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NYPD and Community-Based Violence Prevention Initiative to Launch in Brooklyn

NYPD and Community-Based Violence Prevention Initiative to Launch in Brooklyn

Due to the spike in gun violence that has plagued New York City in recent months, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a new initiative the city hopes will curtail the violence.
No Food? No Booze. Cuomo Cracks Down on Outdoor Drinking at Bars.

No Food? No Booze. Cuomo Cracks Down on Outdoor Drinking at Bars.

New York's restaurants and bars, struggling to stay afloat with skeleton staffs and reduced to takeout, delivery and outdoor dining, suffered another blow on Thursday when Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo placed new limits on their ability to serve alcohol.
Did Brooklyn’s Chasidic Community Achieve Herd Immunity?

Did Brooklyn’s Chasidic Community Achieve Herd Immunity?

The front page of the June 26 issue of Der Yid , one of the most widely circulated Yiddish newspapers among New York's chasidic Orthodox communities, made the point loud and clear. "And so it was after the plague.
Seeds in the Middle Brings Fresh Produce Programs to Food Insecure Areas of Brooklyn

Seeds in the Middle Brings Fresh Produce Programs to Food Insecure Areas of Brooklyn

On Pitkin Avenue in Brownsville, there are five fast food restaurants in a small stretch.
COVID-19 Update: Cuomo Launches ‘Mask Up America’ TV Campaign Featuring Robert De Niro, Kaitlyn Dever and Others

COVID-19 Update: Cuomo Launches ‘Mask Up America’ TV Campaign Featuring Robert De Niro, Kaitlyn Dever and Others

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic spreading fast in many states across the country, Gov. Andrew Cuomo today launched the national "Mask Up America" education and awareness campaign to urge all Americans to wear a mask while in public.
Black Activists, Electeds Weigh in On Police Reforms, Gun Violence

Black Activists, Electeds Weigh in On Police Reforms, Gun Violence

Gun violence in New York City shows no sign of slowing down with 28 shootings, 45 victims, and two deaths citywide this past weekend; and 41 shootings, 49 victims and 8 murders total in Brooklyn since July 4th, according to police records [this does
As Black Immigrants, This Movement for Equality Is Ours, Too

As Black Immigrants, This Movement for Equality Is Ours, Too

I was scrolling through photos on social media of my cousins and teenage nieces at a Black Lives Matter protest when it struck me.
Finding Joy in a Brooklyn Outdoor Dance Party

Finding Joy in a Brooklyn Outdoor Dance Party

Our world today is in crisis.
De Blasio Celebrates $54.5 Million Emergency Fund As Crime Spikes

De Blasio Celebrates $54.5 Million Emergency Fund As Crime Spikes

As New York City grapples with a global pandemic, mounting tensions over police policies, and an uptick in violent crime that claimed the life of a 1-year-old boy, Mayor Bill de Blasio took a victory lap for raising millions of dollars for novel coro
Deadline Is July 21 To Apply for 206 New Affordable Apartments in East New York at Linden Terrace

Deadline Is July 21 To Apply for 206 New Affordable Apartments in East New York at Linden Terrace

Applications are now available for 206 NEWLY CONSTRUCTED Apartments at 2858 Linden Boulevard (Linden Terrace), East New York, Brooklyn Amenities: Outdoor Terraces, Community Room, Children's Playroom, Bike Room, On-site card operated Laundry*, parkin