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Brooklyn Diocese Settles Sexual Abuse Case with AG James, Pledges Reform

The AG's office found that the Brooklyn Diocese failed to adequately protect children from sexual abuse in 11 churches and 84 schools across Brooklyn and Queens.

Apr 17, 2024 2:31 AM Read more >

10-Year-Old Fatally Struck in Williamsburg Car Crash

The police are investigating the cause of the crash.

Apr 17, 2024 2:20 AM Read more >

BK Brooklyn Borough President Throws Big Brownsville Baby Shower

Festivities included arts & crafts, games, workshops and a bag chock-full of new-parent resources and baby supplies.

Apr 16, 2024 1:12 PM Read more >

State Budget Draft Includes Tax Breaks for Developers, Money for Schools

After missing the April 1 deadline, Governor Kathy Hochul said her administration is close to a budget deal.

Apr 16, 2024 12:03 PM Read more >

City Paid Out $1.45B in Settlements In Fiscal Year 2023

The City paid the most to settle special education and police claims.

Apr 16, 2024 10:12 AM Read more >

City to Help Families Fleeing Domestic Violence Find Housing

The pilot program, called "Project Home," will provide permanent housing search assistance to domestic violence survivors with children living in city shelters.

Apr 16, 2024 8:47 AM Read more >

Crown Heights Man Gets 15 to Life For Sexual Assaults in Prospect Park, BK DA

The assaults occurred in Prospect Park in 2019 and 2021.

Apr 16, 2024 7:59 AM Read more >

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Apr 16, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Protesters Arrested For Blocking Traffic on Brooklyn Bridge

It is unclear how many protesters were detained.

Apr 16, 2024 1:37 AM Read more >

Man Arrested For Fatal Bay Ridge Stabbing

The incident happened on Saturday.

Apr 16, 2024 1:26 AM Read more >