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In Budget Address, Cuomo Says State-- Not the Rich-- Should Pay for Universal Pre-K

Governor Andrew Cuomo Gov. Andrew Cuomo delivered his 2014 Executive Budget Address on Tuesday, outlining an elaborate tax cuts plan to create jobs, grow the economy and provide relief for struggling families.
Crown Heights: This Week in New Rentals

Crown Heights: This Week in New Rentals

Beautiful and spacious tw0-bedroom available at 382 Montgomery Street (between Nostrand and Rogers) just 20 minutes to city! Amenities include a spacious kitchen with modern appliances, two very comfortable-sized bedrooms, spacious bathroom, ample cl
A Community Talk on The Amazing Bud Powell: Genius, Music and Masculinity

A Community Talk on The Amazing Bud Powell: Genius, Music and Masculinity

On Wednesday, January 22, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm, at 409 Lewis Avenue, join Dr. Guy MusiQology, as he presents a community discussion on Professor Guthrie P. Ramsey, Jr.

Newly Released Comic Strip References the Familiar and Funny of Bed-Stuy

On Monday morning, at least a dozen Bed-Stuy residents awakened to a Facebook message from cartoonist Manny Burgos. They had been tagged on a post about his comic strip, The Average Man .

81st Pct. Crime Blotter: Woman Raped Inside Tattoo Parlor on Ralph Ave

Crime is up 19 percent for the week of January 6 — 12, 2014, in the 81 st Precinct, covering the eastern end of Bedford-Stuyvesant.

Sense and Sensitivity

The other day, two of my students wandered into my office to talk to me. For the purpose of this story, let's call them Justin and Tamia.

Mayor Announces 'Vision Zero,' a Plan for Reducing Traffic Fatalities

Just three weeks into the new year and already, New York City has suffered 11 traffic fatalities. Even worse, seven of those fatalities-- 64 percent-- were pedestrians.
Brook-Lens: Restoration Dance Theatre Presents 'Deeply Rooted'

Brook-Lens: Restoration Dance Theatre Presents 'Deeply Rooted'

On Saturday, January 18, Restoration Dance Theatre and Restoration Youth Arts Academy in Bedford-Stuyvesant presented "Deeply Rooted," an annual commemoration of the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Brook-Lens: BAM's Annual MLK Celebration 2014

Brook-Lens: BAM's Annual MLK Celebration 2014

Volunteers Needed for Bed-Stuy/Crown Heights National Day of Service

Monday, January 20, kicks off the 500 Men Making a Difference National Day of Service for the 36th Council District encompassing Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights, announced City Councilmember Robert Cornegy.