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Housing Rights Advocate Cea Weaver Nominated to Planning Commission Amidst Citywide Housing Crisis

The real estate industry is pushing back against the nomination of a progressive on the commission, saying Weaver would be a ‘thorn in industry’s side.’
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Calling All Companies Wishing to Tackle Global Issues From BK's Navy Yard

Calling All Companies Wishing to Tackle Global Issues From BK's Navy Yard

Newlab is holding an open call for entrepreneurs interested in solving some of the world's most pressing problems
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Billie Holiday Theater Instrumental in Providing Close to 100 Black Theaters Grant Support

Billie Holiday Theater Instrumental in Providing Close to 100 Black Theaters Grant Support

The Black Seed was established in 2020 to support Black theater companies nationwide
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NYCHA Awarded $25M by HUD; $7M to Address Problem of Lead-Based Paint

NYCHA Awarded $25M by HUD; $7M to Address Problem of Lead-Based Paint

More than 9,000 children under the age of 6 possibly have been exposed to lead in their NYCHA apartments
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New BK Photo Exhibit of LGBTQ Seniors Counts Years 'Lost' Hiding Authentic Self

New BK Photo Exhibit of LGBTQ Seniors Counts Years 'Lost' Hiding Authentic Self

The national exhibition kicking off Tuesday in Brooklyn tells the untold stories of 12 elders and the years they lost by staying in the closet
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The Week in COVID-19 (01/15/21): Brooklyn, Here’s Everything You Need to Know

NYC is set to run out of vaccinations by the end of next week if the federal and state governments don't step in.
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Brooklyn Nonprofit CEO Wins Grant for Leaders of Color Fighting Racial, Economic Injustice

Brooklyn Nonprofit CEO Wins Grant for Leaders of Color Fighting Racial, Economic Injustice

Jose Ortiz, Jr., CEO at nonprofit New York City Employment and Training Coalition, has been awarded around $400K for his organization and to fund his own growth as a leader.
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Exhibition Celebrating Latinx Abstract Art Opening at BRIC

Exhibition Celebrating Latinx Abstract Art Opening at BRIC

The new contemporary exhibition challenges the complex established history of abstract Latinx art
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Should the Revamped Cuyler Gore Park Include a Dog Run?

Should the Revamped Cuyler Gore Park Include a Dog Run?

The question was one that attracted a lot of discussion at a community meeting on the small Fort Greene park’s future.
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AG Letitia James Files Lawsuit Against NYPD for Excessive Use of Force During Peaceful Protest

AG Letitia James Files Lawsuit Against NYPD for Excessive Use of Force During Peaceful Protest

The lawsuit follows an investigation into the NYPD’s use of ‘brutal force’ against protestors last year and years prior
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