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In the fight against mosquitoes, the health department uses pesticides that are low-risk to people and pets, and provides the community with additional tips and resources to "fight the bite.

Meet your local police officers and neighbors while enjoying free food, games, prizes and music during the annual National Night Out

Brooklynites from all origins embraced and shared their culture, celebrating the borough's diversity at the 5th annual International Day of Friendship. The Panamanian delegation.

Avoid strenuous activities during the sun's peak hours, stay indoors with your AC and drink lots of water! Le Frak Center in Prospect Park.

Howard was a longtime community leader, and a valued friend and senior campaign staff member for Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm. Bill Howard (left) with Harry Belafonte (right). Photo courtesy Barbara Bullard William "Bill" R.

Kristina Newman—Scott, who currently serves as the first immigrant and first woman of color as the director of culture for the State of Connecticut, will join BRIC in September Kristina Newman-Scott will be BRIC's new president.

Did you know? Colon cancer, which is curable, treatable and preventable, remains the third-leading cause of cancer deaths in Brooklyn.

The grassroots recycling initiative just launched a few weeks ago, but it has been gaining traction as more Brownsville residents are getting on board.

Is the NYPD targeting Brooklyn bicyclists?

Longtime exposure to high levels of Perchloroethylene, a chemical most commonly used in dry cleaning, can cause problems with the nervous system, liver and kidneys, as well as cancer.