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Bed-Stuy Chef Debuts 'Fur Beneath My Wings,' a Literary Tribute to Our Furry Friends

'Fur Beneath My Wings' is a compilation of heartfelt stories that provide lessons in faith, love, gentleness, perseverance and hope through the eyes and existence of our furry little friends.

Congresswoman Clarke, FDNY Deputy Chief Boyd to be Honored for Their Pioneering Leadership

During Healthfirst's annual Women's History Celebration, Congresswoman Clarke and Deputy Chief Boyd will be recognized for their community service and their trailblazing role as women in leadership Two pioneering Brooklyn women will be among the ten
Photos: Bed-Stuy's Madam C.J. Walker Awards Celebrate Beauty Entrepreneurs of Color

Photos: Bed-Stuy's Madam C.J. Walker Awards Celebrate Beauty Entrepreneurs of Color

The first annual Madam C. J . Walker Leadership Awards honored dedicated local entrepreneurs for their commitment, success and leadership in Bed-Stuy's beauty care industry.

Black Law Students and Rebuilding Together NYC Light up Brownsville

Light It Up is a multi-phase initiative designed to bring better street lighting to strategically mapped 'dark zones' throughout the city - and to Brownsville.

Bowie's Musical Film ‘Lazarus' Premieres with Live Score at Kings Theatre

For the first time and one night only, David Bowie's off-Broadway musical will return as a film, accompanied by the band who first brought the show to life in New York in 2015. David Bowie in New York.

Clinton Hill's Greene Hill Food Co-op Fights to Stay in Business

The Clinton Hill food co-op turns to the community to help in its quest to find a new home Photo Credit: BaseDesign.

Actress, Activist Cynthia Nixon Launches Progressive Bid for NY Government

With Nixon in the race, Governor Cuomo is now facing a progressive primary challenge, as is his Lieutenant Governor Hochul since Councilmember Jumaane Williams announced his candidacy last month. Photo credit: vox.

Ex-Secretary of State Madeleine Albright Warns of Rise of Fascism in Upcoming Talk at Beth Elohim

Madeleine Albright's new book Fascism: A Warning is a call to arms which teaches us the lessons we must understand if we are to save ourselves from repeating the horrible errors of the past. Photo credit: cogreatwomen.
21-Year-Old Brooklynite Opens Vegan Food Spot to Make Wellness Accessible to Everyone

21-Year-Old Brooklynite Opens Vegan Food Spot to Make Wellness Accessible to Everyone

A full-time student, doula and now restaurateur, Francesca Chaney knows about the struggle of juggling a busy life and a healthy, balanced and affordable nutrition. That's why she opened Sol Sips!

‘The Greatest Magician Who Ever Lived’ Comes Home to Brooklyn

David Blaine, best known for his fusion of magic, illusions and performance stunts, will bring his wizardry to the Kings Theatre in July! Photo credit: David Blaine/ Facebook David Blaine, according to Howard Stern the "greatest magician who ever liv