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Police Arrest One Suspect in Sunset Park Home Invasion, 1 Accomplice Still at Large

The suspect, 21-year-old Chaoxin Tan, and his accomplices tased a man and shot him in the shoulder and leg.

Feb 9, 2024 2:26 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Woman Who Pocketed Covid-19 Funds Sentenced to Probation, Fines

New York Department of Investigation Commissioner Jocelyn Strauber said the woman exploited Covid-19 funds for her personal gain.

Feb 9, 2024 2:16 AM Read more >

Feds Deny NYC's Grant Application For BQE Reconstruction

Lara Birnback, executive director of the Brooklyn Heights Association, speculated that the application may have been rejected because of community objection.

Feb 8, 2024 8:06 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Feb 8, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Officials Investigate Cause of Sunset Park Building Fire

Authorities who responded to the scene found two scooters inside the building.

Feb 8, 2024 6:32 AM Read more >

Police Searching For Four People Who Vandalized Marine Park Church

No injuries were reported from the incident.

Feb 8, 2024 2:06 AM Read more >

Bensonhurst Minivan Accident Lands Two Children in Hospital

The girl, 13, and boy, 12 sustained minor injuries.

Feb 8, 2024 1:32 AM Read more >

BRIC Lays Off 16 Employees, an Executive Leaves in Protest

The layoffs were due to a decrease in donations and revenue from cable TV providers.

Feb 7, 2024 7:53 AM Read more >

Task Force Launched on Proposed Gravesend Homeless Shelter

Elected officials and residents gathered over the weekend to protest a planned homeless shelter on 86th Street and 25th Avenue.

Feb 7, 2024 7:40 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Feb 7, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >