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NYC Abortion Access Hub Extends Support Across State

The expanded initiative will help connect more people with abortion care and support services across New York.

Jun 28, 2026 10:00 AM Read more >

Farmers Markets Return to Two Brooklyn Hospitals

Get fresh fruits and vegetables at NYC Health + Hospitals South Brooklyn and Kings County.

Jun 28, 2026 10:00 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Org Bolsters Borough's Cultural Institutions

The nonprofit's $240,000 in new funding supports local cultural organizations and their leaders amid growing federal attacks on the arts and DEI.

Jun 27, 2026 10:00 AM Read more >

Assemblyman Colton Secures New Funding for Brooklyn Schools

New state allocations will support an auditorium renovation and after-school programming at P.S. 101 and P.S. 177.

Jun 27, 2026 10:00 AM Read more >

Get Free Tickets to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Brooklyn

Secure your spot to watch fireworks from Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Jun 27, 2026 10:00 AM Read more >

Stabilized Rent Freeze Gets Green Light in NYC

The Rent Guidelines Board froze the rent on one- and two-year leases on rent stabilized apartments.

Jun 26, 2026 10:46 AM Read more >

Large Brooklyn Waterfront Development Gets Major Nod

The City Council's Zoning and Franchises and Committee on Land Use approved the Monitor Point project, which will bring over 1,300 apartment units to Greenpoint.

Jun 26, 2026 10:18 AM Read more >

Queens Man Busted For Alleged Brooklyn Deed Theft

Mark Salkey, 58, was charged with 23 crimes related to deed theft, as he allegedly stole an East Flatbush home from a 92-year-old with dementia.

Jun 26, 2026 7:58 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Jun 26, 2026 5:52 AM Read more >

Man Injured in Borough Park Slashing

Police responded to a slashing at 4626 New Utrecht Ave. just before 2:40am.

Jun 26, 2026 5:50 AM Read more >