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Brooklyn Borough President Pens Op-Ed Detailing His Experience as a Police Officer

Photo Credit: Dave Hosford Expressing a duality that is considered unique within the discussion about police conduct and civilian rights, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams took time to write a passionate op-ed piece for The New York Times.

Jul 12, 2016 10:48 AM Read more >

ShotSpotter: Gunfire Detection System Leads NYPD to Crown Heights Shooter

Over the last decade, new technology and advanced investigation techniques have allowed detectives to become more accurate in their search for criminal suspects.

Jul 11, 2016 2:05 PM Read more >

Benjamin Banneker Student Wins Prestigious Mohbat Prize For Writing

Nancy Schuh and Keitha-Clemon Duhaney, 2016 Mohbat Winner For the last five years, Brooklyn public high school seniors have had the opportunity to apply for the Joseph E. Mohbat Price for Writing in memory of Verdery Knights.

Jul 11, 2016 11:57 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Historical Society Welcomes Panel of Pioneering Muslim Women

On Tuesday, July 12, the Brooklyn Historical Society will host an introduction to a panel of pioneering and dynamic women entitled American, Female, and Muslim .

Jul 10, 2016 11:48 PM Read more >

State Senator Kevin Parker Recognizes Brooklynite For His Sustainable Energy Contributions

(L-R- Senator Kevin Parker, ,Grace Lunsford and Corbett Lunsford inside the Tiny House) This past Wednesday, State Senator Kevin Parker took time out to recognize and commend small business owners who have contributed to the sustainable energy educat

Jul 8, 2016 2:21 PM Read more >

NYPD Directs Officers to Work in Pairs Following Dallas Attack on Police

In an ongoing effort to restore peace and calm to the streets of New York City, the NYPD has ordered their officers to work in pairs following the Dallas attacks that took the lives of five police officers.

Jul 8, 2016 12:47 PM Read more >

Summer Camp With Purpose: Camp Bed-Stuy Seeks to Broaden Horizons

Camp Bed-Stuy kids enjoying a city excursion In an era where city-based summer camps often double as full-time babysitters for working parents, a program's curriculum can easily contain a lot of fluff.

Jul 7, 2016 3:33 PM Read more >

Crown Heights' FiveMyles Gallery Offers Dynamic Summer Exhibitions

Perfectly located in the quickly-changing Crown Heights section of Brooklyn, FiveMyles is a artistic gem that serves a community of painters, storytellers and more.

Jul 7, 2016 1:00 PM Read more >

Tree Planted In Memory of Brooklyn's 'Miss Susie', World's Oldest Person

Photo Credit: NYCHA This past spring Susannah "Miss Susie" Mushatt Jones celebrated her 116th birthday, holding strong to the world record for the oldest living person as well as the record for being the last living American that was born in the 19th

Jul 7, 2016 11:15 AM Read more >

Anti-Gentrification and Displacement Forum at Brooklyn Museum Plans to Inform and Empower

The Brooklyn Museum, an evolving cultural and intellectual hub in Brooklyn, will host the Brooklyn Community Forum on Anti-Gentrification and Displacement this Sunday, July 10, from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Jul 6, 2016 2:04 PM Read more >