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Sep 11, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

New York Liberty Secures Star Player Betnijah Laney Through 2025

The New York WNBA team has locked in Laney with a multi-year extension that will keep her on the team through the 2025 season.

Sep 10, 2023 9:37 PM Read more >

The David Prize Announces 2023 Winners of $200K Grant

This year, the Prize recognized visionaries who have radical initiatives to improve New York City.

Sep 10, 2023 12:03 PM Read more >

The Africa-America Institute to Celebrate 70 Years at Sept. 19 Gala

In celebration of the seven-decade milestone, this year’s Gala will feature a Presidential Fireside Cha with the presidents of Botswana and Namibia.

Sep 10, 2023 8:18 AM Read more >

Annual Brooklyn Changemakers Ball to Celebrate Hakeem Jeffries Oct. 12

This year's Brooklyn Community Foundation's Brooklyn Changemakers Ball will honor Congressman Hakeem Jeffries for his continuous social and economic justice advocacy.

Sep 10, 2023 6:58 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Cab Driver Sentenced to 13 Years in Prison for Violent Assault

Defendant pleaded guilty to first-degree rape.

Sep 10, 2023 6:57 AM Read more >

First Year of 24/7 Speed Camera Enforcement Shows Fewer Injuries, Deaths: City Report

Speeding dropped an average of 30%, building on the prior success of the speed camera program.

Sep 9, 2023 11:48 AM Read more >

Brooklyn’s Largest Street Festival, Atlantic Antic, Returns for 48th Year on Oct. 1

Brooklyn’s oldest and largest street festival, Atlantic Antic, spans 10 blocks through the heart of the borough.

Sep 9, 2023 11:47 AM Read more >

NY Liberty's Sandy Brondello named WNBA Coach Of The Month for August

New York Liberty Head Coach Sandy Brondello has been named the WNBA Coach of the Month for August.

Sep 9, 2023 11:38 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Man Indicted for Hate Crime Against Trans Woman

Man allegedly groped, slapped and punched the victim after using a homophobic slur.

Sep 9, 2023 7:28 AM Read more >