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Police Search For Suspects in Citywide Business Burglaries

Anyone with information is urged to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.

Mar 21, 2025 7:17 AM Read more >

MTA Bids Adieu to The MetroCard

After more than 30 years, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said MetroCards are being phased out.

Mar 20, 2025 10:17 AM Read more >

Former Teacher at Brooklyn Private School Gets 7 Years in Prison For Sexting Teens

Winston Nguyen, a former math teacher at Saint Ann's School in Brooklyn Heights, pleaded guilty to soliciting photos and videos, and engaging in graphic conversations with six young victims.

Mar 20, 2025 9:56 AM Read more >

Best of Brooklyn: 5 Unconventional Ways to Stay Fit And Active in The City

Sneak in your workouts, Brooklyn!

Mar 20, 2025 9:10 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Mar 20, 2025 8:37 AM Read more >

Multiple People Injured in Brownsville NYCHA Fire

The cause of the fire is still under investigation by FDNY Fire Marshals.

Mar 20, 2025 7:41 AM Read more >

Canarsie Family Seeks Justice For Slain Teenager

A police investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made in this case.

Mar 20, 2025 7:14 AM Read more >

Speed Limit in DUMBO Drops to 20MPH

Much of DUMBO is now classified as a Regional Slow Zone by the city Department of Transportation.

Mar 19, 2025 11:41 AM Read more >

Rikers Island Wont Close by 2027 Deadline, Report Says

An independent group looking into the dismantling of Rikers Island on Wednesday said the city's plan to close the jail complex is "well behind schedule" and recommended the city accelerate the building of outer borough jails.

Mar 19, 2025 11:17 AM Read more >

Washington Threatens to Pull MTA Funding

The U.S. Department of Transportation is seeking information about transit safety measures implemented by the MTA, or otherwise the agency will hold or redirect funding.

Mar 19, 2025 10:40 AM Read more >