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George Floyd Protests in Flatbush

Haitians joined thousands of protesters who flooded the streets of Flatbush and other nearby Brooklyn neighborhoods to protest the killing of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died at the hands of Minneapolis police over Memorial Day weekend.
Shomrim Searching for Missing Boy From Flatbush

Shomrim Searching for Missing Boy From Flatbush

Shomrim of Faltbush released a bulletin informing the community that Solomon Mandalaoui, an 18 year old boy from Flatbush, has been missing since 12:20 Monday afternoon.
Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for 29 Units in Williamsburg, Starting at $1,101 a Month

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for 29 Units in Williamsburg, Starting at $1,101 a Month

An affordable housing lottery has opened for 29 newly constructed units in a seven-story building at 187 Kent Avenue in Williamsburg. Of the affordable apartments, there are seven studios, seven one-bedroom units and 15 two-bedroom units.
Cuomo enlists celebrity help to show NYC the path to reopening

Cuomo enlists celebrity help to show NYC the path to reopening

New York City could finally begin to reopen in a matter of days. That was the message on Thursday from both Gov. Andrew Cuomo and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Protesters Facing Felony Charges in New York Could Wait Days in Rikers Before Their Hearings

Protesters Facing Felony Charges in New York Could Wait Days in Rikers Before Their Hearings

In the three nights since protests erupted over the police killing of George Floyd, police have arrested 345 people in New York City.
Hundreds march side by side throughout NYC, greeted with cheers, honks

Hundreds march side by side throughout NYC, greeted with cheers, honks

Hundreds of New Yorkers gathered at Prospect Park Sunday afternoon in an organized and peaceful protest demanding justice for George Floyd, an unarmed black man who was killed by a white police officer during an arrest.
NYPD Officer Seen Pushing Woman To Ground In Viral Video Is Now Under Investigation

NYPD Officer Seen Pushing Woman To Ground In Viral Video Is Now Under Investigation

The NYPD is allegedly examining one of its officials after a nonconformist was brutally pushed to the ground during Friday night's warmed dissent in Brooklyn over the demise of George Floyd.

Cuomo authorizes New York businesses to ban entry without wearing a mask

Gov. Cuomo announced an order Thursday allowing shops and stores in the state to deny service to customers who refuse to wear masks once they reopen.
City Council Finally Gets Ball Rolling on Sidewalk Cafes

City Council Finally Gets Ball Rolling on Sidewalk Cafes

City Council Speaker Corey Johnson (D-Manhattan) and City Councilmember Antonio Reynoso (D-Ridgewood, Brooklyn) joined legislators and restaurant owners in a virtual press conference, today to announce the introduction of legislation regarding outdoo
Swastikas found drawn on front porch of Flatbush home

Swastikas found drawn on front porch of Flatbush home

A disturbing discovery on a Flatbush home is under investigation as swastikas were found drawn on the front porch. The discovery was made Monday, according to police, but the offensive drawings are still visible on the home's front porch.