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FEMA Cuts Will Stop Flood Mitigation Projects in Brooklyn

Governor Kathy Hochul said several infrastructure projects in Brooklyn will be cancelled after the Trump administration cut off federal funding.

Apr 9, 2025 10:15 AM Read more >

NYC Allows ICE to Open an Office on Rikers Island

Reversing a 2014 law, New York City will now allow federal officials on Rikers Island so they can investigate alleged criminal behavior by undocumented immigrants.

Apr 9, 2025 9:41 AM Read more >

Elected Officials, Faith Leaders Tour Boro Park Seder Matzah Bakery Ahead of Passover

City leaders and faith representatives gathered at Boro Park Seder Matzah Bakery to explore Passover traditions ahead of the holiday that begins at sundown on Saturday.

Apr 9, 2025 9:18 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Apr 9, 2025 8:00 AM Read more >

E-Cigarette Distributors Accused of Illegal Sales in NYC Lawsuit

Flavored e-cigarettes, or vapes, are banned in New York City.

Apr 9, 2025 7:44 AM Read more >

Vinegar Hill Man Arrested For Sexual Abuse

The most recent incident was reported on Thursday.

Apr 9, 2025 7:21 AM Read more >

Sunset Park Renters Urge City, Mayoral Candidates to Enforce 4-Yr Rent Freeze

Sunset Park renters are calling on the city to adopt a four-year rent freeze ahead of the Rent Guidelines Board’s preliminary meeting on April 30.

Apr 8, 2025 12:39 PM Read more >

Mozambique Takes Center Stage at BAM's DanceAfrica 2025

Brooklyn Academy of Music’s 48th annual DanceAfrica Festival honors Mozambique’s artistic traditions with live performances, film screenings, workshops and a bustling outdoor bazaar.

Apr 8, 2025 10:23 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Apr 8, 2025 8:00 AM Read more >

Relative of Man Who Stabbed Four Brooklyn Girls Feared He Would Harm Them

Chen sustained gunshot wounds during a confrontation with police and is being treated at Maimonides Medical Center.

Apr 8, 2025 7:39 AM Read more >