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Op-Ed:Families Belong Together

Child abuse is child abuse. No matter the national origin of the child. No matter a parent's journey to our shores. No matter what. What Trump is doing not only offends me as an American, but also as a father and as a human.

Jun 20, 2018 12:57 PM Read more >

Photos: Healthfirst's Annual Health and Wellness Expo Returns to Brownsville

Healthfirst's annual Brownsville health expo encourages local residents to take charge of their health and feel good about it Photo courtesy of Healthfirst On Saturday, Healthfirst hosted its annual Healthy Village Brownsville, a day dedicated to edu

Jun 19, 2018 7:41 PM Read more >

Afro Pas de Deux Festival Explores the Complexities of Race and Gender Through Dance

This year's festival will feature a conversation with renowned guest choreographers, a master class and a post-performance reception with the artists.

Jun 19, 2018 2:36 PM Read more >

BP Adams Rejects Rezoning of 80 Flatbush Site, Demands Height Reduction

Adams calls for changes to the 80 Flatbush proposal including a 600-feet cap of the building, the consideration of new public school sites and the creation of a nearby subway entrance.

Jun 19, 2018 12:21 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Book Festival Announces 2018 Lineup

The Brooklyn Book Festival, NYC's largest free literary event, returns on the weekend of September 15! Photo courtesy Brooklyn Book Festival The Brooklyn Book Festival Literary Council celebrated the annual launch of the Brooklyn Book Festival ( BKBF

Jun 18, 2018 2:42 PM Read more >

Report: Brooklyn Economy Sets Records, Bed-Stuy is Booming

A report by the NY State comptroller finds: B etween 2009 and 2017, job growth exceeded 70 percent in Bedford Stuyvesant, and business sales have more than doubled in the area. Bed-Stuy is booming. Photo credit: allevents.

Jun 18, 2018 2:11 PM Read more >

Senator Hamilton Secures $190K in State Funding for Local Tenants' Rights Groups

The funding will benefit the Flatbush Development Corporation, the Flatbush Tenant Coalition, Housing & Family Services of Greater New York, the Fifth Avenue Committee and the Legal Aid Society.

Jun 18, 2018 12:49 PM Read more >

New Exhibit at Richard Beavers Gallery Opens, Proclaims 'God is Trans'

GOD IS TRANS is an art exhibit that asks the viewer to see God as a spirit that occupies both genders and everything in between

Jun 15, 2018 5:08 PM Read more >

City Launches Special Task Force to Combat Youth Homelessness

A council of experts will coordinate a six-month community process to develop a strategic plan for preventing and ending youth homelessness Photo credit: CityNews NYC's Health and Human Services launched yesterday the first-ever Youth Homelessness Ta

Jun 15, 2018 2:47 PM Read more >

This New Crown Heights Gathering Spot Serves Healthy, Haitian Treats

Lakou Cafe, named after the Haitian courtyard where the community gathers, specializes in crepes and patties and features an eclectic selection of housemade smoothies, juices and kava cocktails.

Jun 14, 2018 2:43 PM Read more >