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‘James Brown in a Mosh Pit:’ Brooklyn Band Rebelmatic Enthralls in Free Concert

‘James Brown in a Mosh Pit:’ Brooklyn Band Rebelmatic Enthralls in Free Concert

Brooklyn-based band Rebelmatic — with its marked versatility and powerful messaging — was the highlight of a recent free concert in Tompkins Square Park.
57 Elected Officials Across New York Urge City to Delay Upcoming Tax Lien Sale

57 Elected Officials Across New York Urge City to Delay Upcoming Tax Lien Sale

Despite community and political opposition, the tax lien sale is slated for Dec.
BK Catholic Diocese on Firing Gay Music Teacher: 'Church Law Is Clear'

BK Catholic Diocese on Firing Gay Music Teacher: 'Church Law Is Clear'

The Brooklyn Catholic Diocese fired music teacher Matthew LaBanca from positions he'd held for more than 10 years after it discovered he married his partner this August
Brooklyn Nets Unveils 2021-22 Limited Edition Nike NBA City Uniform

Brooklyn Nets Unveils 2021-22 Limited Edition Nike NBA City Uniform

The new look blends elements from throughout the franchise’s 75 year history
PHOTOS: Wheelchair Using Chiweenie Wins Top Spot in Fort Greene Doggie Dress Up Competition

PHOTOS: Wheelchair Using Chiweenie Wins Top Spot in Fort Greene Doggie Dress Up Competition

Fort Greene PUPS held its 23rd annual Great PUPkin parade on Sunday, where pups from across the city could showcase their finest looks.
New Film Celebrates Legacy of 'The East,' Bed-Stuy’s Historic Afrocentric Organization

New Film Celebrates Legacy of 'The East,' Bed-Stuy’s Historic Afrocentric Organization

'The Sun Rises in the East' chronicles how the 1970s organization planted the seeds of Black pride in the community.
Brownsville High School Students Get Surprise Test From Visiting Senator

Brownsville High School Students Get Surprise Test From Visiting Senator

Students at Brooklyn Ascend High School were learning about term-limits in their history class Friday when State Senator Zellnor Myrie crashed their lesson with a few quiz questions

'Proud Brooklynite' Attorney General Letitia James Announces Run for Governor

But she is already facing criticism for running after her investigation into sexual harrassment allegations against former Governor Andrew Cuomo led to his resignation
The Classic Bodega Icebox Is Starting Conversations on Immigration, Human Rights in BK

The Classic Bodega Icebox Is Starting Conversations on Immigration, Human Rights in BK

The NO I.C.E BOX, a public art project using the classic bodega ice vending machine as a platform for immigration rights awareness, is coming soon to the Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts.
The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Flatbush and East Flatbush

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Flatbush and East Flatbush

Crime is up in Flatbush and East Flatbush, and in Brooklyn as a whole.