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In NYC, Education Remains Paramount in Reducing Economic-Racial Gap, Experts Say

In NYC, Education Remains Paramount in Reducing Economic-Racial Gap, Experts Say

The second in a 3-part series that examines the huge gaps in employment levels and wages between Black and white New Yorkers doing the same job
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Protestors March Through Brooklyn Demanding Cancellation of Rent on National Day of Action

"Because of Cuomo, the rent is too damn high," protestors chanted as they marched from Housing Court to the residence of the Eviction Marshall
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Barclays Center Will Be Turned Into a Polling Site for the General Election

Barclays Center Will Be Turned Into a Polling Site for the General Election

The arena will now serve as the largest voting site in Brooklyn, giving thousands of voters a safe space to cast their ballot
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Flatbush Caton Market is Gearing Up for West Indian Day Celebrations

The recently moved Flatbush Caton Market has reopened and is making big plans for festivities amidst COVID-19
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Brooklyn's Second Annual Caribbean Literary Festival Is Going Virtual

Brooklyn's Second Annual Caribbean Literary Festival Is Going Virtual

The festival created by Marsha Massiah-Aaron will feature workshops and talks dedicated to the Caribbean diaspora
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AG, City Leaders Demand Removal of Thousands of Homes From Tax Lien Sale

Tax and water lien sales put vulnerable homeowners further at risk during the COVID-19 crisis, they say
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Letter from the Editor: What Does it Mean to be a Proud American?

Letter from the Editor: What Does it Mean to be a Proud American?

Is it really pride we're feeling as Americans ... or privilege?
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Be Ready to Deal With Violence, Protesters Told at Bed-Stuy Jacob Blake Rally

Be Ready to Deal With Violence, Protesters Told at Bed-Stuy Jacob Blake Rally

Members of December 12 Movement held the rally calling for justice and to support sport stars standing against racism
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Neighbors Are Tackling the Trash Amidst COVID-19 Budget Cuts

Neighbors Are Tackling the Trash Amidst COVID-19 Budget Cuts

In Brooklyn, grassroots groups are forming to address the mounting garbage on city streets that has led to increased sightings of rats.
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Remote Learning Is Here to Stay--How Can NYC Parents Prepare?

Remote Learning Is Here to Stay--How Can NYC Parents Prepare?

Remote learning is central to school reopening, but with virtual classes proving problematic in spring, question marks linger for students this fall
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