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'Justice for Jussie' Rally Planned for Empire Actor

A Rally is planned for actor Jussie Smollett who was targeted and violently attacked on Tuesday in a suspected hate crime

Feb 1, 2019 3:20 PM Read more >

New Organic Burger Joint Will Bring More than Just Beef to Fort Greene

Burger Village specializes in all-natural burgers made of beef, elk, bison, boar or ostrich, and also offers a solid veggie-friendly selection for non-carnivores.

Jan 31, 2019 3:04 PM Read more >

FiveMyles Gallery Announces 20th Anniversary Program

Highlights of the 2019 program include a magical light maze, Byzantine saint-like depictions of Black women and an anniversary exhibit curated by Councilmember Cumbo.

Jan 31, 2019 1:37 PM Read more >

Feb 1: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Aaliyah

"Most exalted one"

Jan 31, 2019 12:59 PM Read more >

A Fest for Inquiring Minds: The Night of Philosophy and Ideas Returns to Brooklyn

The free 12-hour think fest features philosophical debate, performances, screenings and music by more than 60 philosophers and performers from around the world.

Jan 31, 2019 11:48 AM Read more >

This Bushwick Mixed-Media Muralist is 'No Starving Street Artist'

A marketing and event producer by trade, Bianca Romero talks about getting back to her artistic roots and making a living without selling out.

Jan 30, 2019 5:29 PM Read more >

City Offers Paid Fellowships to Revitalize East and Central Brooklyn Neighborhoods

The Neighborhood 360° fellows program pairs future neighborhood development professionals with selected community organizations in East New York, Brownsville and Fort Greene.

Jan 30, 2019 12:46 PM Read more >

A Self-Service, Luxury Boutique Hotel is Coming to Bed-Stuy

The fully automated 122-bed hotel will allow patrons to check in and out using a kiosk without needing any help from hotel staff.

Jan 30, 2019 11:18 AM Read more >

Could a Community Land Trust Keep Brownsville Affordable? Local Nonprofit Says Yes.

Community land trusts transfer the control of city-owned land to local residents and stakeholders to maintain affordability and economic diversity of their neighborhood.

Jan 29, 2019 4:01 PM Read more >

Meet NYC's Next Public Advocate at Crown Heights Candidates Forum

BP Adams will welcome 11 of the 20 public advocate hopefuls at Medgar Evers College

Jan 29, 2019 1:52 PM Read more >