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Sep 18, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Academy of Music Selects Amy Cassello as Interim Artistic Director

The appointment comes after David Binder concluded his artistic director tenure on July 2.

Sep 17, 2023 11:19 AM Read more >

Back to School: Free Pop-Up Outdoor University Begins in Prospect Park

University Open Air offers free educational courses that are taught by various professors and experts from around the world.

Sep 17, 2023 9:17 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Sex Trafficking Teen

Defendant lured victim from Ohio to New York with promise of video shoots.

Sep 17, 2023 7:12 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Man Indicted for Murder of 23-Year-Old Man

Allegedly shot victim repeatedly following argument outside bike and scooter shop in Crown Heights.

Sep 17, 2023 7:11 AM Read more >

NY Liberty Clinch the Win Against the Washington Mystics 90-75 in First Playoff Game at Barclays Center

The Liberty’s first playoff win since 2015 was in front of an energetic, raucous crowd that included Billy Jean King, H.E.R., Malala Yousafzai and more

Sep 16, 2023 4:30 PM Read more >

RetailWhileBlack Celebrates Black-Owned Brands with Brooklyn Conference

The Do It Anyway Conference gave attendees the chance to check out panel discussions, shop from numerous Black-owned companies and more.

Sep 16, 2023 11:05 AM Read more >

Plans for Affordable Housing, Open Space in Central Brooklyn Unveiled

Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan takes a step forward, St. Andrew's Playground receives renovation funding.

Sep 16, 2023 11:03 AM Read more >

Courtney Vandersloot Earns Peak Performer Award In Assists

The award is the seventh in her career.

Sep 16, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

NYPD Misconduct Lawsuits Reach $50 million In 2023, Says Report

One of the documented lawsuits was an alleged incident involving two Brooklyn elected officials during a protest back in 2020.

Sep 16, 2023 6:56 AM Read more >