Underrepresented Teachers Passes in NYS Senate

The bill is in response to a recent education report that found a widening ratio between students and teachers of color

Mar 5, 2020 1:19 PM Read more >

NYC Council Speaker Corey Johnson: The Facts About Coranavirus

The first case of Coronavirus is confirmed in New York City; here's what you should know!

Mar 4, 2020 7:15 PM Read more >

PHOTOS: Five Non-Profits Honored at $100,000 Spark Prize Breakfast at BAM

Brooklyn Community Foundation has awarded $2.4 million in "no strings attached" general operating support to 20 winners since 2016.

Mar 4, 2020 12:47 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Tech Wins First-Ever, Cross-Borough Gaming Tournament

Nintendo's baaaaack... in the first-ever, globally live-streamed Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament

Mar 4, 2020 9:38 AM Read more >

Stop 'N' Swap! GrowNYC Hosts Free Swapping Event in East Flatbush

The public is invited to bring clean, portable items to share with those who can use them

Mar 3, 2020 7:49 PM Read more >

50in50 Monologue Series at BHT Returns with 'Letters to Our Sons'

This year's monologue presenters include Lisa Arrindell, Joie Lee, Phyllis Yvonne Stickney, Pauletta Pearson Washington and more!

Mar 3, 2020 1:35 PM Read more >

Female-Founded Startups Compete in the 16th 'Make It in Brooklyn' Pitch Contest

Make It Black Co-founder Amanda Grogan won first place with her plan for repurposing unsold vintage clothing

Mar 2, 2020 5:29 PM Read more >

City Council Mulls Revamping the BQE: Raise it Up? Put it Underground? Tear it Down? Or Nah?

The city weighs options for repairing or replacing the decrepit, outdated and overly crowded Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

Feb 28, 2020 5:31 PM Read more >

Brooklyn, Get Ready to Ditch Your Plastic Bags-- But First, Here are Five Important Things You Should Know

The New York State law banning single-use plastic bags goes into effect on Sunday, March 1.

Feb 28, 2020 4:49 PM Read more >