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Brooklyn Councilmembers Push to Reform Disciplinary Actions for Low-Level Marijuana Offenses

Brooklyn Councilmembers Push to Reform Disciplinary Actions for Low-Level Marijuana Offenses

The newly introduced bills relate to populations that are disproportionately made up of people of color, which are more often targeted for low-level marijuana offenses than whiter or wealthier populations.

Step Afrika! Brings Cultures Together Through the Art of Stepping

Step Afrika!'s performances are much more than dance shows: They integrate songs, storytelling and are all about audience participation. Photo courtesy Brooklyn Center for Performing Arts.
Filmmaker Attika J. Torrence on the Tribeca Film Festival, Trayvon Martin and the Truth About Black Films

Filmmaker Attika J. Torrence on the Tribeca Film Festival, Trayvon Martin and the Truth About Black Films

This Bed-Stuy filmmaker says black people should be supported and involved in telling their own stories

How a 27-Year-Old Brooklynite Built a $500K Company

Lance Bertrand is no stranger to the amount of diligence required for building a new company— particularly in a field that isn't one's expertise.

Let it Flow at the Brooklyn Wine Fest

Presented by the Brooklyn Expo Center, the Brooklyn Wine Fest features hundreds of new wines from local and international vineyards and winemakers, paired with food and live music.

City Expands Neighborhood Policing Model to Brooklyn Subways

Officials hope that seeing the same officers on their daily commute will give subway riders a person to reach out to when they have a problem on the trains. Photo credit: nyc.
Oh Baby, Baby! The Brooklyn Baby & Family Expo is Due to Deliver Expertise and Fun on April 22!

Oh Baby, Baby! The Brooklyn Baby & Family Expo is Due to Deliver Expertise and Fun on April 22!

Need parenting advice from experts? Looking for new baby gear? The annual expo offers all that and more for all phases of life as a parent.

Tracy Morgan is Spreading Love the Brooklyn Way with Free Block Party in Bed-Stuy

Tracy Morgan and Angela Yee will be hosting the free block party at Marcy Playground with live music from Bobbito Garcia and food from local vendors. Photo credit: massappeal.com It's gonna be a party y'all.

Jumaane Williams Tied in the Polls for Lt. Governor with Incumbent Hochul

Flatbush Councilmember Jumaane Willams positions himself as a strong progressive alternative to the present administration in Albany. Photo courtesy Office of Jumaane D.
This Virtual Reality Video Game Shows You the Real Brownsville

This Virtual Reality Video Game Shows You the Real Brownsville

Brownsville youths have spent the past two years creating a virtual reality video game that is a lifelike replica of their neighborhood.