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Best of Brooklyn: Top 5 Theaters

Here's a spotlight on Brooklyn's diverse theatrical landscape.

Aug 21, 2026 11:18 AM Read more >

First West Nile Virus Case Reported in NYC This Year

The risk of mosquito-borne illness is rising across New York City as summer mosquito activity intensifies.

Aug 21, 2026 10:40 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Aug 21, 2026 9:03 AM Read more >

Woman Arrested After Multiple Girls Stabbed in Brooklyn: NYPD

Three teenage girls are recovering following an attack that happened inside the Dollar Tree on Van Siclen Avenue on Wednesday evening, according to the NYPD.

Aug 21, 2026 9:00 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Woman Killed After Refusing Ex’s Advances at Family Barbecue

A young mom was fatally stabbed while trying to fend off an aggressive ex-lover during a family barbecue at a Brooklyn park earlier this week, authorities said Thursday.

Aug 21, 2026 9:00 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Nets Owner Joe Tsai says Knicks Championship was “embarrassing” to Nets fan base

Tsai comments about the neighboring Knicks’ historic 2026 championship run and the future of the Nets franchise.

Aug 20, 2026 1:56 PM Read more >

New Protected Bike Lane Coming to Ocean Avenue

Getting to Prospect Park by bike or on foot is set to become easier as work advances along Ocean Avenue.

Aug 20, 2026 1:25 PM Read more >

Gov. Hochul Announces $6.2 Million for Healthcare, Community Facility Improvements in Brooklyn

The state will increase funding in primary care and behavioral health science facilities for StartCare and the New York City Housing Authority.

Aug 20, 2026 1:17 PM Read more >

Mayor Mamdani Proclaims Aug. 14 Lyricist Lounge Day

After three and a half decades of shaping hip-hop culture, Lyricist Lounge is receiving a new distinction from City Hall.

Aug 20, 2026 12:22 PM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Aug 20, 2026 10:03 AM Read more >