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Crown Height's Boxer Reaches Rio After Finding Safe Haven in NYC Cops and Kids Boxing Club

Richardson Hitchins lands a powerful blow.

'Painting it Forward' Art Auction Set for Weeksville Heritage Center to Benefit the Chionesu Bakari Program

Last year's Painting It Forward event. (photo credit: ziongallery.blogspot.

NYPD Welcomes Transgender Officer, Strides Toward Gender Equality

The New York Police Department is attempting to set a higher standard when it comes to acceptance and appreciation for their LGBTQ community.

Health Department Audit Shows Lack of Lead Water Testing for Brooklyn Child Care Facilities

In the wake of a clean water crisis that has forever shaped the lives of countless Michigan residents, public agencies around the country are tightening their belts when it comes to mandatory water testing.

Brooklyn Artist Featured in Beyonce's Lemonade to Perform at ARTs East New York Event

Photo credit: www.ghanacampusblog.com Brooklyn based artist, Laolu Senbanjo gained worldwide attention when his entrancing body illustrations were featured in Beyonce's "Sorry" music video.

Crown Height's Engine 234 Ranks Most Diverse NY Firehouse Since the 1970s

Engine 234 in Crown Heights, the fire company of Paul Washington, former President of the Vulcan Society (photo credit: ccrjustice.

NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton Resigns to Join Private Firm

NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton In an announcement that surprised most of the New York community, NYPD Commissioner William J.
Flatbush Landlord Indicted for Manslaughter Stemming From Fatal Fire

Flatbush Landlord Indicted for Manslaughter Stemming From Fatal Fire

On July 28, Brooklyn District Attorney Ken Thompson announced the indictment of an owner of an illegally subdivided Flatbush apartment building on charges that include manslaughter.

Futuristic Crown Heights Firehouse Planned for 2018

Rendering of Studio Gang's design for Fire Rescue 2. Image by Studio Gang The FDNY is rejoicing over plans for a Studio-Gang designed firehouse that will set the standard in modern fire department amenities.

National Night Out Against Crime Asks Crown Heights to Focus on Community

Brooklyn community members work with local law enforcement to promote peace and understanding On Tuesday, August 2, 2016, the 88th Precinct Community & Youth Council is hosting their annual National Night Out Against Crime to benefit the Fort Gre