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Two Brooklyn Organizations Win Female Sports Grants

New Heights Youth and PISTE Academy were commended for their role in advancing women and girl's through education and sports.

Nov 16, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Neighborhoods Prioritized by City to Get More Trees

Nov 16, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Here’s Where You Can Get a Free Turkey in Brooklyn For Thanksgiving

Several local organizations, elected officials and Busta Rhymes are holding free turkey giveaways to make sure everyone can have a meal this Thanksgiving.

Nov 15, 2024 10:12 AM Read more >

Governor Revives NYC Congestion Pricing With $9 Toll

The toll would stay at $9 from 2025 through 2027, and then would increase to $12 from 2028 through 2030.

Nov 15, 2024 8:39 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Nov 15, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Carroll Gardens Man Accused of Father's Murder in Ireland

A Brooklyn man has been accused of murdering his father, whose body was discovered at a luxury hotel in Ireland earlier this week.

Nov 15, 2024 2:58 AM Read more >

Man Gets 6-Years For Running Over School Bus Driver in East New York

Hymani Hardie was sentenced to six years in prison Thursday for running over a school bus driver in a violent road rage incident.

Nov 15, 2024 2:40 AM Read more >

Police Search For Brooklyn Subway Assailant

Police say the 24-year-old victim and a 23-year-old woman were on board the train as it was approaching the 20th Avenue station.

Nov 15, 2024 2:19 AM Read more >

City Council OKs Bill That Eliminates Broker Fees For Most Tenants

The New York City Council on Wednesday approved a bill that requires the landlord to pay the broker fee in a rental transaction.

Nov 14, 2024 9:51 AM Read more >

Gowanus BID Takes Shape

The Gowanus Oversight Task Force will hold a meeting to discuss the planned Business Improvement District and open space projects on Thursday, Nov. 14.

Nov 14, 2024 9:16 AM Read more >