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Congressman Jeffries Secures $2M to Improve Bus, Bike Routes in Eastern Brooklyn

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries secured federal funding to improve transportation infrastructure in Canarsie, Flatlands and East New York.

Nov 27, 2024 11:31 AM Read more >

City May Close Floyd Bennett Field Migrant Shelter

Mayor Eric Adams is fearful that President-elect Donald J. Trump may target the Brooklyn tent complex housing 2,000 asylum seekers on federal land, the New York Times reported.

Nov 27, 2024 9:58 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Nov 27, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Police Recover a Gun After School Brawl in East Williamsburg

An after-school brawl in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn led to the discovery of a gun on Tuesday, according to police.

Nov 27, 2024 2:53 AM Read more >

8 Adults, 4 Children Affected by Fire That Ripped Through East New York Building

Fire officials say the call for the fire came in before midnight.

Nov 27, 2024 2:39 AM Read more >

Residents Left Powerless After Truck Crashes on Powerlines Near Canarsie Plaza

A truck driving through the intersection of Remsen Avenue and Avenue D brought down power lines Tuesday morning, knocking three utility poles to the ground and sparking a fire.

Nov 27, 2024 2:30 AM Read more >

Jury Duty Made Better: Brooklyn Library Partners with Kings County Court

Jurors will be provided with free library cards so they can read while they fulfill their civic duties.

Nov 26, 2024 9:21 AM Read more >

Best of Brooklyn: Top 5 Private Schools

From STEM to sports to performing arts, these schools have something for every type of learner.

Nov 26, 2024 9:07 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Nov 26, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Car Plows Into Mill Basin Storefront in Brooklyn

A car crash that was caught on camera tore through the storefront of a Mill Basin business this week, leaving employees and shoppers shaken but unharmed.

Nov 26, 2024 4:12 AM Read more >