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Jaywalking is Now Legal in NYC

Pedestrians do not have the right of way while jaywalking, however.

Oct 30, 2024 12:21 PM Read more >

Record Number of NYC Traffic Fatalities, Injuries so Far in 2024

Traffic violence has killed a New Yorker every 34 hours this year, a new study found.

Oct 30, 2024 8:58 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Nonprofit Worker Steals $100K From Bail Program

Dominique Morgan, who worked for the OKRA Project, used money intended to bail out Black Trans people out of jail on a closet renovation and for car payments, according to the Brooklyn District Attorney.

Oct 30, 2024 8:02 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Oct 30, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

High-Speed Crash in Bed-Stuy Claims Life of Pedestrian, NYPD Reports

A pedestrian was killed in a car crash in Bed-Stuy on Tuesday afternoon, New York City Police Department officials confirmed.

Oct 30, 2024 4:08 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Teacher Arrested for Allegedly Placing Student in Headlock

A teacher from High School for Sports Management was arrested after he allegedly put a 15-year-old student in a headlock, according to police and sources.

Oct 30, 2024 3:41 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Officer Struck by Car in Alleged Attack, NYPD Reports

The incident happened around 9:32pm near Sutter Avenue and Forbell Street.

Oct 30, 2024 3:29 AM Read more >

NYC to Offer Non-Union Employees Money For Adoption, Surrogacy

The program can pay up to $10,000 in reimbursement for costs associated with adoption, surrogacy, and egg or sperm donation.

Oct 29, 2024 12:07 PM Read more >

Over 2,500 NYC Residents Use City's Telehealth Abortion Services

Over 75% of the patients who used the service identify as people of color.

Oct 29, 2024 11:48 AM Read more >

5 Eco-Friendly Practices for Sustainable Urban Living

There are many advantages to city living but it also presents unique challenges for the environment and those striving to live sustainably.

Oct 29, 2024 9:12 AM Read more >