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Photos: BP Adams Leads Stroller March Against Trump's Family Separation Policy

Photos: BP Adams Leads Stroller March Against Trump's Family Separation Policy

The outcry of the more than 500 participants was loud as they pushed strollers and carried signs through the streets, chanting “Love, not hate makes America great,” and “No Walls, no cages.”
Clinton Hill's Myrtle Avenue Plaza Debuts with Free Summer Programming and Events

Clinton Hill's Myrtle Avenue Plaza Debuts with Free Summer Programming and Events

After more than a decade, Myrtle Avenue Plaza is open and ready to serve the Clinton Hill community with free fitness programs, kids events and music performances.
Bklyn Lawmakers Decry Trump's Zero-Tolerance Immigration Policy, BP Adams Plans Stroller March Protest

Bklyn Lawmakers Decry Trump's Zero-Tolerance Immigration Policy, BP Adams Plans Stroller March Protest

Rep. Jeffries calls 'Trump Bully-in-Chief;' Rep. Clarke feels reminded of the worst moments of American history; BP Adams calls for solidarity with immigrant families.
New Starbucks Has Venti-Sized Hopes for Bed-Stuy

New Starbucks Has Venti-Sized Hopes for Bed-Stuy

Find out why there's more than coffee in store at the Starbucks in Bed-Stuy A mural of Bed Stuy, complete with flourishing coffee trees painted by Brooklyn-based muralist Olalekan Jeyifous.
Renovations Begin to Restore Paramount Theatre to Its Former Glory

Renovations Begin to Restore Paramount Theatre to Its Former Glory

The revamp of the Paramount Theatre will reestablish a loge level balcony, and include major aesthetic upgrades and improvements to the lighting and sound system.
School's Out and NYC Free Summer Meals Will Be Back in Session

School's Out and NYC Free Summer Meals Will Be Back in Session

Beginning June 27, the city offers free summer meals at nearly 1,200 for all NYC kids under 18.
Omari Hardwick Explores Relationships, Black Fatherhood and Gun Violence in One-Man-Show at the Billie

Omari Hardwick Explores Relationships, Black Fatherhood and Gun Violence in One-Man-Show at the Billie

In 'HerO: A Work in Progress,' Omari Hardwick blends storytelling, poetry, rap, photographs, video and live music Photo credit: eventbrite.
Kings County Doctor Performs Innovative Hand Surgery While Patient is Awake

Kings County Doctor Performs Innovative Hand Surgery While Patient is Awake

The 45-minute surgery doesn't require general anesthesia nor pre-operative procedures such as EKGs or chest X-rays, and is expected to have fewer complications Dr.
Emergency Town Hall Called in Brownsville to Address NYCHA Housing Violations

Emergency Town Hall Called in Brownsville to Address NYCHA Housing Violations

The town hall was called by Councilwoman Ampry-Samuels to include NYCHA residents and their feedback in the legal process. Alicka Ampry-Samuel addresses the full room and commences the emergency town hall meeting this past Monday.
Brooklyn Kids to Compete in Bklyn Library's Annual Robotics League Championship

Brooklyn Kids to Compete in Bklyn Library's Annual Robotics League Championship

Kids and teens from eight local libraries will head to the central branch for a hyper-visual competition of wits, skill and STEM learning. Photo credit: Gregg Richards for Brooklyn Public Library The kids worked toward this moment all spring long.