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Detectives Search for Gunman After Bushwick Shooting

A 42-year-old man was shot in the right hip, according to police.

Sep 26, 2024 3:20 AM Read more >

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is Indicted

Adams is the first mayor in New York City history to face indictment, the New York Times reported.

Sep 26, 2024 12:48 AM Read more >

Jobs in Coney Island, Brighton Beach Double in a Decade

Housing costs and needed repairs are a large issue for residents, according to a new report by the State Comptroller.

Sep 25, 2024 10:53 AM Read more >

East New York Residents: Speak Up on Flooding Issues on Oct. 1

Talk to officials from the city Department of Environmental Protection at the New Lots Library to learn about flood mitigation plans and speak up about open space options.

Sep 25, 2024 9:44 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Sep 25, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Man Pleads Guilty to Distributing Lethal Dose of Heroin and Fentanyl to Transgender Activist Cecilia Gentili

Michael Kuilan pleaded guilty to a charge that he distributed heroin and fentanyl, including a lethal dose that he gave to local transgender activist Cecilia Gentili, in federal court on Monday.

Sep 25, 2024 5:02 AM Read more >

A Man Fishing Rescues Another Who Fell Into Canarsie Pier

The victim was taken by EMS to a local hospital in stable condition. The investigation remains ongoing.

Sep 25, 2024 3:38 AM Read more >

Teen Shot Outside Brooklyn High School

EMS rushed the victim to Brookdale University Hospital, where he is expected to survive his injuries.

Sep 25, 2024 3:14 AM Read more >

NYC Education Chancellor Banks to Step Down

New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday said New York City Public Schools Chancellor David Banks will step down on December 31, 2024.

Sep 24, 2024 4:55 PM Read more >

New Public Plaza Opens on Williamsburg Waterfront

Domino Square, a one-acre plaza, will have an ice skating rink in November.

Sep 24, 2024 11:21 AM Read more >