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Revolutionary Latina Artists Celebrated in Bklyn Museum's Upcoming 'Radical Women' Exhibit

The multi-media exhibition "Radical Women: Latin American Art, 1960—1985," includes paintings, sculpture, photography, video, and performance by renowned artists such as Lygia Pape, Ana Mendieta and Marta Minujín.

Comptroller's Audit Finds Hazardous Conditions at 70 Percent of NYCHA Playgrounds

The new audit not only reveals the hazardous conditions of NYCHA playgrounds, but it also shows that NYCHA has inadequate control over its inspection process and does not follow its own policies Photo courtesy Office of Comptroller Scott M.
Local Officials Demand Answers on Fatal Shooting of Saheed Vassell

Local Officials Demand Answers on Fatal Shooting of Saheed Vassell

Local elected officials expressed their condolences and concerns; a community vigil is scheduled to be held this evening. Photo credit: Facebook On Wednesday afternoon, New York City police officers fatally shot an unarmed black man in Crown Heights.
Brooklyn Startup 'Oonee' is Revolutionizing Bike Parking

Brooklyn Startup 'Oonee' is Revolutionizing Bike Parking

The Oonee Bike Pod is a colorful bike storage facility, equipped with safety features and smart technology that enables users to connect with local bicycle shops for service that can be delivered while bikes are docked.

M.C. Escher's Infinite World and Mind-Bending Art is Coming to Brooklyn

The upcoming exhibition features over 200 works by graphic artist M.C. Escher who is world-renowned for his optic puzzles that play with concepts of infinity, reflection, symmetry and perspective Escher's Relativity. Image credit: M.C.

5 Brooklyn-Based Streetwear Brands Representing Brooklyn Authentically

These five streetwear brands definitely are BK All Day! Photo Credit: Planet Brooklyn Academy Originating in the early 80s, streetwear has become a fashion staple.

'Taking a Knee' - A Conversation on Sports and Activism at Brooklyn Historical Society

The Nation's Dave Zirin and Bleacher Report contributor Rembert Browne are coming together to discuss the political platform athletes have and the cost it may bring.

Brooklyn DA Gonzalez Commemorates Dr. King's 'Titanic Legacy'

"Even though Dr. King's life ended April 4, 1968, his ideas and dreams live on — they are just as powerful today as they were the day he was murdered." Photo credit: blackenterprise.

Brooklynites, Get Your Blood Pressure Checked - For Free!

The health department is collaborating with pharmacies to offer free blood pressure checks at more than 1,200 locations citywide. Photo credit: www.healthline.com One in four adult New Yorkers — 1.

Brooklyn Nonprofits Sparking Social Change Can Now Apply for 100K 'Spark Prize'

Presented by the Brooklyn Community Foundation, the Spark Prize recognizes organizations with a strong commitment to addressing critical challenges and opportunities in Brooklyn. Spark Prize winner 2018.