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Pandemic Misery Index Reveals Far-Reaching Impact of COVID-19 on American Lives, Especially on Blacks and Latinos

With more than 30 million people infected and 550,000 dead, the U.S. is among the nations hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jun 7, 2021 3:20 PM Read more >

Bushwick Artist's Urban Miniatures of NYC Get Big Attention

Danny Cortes evokes nostalgic memories with his detailed dioramas of New York City scenes. His hobby has become his full-time job, with clients including rappers and sports stars.

Jun 7, 2021 1:13 PM Read more >

Pop Up Drag Shows and Puppetry Part of Downtown Brooklyns 12 New Public Art Projects

Downtown Brooklyn Partnership and DUMBO Improvement District have funded the new art projects along with five accessibility upgrades

Jun 7, 2021 11:43 AM Read more >

New Bed-Stuy Barbershop Creates Welcoming Space for Queer Community

Kareem Woodson opened Enkels barbershop to combat culture of hypermasculinity

Jun 7, 2021 9:59 AM Read more >

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Bed-Stuy

Overall, crime is down in Bed-Stuy, and in Brooklyn as a whole.

Jun 4, 2021 5:12 PM Read more >

Is the NYPD's New 'Graffiti Cleanup' Blotting Out Brooklyn Street Art?

A Brooklyn artist has filed a lawsuit against the City and NYPD saying their anti-graffiti campaign is endangering hundreds of valuable, recognized, and permitted artworks across NYC.

Jun 4, 2021 3:41 PM Read more >

City Launches Block Parties for Teens in an Effort to Increase Vaccination

As NYC Youth Vax Week continues, community leaders are encouraging youth and parents to remain informed about the vaccine and get vaccinated.

Jun 4, 2021 12:32 PM Read more >

New 14-Story 100% Affordable Apartment Building to Be Built in Brownsville

RiseBoro Community Partnership and Slate Property Group have bought the site for the building at 326 Rockaway Avenue

Jun 4, 2021 12:04 PM Read more >

NYC Immigrant Renters to Get Legal Guidance, Rent Relief Through New Housing Helpline

Legal Aid, Enterprise, Make the Road NY, RiseBoro, CAMBA and Robin Hood Foundation have launched the new helpline to help immigrant NYers access state rental relief program

Jun 4, 2021 9:48 AM Read more >

New Free Digital Skills Program Aims to Upskill NYers for In-Demand Jobs

Microsoft has partnered with community, eduacational and corporate partners in New York to develop the skills program

Jun 3, 2021 12:19 PM Read more >