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Bed-Stuy Foster Mom Shares Her Story, Encourages Others as Need for Foster Parents Grows

Bed-Stuy Foster Mom Shares Her Story, Encourages Others as Need for Foster Parents Grows

Gail Anderson recently completed her first foster experience. Now she wants to help others help kids in need during the pandemic.
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The Week in COVID-19 (12/4/20): Brooklyn, Here’s Everything You Need to Know

The Week in COVID-19 (12/4/20): Brooklyn, Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Two people are dying every minute from COVID-19 in the U.S. as the coronavirus pandemic continues to surge nationally and globally. In NYC, Mayor Bill de Blasio reopens elementary schools in New York City with plans to phase out hybrid learning as Supreme Court rules NY restrictions on religious gatherings are unconstitutional.
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Asase Yaa and Weeksville Heritage Center Present Kwanzaa Fest 2020: Rising in Principle

The virtual celebration will be held on Saturday, Dec. 12, and will celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa honoring African heritage.
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North BK Pipeline’s Impacts on Black and Brown Communities Unjustifiable, de Blasio Says

The mayor has joined mounting opposition to the pipeline, calling on National Grid to halt the controversial project.
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Brooklyn Navy Yard To Hold Business Incubator for Minority and Women Entrepreneurs

Brooklyn Navy Yard To Hold Business Incubator for Minority and Women Entrepreneurs

The deadline to submit business proposals has been extended to January 15, 2021
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Three Brooklyn Nonprofits Serving the Community Through COVID-19 Get $150,000 in Grants

Brooklyn Communities Collaborative has awarded $2 million in grants since the pandemic hit to support organizations overlooked by traditional funding sources
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Brooklyn Reacts to 'Sea Change' Supreme Court Decision on NY Religious Gatherings

The challenge to Cuomo's rules on religious gatherings were brought by multiple BK houses of worship, and upheld by the Supreme Court with the help of new Justice Amy Coney Barrett.
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Coffee No More, Bushwick’s Hearts Café Becomes Natural Wine Store With Community at the Core

Coffee No More, Bushwick’s Hearts Café Becomes Natural Wine Store With Community at the Core

The hole in the wall café pivoted during the pandemic, but has stayed true to its mission of serving the neighborhood what it wants.
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Innovation Keeps Brooklyn Chefs Going While Offering Diners a New and Authentic Eating Experience

Innovation Keeps Brooklyn Chefs Going While Offering Diners a New and Authentic Eating Experience

Pop-up restaurants and delivery services are being launched across the borough to sustain chefs during COVID-19, while giving a new outlet for their culinary skills.
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A Diversity Problem: Minority and Women-Owned Businesses Make No Progress in City Contracting

A Diversity Problem: Minority and Women-Owned Businesses Make No Progress in City Contracting

Annual report shows the majority of city agencies stagnated or declined in awarding contracts to M/WBEs
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