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Brooklyn Doctor Under Investigation in Sha-asia Washington’s Death During Childbirth

A former Woodhull Hospital anesthesiologist is under investigation by the New York State Board for Professional Medical Conduct in connection with the death of Sha-asia Washington , who died during childbirth at the hospital last July at age 26.
Just Eight City Zip Codes Are Above 5 Percent COVID-19 Positivity, Including Three in Brooklyn

Just Eight City Zip Codes Are Above 5 Percent COVID-19 Positivity, Including Three in Brooklyn

The Flushing/Murray Hill/Queensboro Hill area of Queens (ZIP code 11354) again has the highest 7-day COVID-19 positivity rate — but over the last two weeks, it's significantly decreased. As of April 12, the rate stood at 10.
Man in Critical Condition After Brutal Beatdown on Brooklyn Street

Man in Critical Condition After Brutal Beatdown on Brooklyn Street

A man was brutally attacked on a Brooklyn street by an assailant who pushed the victim to the ground and repeatedly stomped on his head, startling surveillance video shows. The 49-year-old victim was attacked on Tapscott St. near Blake Ave.

New Spot Tiny’s Cantina Brings "Mexican Pizza" to Prospect Heights

After successfully serving some Brooklyn's best barbecue for nearly eight years before temporarily closing due to a kitchen fire , the Morgan's Barbecue crew is back at it with a new concept in the same neighborhood.
COVID-19 Live Updates: Pfizer Vaccine Is Set to Be Approved for Adolescents in U.S.

COVID-19 Live Updates: Pfizer Vaccine Is Set to Be Approved for Adolescents in U.S.

Medical experts welcomed the news that the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine could be authorized by the Food and Drug Administration for use in adolescents ages 12 to 15 by early next week, a major step forward in the U.S. vaccination campaign.

Sexual Harassment Allegations Roil N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race: 5 Takeaways

For much of the New York City mayor's race, Andrew Yang has been a dominating presence, leading in limited early polling and siphoning attention from his rivals.

Brooklyn Man Claims He Was Framed for 1998 Murder by the Real Killer — His Close Friend

A Brooklyn man is asking a judge to overturn his decades-old murder conviction, claiming he was framed for the shooting by the testimony of the real killer — his close friend.
Stringer Vows to Press on After Losing Supporters in NYC Mayoral Race

Stringer Vows to Press on After Losing Supporters in NYC Mayoral Race

Scott Stringer is looking for redemption.
Former College Basketball Player Is Nightmare Neighbor Who Rents His Brooklyn Apartments for All-Night Parties and Music Video Shoots: Suit

Former College Basketball Player Is Nightmare Neighbor Who Rents His Brooklyn Apartments for All-Night Parties and Music Video Shoots: Suit

A former college basketball player is driving his neighbors crazy by renting out the Brooklyn apartments he leases for music video shoots and rowdy all-night parties — one of which ended in shots being fired, according to building residents and
Teen Charged With Stray Bullet Shooting of 5-Year-Old Girl in Brooklyn Ordered Held on $100,000 Bail

Teen Charged With Stray Bullet Shooting of 5-Year-Old Girl in Brooklyn Ordered Held on $100,000 Bail

A teenaged gunman who fired a stray bullet that grazed the head of a 5-year-old girl — and then fled to South Carolina — has been hit with attempted murder and other charges, and ordered held on $100,000 bail Friday.