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NY Barrels Towards New Voting Rights Law That Would Prevent Repeat of 2016 BK Voter Purge, Supporters Say

The act would require a pre-clearance to make changes, such as moving poll locations, in areas with a history of voter discrimination
Clinton Hill Residents Reach Climactic Peace Treaty Around Local Sex Shop

Clinton Hill Residents Reach Climactic Peace Treaty Around Local Sex Shop

Romantic Depot, a controversial franchise store has finally reached an agreement with local residents.
Meet the East NY Valedictorian Starring in a Disney+ Original

Meet the East NY Valedictorian Starring in a Disney+ Original

In Disney's 'The Quest,' Myra Beji plays one of eight modern-day teenagers dropped into a fantasy world.
NY Pols Clarke, Gillibrand Announce Bill to Make 'Affordable' Housing More Affordable

NY Pols Clarke, Gillibrand Announce Bill to Make 'Affordable' Housing More Affordable

The new legislation is aimed at making housing more affordable for U.S. citizens living in urban areas like New York City.
A Brooklyn-Based Rites of Passage Program Celebrates 20 Years of Transforming, Affirming Young Lives

A Brooklyn-Based Rites of Passage Program Celebrates 20 Years of Transforming, Affirming Young Lives

Egbe Iwas offers a series of dynamic workshops that teaches youth skills that emphasize supporting positive self-affirmation and building strong moral character toward leadership in the community.
Bed-Stuy Legislator and Local Advocate Proposes Legislation to Tackle Lupus

Bed-Stuy Legislator and Local Advocate Proposes Legislation to Tackle Lupus

A Bed-Stuy resident and New York lawmaker Kevin Parker work together to tackle Lupus research and its implications on Black and Brown New Yorkers.
BK Educators Encouraged By City's Plan to Pilot AAPI History Curriculum in Schools

BK Educators Encouraged By City's Plan to Pilot AAPI History Curriculum in Schools

Brooklyn College educators have been campaigning for an AAPI curriculum in city school for months. Last week, the city announced it is set to pilot a curriculum on Asian American history in public schools.
$2M Gold Relic Stolen from Roman Catholic Church in Park Slope

$2M Gold Relic Stolen from Roman Catholic Church in Park Slope

Someone stole an irreplaceable solid gold tabernacle, built in 1895 and adorned with jewels.

Push for Asian-Plurality State Senate District Successful, Despite Controversial Process

While Democrats have been critical of an upstate judge's hand in redrawing lines for Congress and State Senate, South BK Asian-American leaders say they are happy with new district
The Fight to Save a Bed-Stuy Mansion is Not Over Yet

The Fight to Save a Bed-Stuy Mansion is Not Over Yet

As demolition inspections move forward, Bed-Stuy residents are still trying to salvage parts of the mansion at 441 Willoughby Avenue.