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Staggering Levels of Chemicals Found Inside Brownsville NYCHA Development

Staggering Levels of Chemicals Found Inside Brownsville NYCHA Development

Tests detected chemicals commonly found in petroleum and dry cleaning far above the levels deemed acceptable by the federal government.
Brooklyn Public Library Recognized as Top Innovator for 'Teacher Lab' Program

Brooklyn Public Library Recognized as Top Innovator for 'Teacher Lab' Program

The free online program provides educators with the tools to locate primary sources, search databases and evaluate websites to create more engaging learning experiences
Nixon, Hamilton Face Community's Questions at Medgar Evers Forum

Nixon, Hamilton Face Community's Questions at Medgar Evers Forum

While the candidates presented their positions on issues like affordable housing and criminal justice reform, Senator Jesse Hamilton also had to address his controversial involvement with the IDC.
Justice Sotomayor to Share Her Life Story with Young Readers in Brooklyn

Justice Sotomayor to Share Her Life Story with Young Readers in Brooklyn

Justice Sotomayor will take attendees on her journey to become the first Hispanic and third woman appointed to the Supreme Court.
BREAKING: NYC Residents with Past Marijuana Misdemeanor Convictions Can Wipe Record Clean, Announces Brooklyn D.A.

BREAKING: NYC Residents with Past Marijuana Misdemeanor Convictions Can Wipe Record Clean, Announces Brooklyn D.A.

No court appearance necessary; First opportunity to file a motion in Brooklyn begins Sep 21
Billie Holiday Theatre to Welcome Global Film Festival Exploring Immigration and Interculturalism

Billie Holiday Theatre to Welcome Global Film Festival Exploring Immigration and Interculturalism

The Nova Frontier Film Festival showcases the works of filmmakers from and about the African Diasporas, Middle East, Latin America and Caribbean
L'Shanah Tovah (Happy New Year)!

L'Shanah Tovah (Happy New Year)!

Orthodox Jews in Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights prepare to celebrate the first day of Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year
Obit: Legendary Brooklyn Jazz Pianist Randy Weston Dies at 92

Obit: Legendary Brooklyn Jazz Pianist Randy Weston Dies at 92

In his 65-year recording career, Randy Weston drew connections between the jazz and blues that surrounded him in Brooklyn and the music of Africa, his ancestral homeland.
City’s Largest State Park Honoring Shirley Chisholm Will Transform East New York's Waterfront

City’s Largest State Park Honoring Shirley Chisholm Will Transform East New York's Waterfront

The project will convert 407 acres along Jamaica Bay into the Shirley Chisholm Park with a pier, trails, picnic areas and environmental education programs.
Iconic Photographer Jamel Shabazz to Debut Solo Exhibition in Brooklyn

Iconic Photographer Jamel Shabazz to Debut Solo Exhibition in Brooklyn

The exhibit at FiveMyles includes images documenting hip-hop culture, the Native American community and Jamel Shabazz's iconic subway rides.