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Man Sought by Police After Attempted Chain Snatching on A Train

Police say the suspect in question is around 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs 160 pounds.

Aug 1, 2024 3:09 AM Read more >

Coney Island Restaurant Fire Damages Multiple Businesses

After a Chinese restaurant on Mermaid Avenue caught on fire, the 99 Cent store located next door was also damaged.

Aug 1, 2024 3:04 AM Read more >

Developer May Turn Clinton Hill Shelter Into Apartment, Retail Complex

RXR Realty filed paperwork to redevelop 47 Hall Street, currently an emergency migrant shelter housing about 3,000 people, according to Crain's New York Business.

Jul 31, 2024 12:47 PM Read more >

Green Thumbs Can Grab Free Compost in Greenpoint

The Department of Sanitation will run a new pick-up site, open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from August 3 through the end of September.

Jul 31, 2024 8:46 AM Read more >

State to Give Low-, Moderate-Income Families up to $330 Per Child

Governor Kathy Hochul also launched a web portal so families can find low-cost child care.

Jul 31, 2024 7:49 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Jul 31, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

3-Yr-Old Child Recovering After Falling From Window in Flatbush

The child was playing with the side panels of an air conditioning unit when he fell.

Jul 31, 2024 12:19 AM Read more >

Police Nab Suspect in Fatal Teen Shooting

The teen, who was shot four times, Face-Timed his mom after the incident.

Jul 31, 2024 12:07 AM Read more >

Greenpoint Residents Say DKN Ready Mix Plant Exposes Them to Excessive Noise, Air Pollution

City records show that the Department of Buildings has issued two violations related to cracked walls at their apartment building since May.

Jul 31, 2024 12:07 AM Read more >

City Comptroller Brad Lander Says He's Running For Mayor

The former city council member and Park Slope resident launched an official campaign website today.

Jul 30, 2024 10:33 AM Read more >