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Bensonhurst Building Destroyed in Early Morning Fire

An investigation is ongoing.

Dec 5, 2024 6:26 AM Read more >

New York Family Courts Struggle With Underfunding as Advocates Call for $60M Boost

Legislators, advocates and even New York’s top judge all agree that the state’s family courts are overburdened and under-resourced.

Dec 5, 2024 1:20 AM Read more >

Shooting Outside Brooklyn High School Leaves 17-Year-Old Injured

The NYPD says a 17-year-old male teen was shot outside of Clara Barton High School on Wednesday night.

Dec 5, 2024 1:09 AM Read more >

New Book About Jay-Z Immortalizes One of Brooklyn's Greatest Artists, Entrepreneurs

"The Book of HOV: A Tribute to Jay-Z" is on sale Wednesday, Dec. 4.

Dec 4, 2024 12:43 PM Read more >

Culture Fair to Celebrate Lenape, Indigenous Heritage at Prospect Park

The Eenda-Lunaapeewahkiing Indigenous Culture Fair on Dec. 7 and Dec. 8 will include performances, craft vendors and workshops celebrating Lenape and other Indigenous traditions.

Dec 4, 2024 9:13 AM Read more >

Brownsville Youth Football Team Needs Help Getting to Florida Championship

Donate to the 9U Mo Better Jaguars youth football team so they can get to the Pop Warner Championship tournament in Florida.

Dec 4, 2024 8:45 AM Read more >

Crown Heights Gets a Taste of Wellness With FEAST Festival

FEAST Communities is launching the inaugural FEAST Fall Food & Health Festival, a community-focused event promoting health, education, and empowerment.

Dec 4, 2024 8:25 AM Read more >

Toy Giveaway at Brower Park in Crown Heights Today

Council Member Chi Ossé will host a toy distribution and tree lighting ceremony at Browner Park in Crown Heights on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

Dec 4, 2024 7:06 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Dec 4, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Gunshot Fired During Dispute at Downtown Brooklyn Subway Station

A gun went off in the Jay Street-Metrotech subway station on Monday afternoon, New York City Police Department officials said.

Dec 4, 2024 3:02 AM Read more >