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Barrio Solar Is Helping Brooklynites Save Energy and Money by 'Going Solar,' With $3,500 Incentive

A pilot program made possible by a trio of non-profits is trying to make solar energy easy to understand and access for low-income communities in Brooklyn

Apr 25, 2022 6:33 PM Read more >

Is NYCHA Still Using Marijuana Offenses as Grounds for Eviction?

NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams says that the agency has not yet heeded the 2019 NYC Council resolution.

Apr 25, 2022 3:56 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Surrogate Judge Harriet Thompson Sues Court System For Reinstatement

State court officials say they’re investigating ‘serious misconduct,’ but the judge accuses them of retaliation.

Apr 25, 2022 2:14 PM Read more >

BP Reynoso Hosts Iftar Dinner with Brooklyn's Muslim Community Leaders

In the Muslim community, Iftar dinner is held during Ramadan, a month-long period of reflection, prayer, fasting and community.

Apr 25, 2022 2:07 PM Read more >

Janelle Monáe Stops Through BAM to Discuss New Book on Gender Identity, Time Travel, Totalitarianism and More

The Memory Librarian is Janelle Monáe's new anthology oriented around her critically acclaimed album Dirty Computer where we fast-forward to life in "the New Dawn."

Apr 24, 2022 5:15 PM Read more >

Meet the Brownsville Running Club for Women of Color Disrupting Systemic Inequity

We Run Brownsville is a free running club for women of color featuring a walk-to-run program and a supportive, wellness-focused community.

Apr 22, 2022 10:55 AM Read more >

Sen. Myrie Announces State Funding For College Career Training in Environmental Sciences

The $2.1 million program will connect environmental science with social justice work in New York's Adirondack Park

Apr 22, 2022 10:00 AM Read more >

One Psychedelic Ride: Brooklynites Bike for the Decriminalization of Magic Mushrooms

With growing understanding of the medicinal properties of psilocybin mushrooms, New Yorkers are advocating for political and societal acceptance of the substance.

Apr 22, 2022 9:24 AM Read more >

Find Out Why These Brooklyn Seniors Are on The Move!

The JASA Senior Alliance Center in Manhattan Beach offers meals, housing, computer training, and even zumba classes.

Apr 21, 2022 12:41 PM Read more >

Citi Bike Offering Free, 1-Day Passes During Car-Free Earth Day on April 23

DOT has scheduled celebrations along nine City streets with programming promoting education around climate change and activities for all ages

Apr 21, 2022 12:20 PM Read more >