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Thousands of New Yorkers Will Have Their Medical Debt Wiped Out

Thanks to a city program, about 35,000 working-class New Yorkers will be notified that their medical debt has been relieved this week.

Jan 21, 2025 10:12 AM Read more >

NYC Mayor Skips MLK Day Events And Heads to Trump Inauguration

The mayor cancelled his planned appearance at the Brooklyn Academy of Music's tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday and instead headed to Washington D.C.

Jan 21, 2025 8:44 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Jan 21, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

NY Attorney General Sues Midwood Furniture Retailer For Alleged Fraud, Deceptive Practices

1StopBedrooms, headquartered in Midwood, advertised products in stock with short shipping times on its website despite customers experiencing delays.

Jan 21, 2025 3:00 AM Read more >

East Flatbush Home Catches Fire For Second Time

This is the second time the building has caught on fire.

Jan 21, 2025 2:50 AM Read more >

Residents Voice Safety Concerns About Chaotic Williamsburg Intersection

The DOT says it is exploring additional upgrades to improve safety at the intersection.

Jan 21, 2025 2:22 AM Read more >

Happy MLK Day! 9 Surprising Facts About Martin Luther King, Jr

In his 39 years (1929-1968) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. became one of the leading figures in the civil rights movement.

Jan 20, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Jan 20, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

NYPD Deploys Police on Subways in Fight Against Overnight Crime

The deployment of cops is to prevent overnight crimes.

Jan 20, 2025 2:57 AM Read more >

Bribery, Fraud Charges Dropped Against Former NY Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin After Key Witness Dies

Benjamin resigned as lieutenant governor after his April 2022 arrest.

Jan 20, 2025 2:30 AM Read more >