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Manhattan and Brooklyn to Undergo Mosquito Spraying for Disease Prevention Next Week, Health Department Announces

Manhattan and Brooklyn to Undergo Mosquito Spraying for Disease Prevention Next Week, Health Department Announces

In the case of inclement weather, the sprayings will be delayed to Aug. 27, and Aug. 29, respectively.
Survey Reveals High Rates of Assault and Harassment Among MTA Workers

Survey Reveals High Rates of Assault and Harassment Among MTA Workers

Female workers, only about 20% of the subway and bus labor force, reported higher levels of victimization than males.
AG Letitia James Fines Shamco Management $400,000 for Housing Discrimination

AG Letitia James Fines Shamco Management $400,000 for Housing Discrimination

The management company violated New York’s human rights laws by refusing to rent to New Yorkers with housing vouchers
NYC Office of Labor Relations Signs Agreement to Help NYC Residents on Probation

NYC Office of Labor Relations Signs Agreement to Help NYC Residents on Probation

Agreement provides substantial wage increases to members, improves recruitment and retention
Good Day, Brooklyn!

Good Day, Brooklyn!

66-Year-Old Woman Fatally Stabbed in Her Flatlands Apartment

66-Year-Old Woman Fatally Stabbed in Her Flatlands Apartment

Neighbors say they recently heard sounds of trouble through the walls.
Closure of Brooklyn Pride Center Leaves Community Without Safe Space

Closure of Brooklyn Pride Center Leaves Community Without Safe Space

Some of its members said that location was more than just a center, but a family for the queer community.
Brooklyn Residents Protest Against Homeless Shelter

Brooklyn Residents Protest Against Homeless Shelter

The intent for the shelter is set to to house 150 single male adults and would be the first and only shelter in the South Brooklyn council district, according to city officials.
Brooklyn Org and Groundswell Unveil Mural Celebrating Brooklyn’s Spirit

Brooklyn Org and Groundswell Unveil Mural Celebrating Brooklyn’s Spirit

Collaborative project celebrates “Show Brooklyn Some Love” campaign encouraging Brooklynites to become backers of grassroots organizations
MTA to Issue Violations for Blocking Bus Stops, Double Parking

MTA to Issue Violations for Blocking Bus Stops, Double Parking

Fines start at $50 and scale up to $250 for repeat violators