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East New York Turns Out for Peaceful Black Lives Matter Protest

East New York residents took to the streets for a Black Lives Matter protest, marching through the neighborhood to the 75th police precinct

Jun 8, 2020 5:01 AM Read more >

The Week in Covid-19 (6/5/20): Brooklyn, Here's Everything You Need to Know so Far

This week, New York City saw its first day without any confirmed deaths due to the coronavirus

Jun 5, 2020 6:57 PM Read more >

Why are white supremacists protesting the deaths of black people?

Hint: They're not. They're secretly instigating looting and violence to paint BLM protesters as thugs in need of policing

Jun 5, 2020 1:23 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Author Details a Friendship Both Warm and Chilling

BK Reader sat down with the Greenpoint author Leah Konen to discuss her debut adult thriller, available June 30

Jun 5, 2020 12:45 PM Read more >

BLM Activist Challenging Rep. Yvette Clarke Hopes to Upend the Democratic Establishment

Brooklyn resident Isiah James is one of four Black Lives Matter advocates nationwide running for congressional leadership.

Jun 5, 2020 12:12 PM Read more >

BK Reader Re-Launches 'Young Voices,' Acquires New Junior Editor, Helen Chen

The "Young Voices" section of BK Reader amplifies the voices of and provides a platform for our community's future leaders: Gen Z

Jun 5, 2020 9:12 AM Read more >

Affordable Housing for Rent in East New York

Under New York's affordable housing program, a large number of newly constructed apartments are up for grabs.

Jun 4, 2020 6:09 PM Read more >

This Cypress Hills Organization Fights to Make Sure Vulnerable Families Break Past the Barriers to Sustainable Childcare

Low-income families have long turned to Cypress Hills Child Care Corporation for daycare and many other resources... and during COVID-19 their needs have multiplied

Jun 4, 2020 5:58 PM Read more >

Peaceful Protesters Face NYPD Backlash in Brooklyn

Despite declines in looting and vandalism, police made violent arrests across the city Wednesday night.

Jun 4, 2020 4:37 PM Read more >

VIDEO: Brooklyn BLM Protesters Experience Standoff with NYPD on Manhattan Bridge

The march began at Barclay's Center shortly after the 8:00pm curfew went into effect.

Jun 4, 2020 1:51 PM Read more >