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Brooklyn Entrepreneurs to Compete in $400K Pitch Fest

Ten Brooklyn entrepreneurs pitch their businesses as part of Ignite Brooklyn, a $400,000 grant program supporting small business growth.

Mar 25, 2026 9:37 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Mar 25, 2026 3:35 AM Read more >

2 Teen Girls Shot in Front of McDonald's in Coney Island

Gunfire erupted at 1403 Mermaid Ave. just after 4:30pm on Tuesday, striking the girls, aged 14 and 16.

Mar 25, 2026 3:34 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Teen Accused of Fatally Shooting 16-Year-Old

Police identified the victim as Kamardre Coleman, who was shot in the chest Monday evening. A second 16-year-old boy was arrested and charged Tuesday afternoon.

Mar 25, 2026 3:31 AM Read more >

NYC Sets Limits on AI Use For Teachers

Teachers and staff can use AI to help streamline schedules and lesson plans, but not to assess students or assign grades, according to the preliminary AI guidance report issued by NYC Public Schools.

Mar 24, 2026 11:37 AM Read more >

Where NYC Residents Can Turn For Help After a Fire

The Back Home Unit, part of the the Office of Housing Recovery Operations, will serve as a centralized hub for displaced tenants after a fire or other disaster.

Mar 24, 2026 10:12 AM Read more >

Bushwick Film Festival Opens New Category Submissions

The festival is adding animation and podcasting as new competitive categories.

Mar 24, 2026 9:48 AM Read more >

Best of Brooklyn: 6 Sweet Eats And Bakeries in Brooklyn

From decadent doughnuts to Parisian pastries, here are Brooklyn’s best sweet spots you can’t miss!

Mar 24, 2026 9:15 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Mar 24, 2026 6:43 AM Read more >

Man Wanted for Assault, Anti-Islamic Comments on D Train Platform

NYPD’s Hate Crime Task Force is investigating the incident.

Mar 24, 2026 6:42 AM Read more >