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Brooklyn Law School Makes 11th-Hour Decision to Help Overnight Cleaners Keep Living Wage, Healthcare, After Weeks of Pressure

Brooklyn Law School Makes 11th-Hour Decision to Help Overnight Cleaners Keep Living Wage, Healthcare, After Weeks of Pressure

Overnight cleaners who have worked decades at Brooklyn Law School were told last month the school has a new contractor that won't honor union contracts. On the first day of the contract, the school changed its mind.
BK Reader's Guide to this Year's SummerStage Events

BK Reader's Guide to this Year's SummerStage Events

The Coney Island Amphitheater and Herbert Von King Park in Bed-Stuy to host nine nights of free performing arts this summer.
New 10-ft Installation in Downtown Brooklyn Ponders America's Racially Fraught Past and Present

New 10-ft Installation in Downtown Brooklyn Ponders America's Racially Fraught Past and Present

Fred Wilson's first public art installation opens in Columbus Park, highlights some of the country's greatest societal barriers
After Threat of Closure, Brooklyn Veterans Affairs Medical Center Will Remain Open

After Threat of Closure, Brooklyn Veterans Affairs Medical Center Will Remain Open

The center, located in South Brooklyn, was at risk of closing in March, due to a proposal by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Prospect Heights School Districts Receive New Superintendents

Prospect Heights School Districts Receive New Superintendents

District 17, which covers the majority of Crown Heights, will keep its existing superintendent Shenean Lindsay
WWE Star Sasha Banks Surprises Brooklyn Grammar School Struck with a Growing Case of 'WrestleMania'

WWE Star Sasha Banks Surprises Brooklyn Grammar School Struck with a Growing Case of 'WrestleMania'

Middle school teacher Victor Perry started a wrestling club that is so popular, he's now fundraising to take his students on a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

The 51st International African Arts Festival Returns to Brooklyn This Weekend!

New York City's longest-running celebration of worldwide African music, dance and culture will take place at Commodore Barry Park, from Friday, July 1, to Monday, July 4
Comedians Host Queer Variety Show at Prospect Heights Ice Cream Shop

Comedians Host Queer Variety Show at Prospect Heights Ice Cream Shop

Zach Schiffman and Emma Jayne's work has been featured on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee"
Hochul, Delgado and Forrest Win Handily in New York Primary Elections

Hochul, Delgado and Forrest Win Handily in New York Primary Elections

Hochul now sets her sight on becoming the first woman to win election to the New York governor’s office in the fall elections.
Tenants in Flatbush Gardens Rally for Better Living Conditions

Tenants in Flatbush Gardens Rally for Better Living Conditions

Tenants claim that building management has overlooked issues including rodent infestation, as well as crumbling walls and ceilings.